Exhibitors are making final plans for their sites at next week’s AgQuip in Gunnedah, with a broad range of activities, attractions, launches and seminars scheduled for this year’s event. Australia’s biggest field day continues to maintain its reputation for bringing...
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3G Network Closure Delayed
The shutdown of the 3G network has been delayed after Australia's telcos came under fire over public safety risks. Telstra and Optus jointly announced the companies would delay the 3G closure until October 28. Both telcos had been preparing to switch off from the end...
Three Charged After Investigation into Drug Supply in Moree
Three people have been charged following an investigation into the supply of prohibited drugs in the Moree area. In June 2024, officers attached to New England Police District established Strike Force Bullshark to investigate the supply of prohibited drugs in the...
Hubs To Help Energy Transition
A new campaign calling for the Federal government to invest in ‘Local Energy Hubs’ has kicked off using three regional Australian farmers' experience with the shift to renewable energy. Local Energy Hubs would be physical drop-in centres, staffed by well-networked,...
Annual Meteor Shower Dazzles Stargazers
Stargazers have been looking towards the skies in recent nights to observe Perseid meteor shower. The Perseid meteor shower, commonly known as the Perseids, is visible annually from mid-July to late August. The Perseids result from Earth passing through debris — bits...
Joey’s World Cup Fast Approaching
The Rale Rasic Joey’s Mini World Cup being held this year in Inverell is set to be the biggest event in the Cup’s 14 year history. More than 900 players have signed on making up almost 70 teams to compete in this year’s event, and it’s estimated that, with family...
New Committee for Inverell Show Society
The Inverell Show Society has elected its new committee for the next 12 months following their annual general meeting held in July. Jodie Burtenshaw has been re-elected to the role of President while Ben Lehman assumes the Vice President position. Sharon Irwin is the...
Farmers Urge Government: Protect Family Farms and Small Businesses from Harmful ‘Super Tax’
Farmers and small business have joined forces to raise concerns regarding the Government’s proposed superannuation changes, warning they will adversely impact thousands of hardworking Australian families and small businesses. The peak body representing farmers,...
Moylan To Highlight Health in Parliament
Northern Tablelands MP Brendan Moylan will put a private members statement in State parliament on Tuesday, highlighting the plight of healthcare in the region. Speaking on STA FM Tuesday morning, Mr Moylan says his statement will include healthcare issues, access to...