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“Stages 2 and 3 are on on the drawing board to value-add from what is becoming our core base, and to add new ideas for farm stay, wedding events and other ‘on farm’ opportunities.”

Cabonne region continues to grow as vibrant ‘tree changers’ move into our towns, villages and farming land to enjoy new lifestyle choices and to build new businesses.

The Express team is now branching out to interview and introduce the people, families and business owners who are helping to keep our towns and villages open.

It’s good to know that the new skills, knowledge, experiences and investments adding to the traditions and history of Cabonne country will help this region, communities, businesses, agribiz to reach new heights and opportunities. Enjoy the Express team’s new series.

When Ash drives home, a welcoming party greets her at the gates - goats, dogs, and horses all lining up for the first cuddle. “I would be lost without our animals - good friends,” said Ash.

Matt and Dakoda collecting mail and waiting for the school bus

LEFT: Developing their sheep and goat herd for meat and dairy is part of ‘Stage 1’ for the Hughes family.

RIGHT: A beautiful photo of Ash and Dakoda sitting in the nearby forest - a special photo shoot to promote their new business.

See next week’s Express for the exciting news about these two entrepreneurs.

Regional Liberal and Nationals members of parliament have joined seniors living in regional NSW to launch a petition to save the popular $250 Regional Seniors Travel Card.

Since 2020 more than one million cards have been issued helping seniors maintain their ndependence by reducing their cost of travel.

Leader of the NSW Nationals Dugald Saunders said he hopes the petition will save the Regional Seniors Travel Card from budget cuts under the Labor Government. “The Labor Government is ignoring regional seniors, and we hope this petition will convince the Minns government to keep the Regional Seniors Travel Card off the chopping block,” Mr Saunders said.

“It would be a backward step by the Labor Government to cut this cost-ofliving measure and I hope some of our regionally based Labor MP’s sign this petition as well,” he said.

Shadow Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said the demand for the regional seniors travel card proves how valuable it is.

“Over 360,000 seniors travel cards