Lismore Mayor Steve Krieg has been elected as Chair of Regional Cities New South Wales (RCNSW), a two-year position. Cr Russell Webb, Mayor of Tamworth Regional Council, was re-elected Deputy Chair at a board meeting in Sydney on Tursday, November 14.
Cr Krieg said he was proud to lead Regional Cities New South Wales as it advocated for a fair share of investment and population growth to ensure regional cities continued to thrive.
‘Regional Cities New South Wales is an important advocate for its members and has a proven track record as a valuable partner for the state government,’ Cr Krieg said.
‘I am passionate about the work of Regional Cities NSW. Our members are a similar size and are facing similar issues. Together, we are stronger.
‘We have much work to do as we are on the frontline of change in New South Wales. This includes growing populations, energy transition and climate impacts.
‘Our cities are also highly liveable and we know regional living is on the minds of many Sydneysiders. We want our cities to retain their liveability as new residents continue to make the move.
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