The Australian Medical Association today launched its Modernise Medicare campaign, calling for reform to an out-of-date Medicare system to ensure Australian patients can get the care they need from their GP. AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen said Medicare — the...
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Moylan to Open New Inverell Office
Northern Tablelands MP Brendan Moylan will open an Inverell Office next week. His new office will be located at Inverell Shire Council’s Admin Building in Otho St. The office will be open every Tuesday and Friday commencing Tuesday 11th of February. Mr Moylan invited...
The Haven Café and Florist Set to Open
Northaven will open the doors to its new café and florist at the new location at 140 Byron St this morning Peter Kearsey from Northaven says it has been a big move from its previous location with the new operation now called The Haven Café and Florist. Mr Kearsey says...
$6 Million for Healthcare Worker Accommodation
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan has welcomed news $6 million will be invested in Armidale to attract and retain healthcare workers for the region. The new dwellings are part of the NSW Government’s Key Health Worker Accommodation Program aimed at...
Local Cricket Resumes after Christmas/New Year Break
An unbeaten 44 from Troy Brabant has guided Staggy Creek to a comfortable victory over Square and Compass at Varley Oval in round 10 results in the Inverell Cricket competition on Saturday. In a rain reduced match, Square and Compass were set into bat and made 6/105...
Boy Flown to Newcastle After Bike Accident
A young boy sustained serious chest injuries after he was involved in a motorbike crash at the Inverell motorcross track on Saturday morning. It’s believed just after 11am, the boy hit a jump and went over the handlebars whilst conducting basic bike training....
Fire fighters Continue to Battle Upper Bingara Road Fire
Firefighters continue efforts to contain the Upper Bingara Road Fire, which began on 26th January due to a lightning strike. The fire is burning in remote terrain and remains at ‘Advice’ level, currently classified as ‘Being Controlled’. To date, the fire has burnt...
Fatal Crash at Goondiwindi
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a fatal motorbike crash at Goondiwindi today, January 30. At approximately 9:45am emergency services were called to Riverton Road at Watsons Crossing following reports a motorbike had crashed. The rider of the motorbike, a...
Police Target Road & Water Users Over Australia Day Weekend
Police were out in force on the road and water in Inverell, Ashford and surroundings areas during the Australia Day long weekend. New England Police District, assisted by the Dog Unit and Peel Highway Patrol, patrolled Copeton and Pindari Dams and surrounding roadways...