Deputy Premier John Barilaro wants Sydneysiders to spend a weekend in regional NSW to help support businesses and communities feeling the effects of the drought.
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“Get out for the drought,” he urged them during Question Time in the NSW Parliament.
“Even though we are in drought, our cafes are still brewing coffee, our shops are still open, we are still in business.
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“Some of the most beautiful iconic experiences are there ready for you to enjoy today.
“Support our businesses by getting out and spending some money in our regions.
“When you spend that money in a café, that money goes around that community. It means employment remains, jobs remain.
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“Our servos would love you driving by. Our cafes would love you to have brekkie with some locals. Our accommodation houses, our hotels would love to have you stay, and I tell you this, you’ll get that country hospitality each and every time.”
Mr Barilaro also acknowledged the enormous fundraising efforts and generous donations already made by members of the public, community groups and the corporate sector in response to the crippling drought.
“As a government we have already announced over $1 billion in drought relief measures for our farmers, but we all know governments can only do so much, and at a time like this, it’s not just farmers that are hurting, it’s business owners and entire communities,” he said.
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“As sad as this drought has been, it’s also brought out the best in people, as we rally to help and show our compassion for people who are clearly hurting.
“So, if you get the chance, please, get out for the drought, and spend some time, and some money in our regional areas.
“You might just be surprised what regional NSW has to offer.”
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