Inverell Shire Councillors have deferred a decision on a proposed feedlot at Bukkulla to the April Council meeting. A Development Application has been received seeking Council consent for the construction and operation of a 999-head feedlot on the Ashford Road at...
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HESTA Launches Search for Australia’s Early Childhood Education Champions
The search for Australia's most outstanding early childhood educators is underway with nominations opening today for the 2026 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards. Now in its 12th year, the awards celebrate the dedication and innovation of educators and...
Fire Permits Suspended
Fire permits have been suspended for the Gwydir, Uralla and Armidale Local Government Areas. The suspension of the permits is due to the High Fire danger ratings, dry conditions and elevated winds. This measure is being taken to reduce the risk of fires starting and...
Coalition’s Fuel Cap Bill Knocked Down by NSW Government
The NSW Coalitions proposed Bill to cap fuel prices in a 24-hour period has been rejected by the Minns Labor government. On Tuesday, the Liberals and Nationals sought to urgently debate new legislation that would introduce a 24-hour fuel price guarantee, providing...
Inverell Vet Nurse Helen Spry Recognised with Inaugural Buddy Giving Program Award
Australian-based international veterinary charity Vets Beyond Borders (VBB) will deploy its first veterinary team to Papua New Guinea (PNG) in April 2026, marking a significant milestone in its expansion across the Pacific. Among the volunteers heading to PNG is...
Call for Expressions of Interests: Community Safety Forum
Glen Innes Severn Council is calling for expressions of interest from local business owners and community members across the Glen Innes Severn local government area, including Glen Innes and surrounding villages, to participate in its newly established Community...
Luke’s Heading to the US for Cross Country
A Year 9 Holy Trinity School student has been invited to participate at the 2026 Cross Country tour of America in September for young Australian students. Luke Readett says he’s excited to be selected for the tour and will be doing some fundraising between now and the...
E-bike Seizure and Crushing Powers to Become Law
Laws giving NSW Police and Transport for NSW new powers to seize and crush illegal e-bikes were introduced to NSW parliament yesterday, as part of the Minns Labor Government’s crackdown on dangerous and anti-social e-bike use. The Road Transport Amendment...
Warialda Water Restrictions Update
gwydir Shire Council wishes to advise Warialda residents that the temporary Level 4 Water Restriction has now been reduced and Level 3 Restrictions remain in place. Council's Water Operations team has resolved the issue with Saleyards Bore and reservoir levels have...
