There is now no apparent impediment to the New England region moving forward with a transformative project: the construction of the New England Rail Trail. The Hon Aileen MacDonald OAM MLC asked a question on notice about the future use of the Great Northern Railway...
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AMA Launches New Survey to Improve Rural Healthcare in Australia
Doctors working in regional, rural and remote Australia have an opportunity to help shape rural healthcare policies by taking part in the Australian Medical Association’s latest Rural Health Issues Survey. AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen has urged all doctors...
Bundarra Showgrounds Gets a Boost Ahead of Annual Show
With the annual Bundarra Show only just days away, attendees will notice a fresh look thanks to a $368,866 grant used to put the finishing touches on the showground’s new facilities. The showground has undergone numerous renovations in the last four years and the...
Tamworth Pair Claim Sapphire Cup
Inverell Golf Clubs Sapphire Cup was decided on Sunday when the 212 players completed the second day of the event in very hot conditions. Tamworth pair, Beau Thomas and Rodney Geddes finished with 49 points on Saturday to win the days Forsyths 4-ball-best-ball. They...
Squadron Energy Sponsorship for Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service
Squadron Energy is renewing its support for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service in Northern NSW after helping their Tamworth and Lismore based aircraft complete over 1,280 missions since July 2023. Squadron Energy CEO, Rob Wheals said the team were proud to support...
Joyce Believes Country Headed for Minority Parliament
New England MP Barnaby Joyce believes Australians will go to the polls on May 17th for the federal election. The former Deputy Prime Minister was surprised current P.M Anthony Albanese didn’t call the election late last year due to the perceived downward trend in...
Tragic Escalation of Youth Crime Crisis
The NSW Opposition is calling on the Minns Labor Government to take strong and immediate action to help regional communities being gripped by youth crime, after a tragic escalation of the crisis. Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson said he is deeply disturbed by an...
Three Teens Arrested After Motorcyclists Dies
A critical incident investigation is underway after a motorcyclist died following a pursuit with a stolen vehicle in the state’s north today. About 7.15am, (Tuesday 28 January 2025), officers attached to Traffic and Highway Patrol attempted to stop a Isuzu D-Max...
Baker Recognised with an OAM
A former Inverell Shire Deputy Mayor and businesswoman has been recognised in the 2025 Australia Day Honor roll. Di Baker was awarded an Order of Australia Medal for her service to local government and service to the community of Inverell. She says she feels honored...