A Federal Government commitment to expand basic mobile coverage across the nation may help close the connectivity gap if delivered.On Tuesday the Federal Government announced plans to introduce legislation that would establish a Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation...
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Clubhouse a Cut Above Thanks to $100,000 Grant
The New England Lapidary and Fossicking Club’s home base at Uralla Showground has an updated look thanks to a $100,000 grant from round 5 of the now-defunct Stronger Country Communities Fund. Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan was on-hand as the club...
Inverell Show Society Requests Contribution from Council
Inverell Show Society has requested Inverell Shire Council make a $15,000 contribution towards the production costs of the 2025 Inverell Show, which kicks off this Friday. In its submission to the Council, the Show Society state their anticipated income for this year,...
Family Fun at This Year’s Ashford Show
The show circuit arrives in Ashford this weekend with the show society aiming to provide more attractions for kids and families. Events planned for the 2-day Ashford show, which runs tomorrow and Sunday, include Horse Events, Show Jumping, Pavilion, Dog Show, Ram,...
Rate Cuts a Relief for Farmers
Farmers have welcomed new interest rate cuts as the cost of feeding and clothing the world continues to soar. NSW Farmers President Xavier Martin said city borrowers weren’t the only ones celebrating the first signs of relief from the cost-of-living crunch following...
Rural Aid’s 10-Year Milestone Receives a Welcome Boost
2025 marks a significant milestone for Rural Aid as it celebrates its 10th anniversary—and the occasion is set to be even more special with the support of the Australian Livestock & Property Agents Association Ltd (ALPA), which has named Rural Aid as its official...
Farmers Warn of Cactus Crisis
Farmers have warned the march of a destructive cactus through NSW could be only the beginning of the state’s weed woes unless ongoing funding for weed control is secured.NSW Farmers’ Croppa Creek and North Star Branch Chair Richard Doyle said farmers in the north of...
MacIntyre High’s Ag Students Shine at Glen Innes show
MacIntyre High School students have excelled at the Glen Innes Show on Friday and Saturday. Their students showcased six head of cattle, participating in the Young Judges Workshop, where Byron Perret emerged victorious in the Merino sheep judging competition. In the...
Glen Innes Show Again Meets Expectations
The Glen Innes Show has once again been hailed a tremendous event after being staged last Friday and Saturday. Some of the highlights included the Gourmet Fiesta marquee headlined by celebrity chef Matt Golinski, Emily Burton claiming the 2025 Glen Innes Show Young...
