PHOTO; Roy Butler Member for Barwon with new Bill – Image Office of Roy Butler
A Bill passed through both Houses of Parliament this week will mean Regional NSW can expect more – and hopefully better – consultation on issues that matter to them from the NSW Government moving forward.
The Regional Communities (Consultation Standards) Bill was introduced by member for Barwon Roy Butler in the Legislative Assembly, and the Hon. Tara Moriarty in the Legislative Council necessitating that a government agency or statutory body representing the Crown must consult following a “consultation guide” issued by the Premier.
The goal being is that regional communities will have a bigger input into matters that affect them, such as health, economics, education, environment, cultural and every-day well-being of community members in the areas they live…