Shine Lawyers is calling for witnesses to assist an investigation into claims of historical child abuse which allegedly took place at Gilgai Public school in the early 2000’s. Solicitors would like to speak to any former students or staff members at Gilgai Public...
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Fuel Theft at Mt Russell
New England Police are investigating the theft of fuel from Mt Russell this week. Police say $160 worth of diesel fuel or 80 litres has been reported stolen from Mt Russell Rd, sometime between 5:30pm Monday and 7:30 on Tuesday. Anyone with information about this...
Man Dies Following Bat Bite
NSW Health has issued a warning to residents not to touch bats following the death of a man in his 50’s from Northern NSW. The man was the first confirmed case of lyssavirus in NSW and had been bitten by a bat several months ago and received treatment following the...
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐡𝐚 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐔𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲
The Tingha Community has been requesting the upgrading of facilities within the town. Council has listened and is preparing a Master Plan for the Tingha township. Phase 1 is the proposed upgrade of the park on New Valley Rd, opposite the Tingha Sport & Recreation...
Council Takes on Biosecurity Role Following Dissolution of New England Weeds Authority
Glen Innes Severn Council has formally taken over the responsibility for invasive / noxious weed management in the local government area, following the dissolution of the New England Weeds Authority (NEWA) last month. The transition, effective since 16 June 2025,...
Local Businesses Encouraged to Nominate
Entries are now open for the Business NSW - New England Northwest Business Awards 2025. Business NSW says from innovative products and services to outstanding customer service and community involvement, the awards celebrate every aspect of business excellence. There...
Farmers to Debate Food Future
Feral animals, regional airlines, farm data and artificial intelligence are just some of the topics up for debate as NSW Farmers gears up for its Annual Conference this month. More than 250 farmers are set to descend on Sydney’s Rosehill Gardens Racecourse on 22–23...
Respected Emmaville Man Passes Away Aged 102
The Emmaville community is mourning the loss of a well-respected figure who was a driving force behind the Emmaville Mining Museum. Roy Wells, a proud World War Two veteran and one of the most respected elders in the region, has passed away aged 102. In 2022, Mr Wells...
Partridge Signs with Dolphins Development Squad
The accolades keep coming for Inverell High school student Jack Partridge, who’s been representing the U15s NSW Combined High School side at the Australian Secondary Schools Rugby League Championships in Townsville last week. The year 10 student has been rewarded for...