Health Minister Mark Butler believes a more assertive" approach is needed to crack down on stores illegally selling vapes, with many outlets still breaking the law. The Australian Associated Press reports laws that kicked in from July saw vapes only allowed to be sold...
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Glen Innes Dominate Business Awards
The town of Glen Innes has shone bright at the New England Northwest Business Awards held at Gunnedah Town Hall on Friday night. Local organizations GLENRAC, Ben Falls Retreat, Catch Power, and the Glen Innes Business Chamber all took home wins, showcasing the town’s...
Counting Resumes This Week
Counting resumes this week for the Inverell Shire Council Local Government elections. Following a check count of all booths and pre poll, Paul Harmon continues to hold a strong lead with 20.37% of formal votes from Kate Dight with 18% and Greg Kachel with 17.42% with...
Big Weekend for Local Trainer
Three winners at three separate race tracks in two States made it a weekend to remember for Inverell horse trainer Ridge Wilson. At Barraba on Saturday the Bingara-owned WAYDIE broke its Maiden status when having its third start for the local trainer. Shortly after at...
Man Found Safe
New England Police have thanked the public for their assistance in locating a man missing in Armidale. The 69-year-old was last seen leaving a care facility in Armidale around midday on Saturday and when he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to New...
Uralla Shire Council Works to Rectify Issues at Bundarra Sewer Treatment Plant
With the recent colder temperatures, the Bundarra Sewer Treatment Plant’s aeration ponds have been affected by decreased biological activity. Uralla Shire Council are actively implementing measures to address the issue, including the addition of bio additives and...
Community Radio Hits the Half Century
STA FM staff and volunteers are today (Monday 23 September 2024) celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Community Broadcasting. On September 23, 1974 the Whitlam Labor Government made a Cabinet decision to create community broadcasting sector for: "those who...
2 Premierships Sealed, Another 2 to Go
Inverell F.C are celebrating two premierships in the Armidale competition after their 3rd and 4th grade teams defeated the Glen Innes Highlanders on Saturday in Grand finals played at the Inverell Sports Complex. The 3rd grade team won their premiership the hard way,...
Warialda is the Place To BEE!!!!
Warialda is preparing for yet another big weekend following last weekend’s Group 19 Grand Finals when the 17th Warialda Honey Festival is held at Jim Payne Oval tomorrow. Some of this year’s attractions include Beezotted holding a native bee information stall...