What is the latest information on New South Wales kangaroo meat entering new overseas markets?
Mr CAMPBELL: I thank the honourable member for Murray-Darling for his question and acknowledge his keen interest in the welfare of regional communities. I also acknowledge his colourful comments on the issue from time to time. Last week I visited the State’s far west, including Broken Hill and Cobar. Members of this House will be interested to know that, despite the impact of the drought, businesses in the region are continuing to grow and expand, creating new jobs and export markets. Their recent success benefits the local community and our State’s economy. Redgum Commodities is a kangaroo meat processor based in Broken Hill. It is a company that the New South Wales Government has supported through Transition 2010 funding. The company originally produced pet food but is now value adding local kangaroo meat and is marketing its low-fat meat for human consumption. As a result, the company is forging ahead with plans to expand its operations to the world’s gourmet markets. The company ha
