NSW Labor pledges to get Hunter manufacturing rolling again

Heavy industry: The state Opposition has committed to build 50 per cent of the state's rolling stock locally in an effort to revive manufacturing industries.

The state's shadow treasurer Daniel Mookhey says the Lower Hunter could undergo a renaissance as a rail manufacturing hub with the right government support.

Speaking at a regional roundtable in Newcastle on Monday, Mr Mookhey said the Opposition's commitment to build 50 per cent of the state's rolling stock locally was the key to reviving the region's manufacturing industries.