Australia’s biggest field day event, AgQuip in Gunnedah, kicked off yesterday, again maintaining its reputation for bringing the latest and best ag products and services to the nation’s farmers. Into it’s 51st year, AgQuip attracts more than 100,000 visitors a year...
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Australia Post Recruiting 3,000 Seasonal Casuals
Australia Post is gearing up for the holiday season by recruiting around 3,000 seasonal casuals as it ramps up operations in the lead up to Christmas. This year’s seasonal recruitment drive is focused on finding people with specific skills and experience to help meet...
NE Times ‘Best of the Best’ Winners Announced
The New England Times “Best of the Best’” online competition has come to a close with businesses in the Inverell Shire claiming wins on 3 out of the 6 categories that were up for nomination. The categories won included Best Value for Money going to a Fruit and Vege...
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...
ACCC Warning
The ACCC is investigating the safety of aftermarket children’s car seat head straps and baby bottle self-feeding devices, after the Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones issued Safety Warning Notices for each of the products. The safety warning notices warn consumers of...
Aust. Govt. Mobile Service Centre Warialda
The Australian Government Mobile Service Centre is arriving in Warialda later today. The Mobile Service Centre will be providing Warialda residents information about Australian Government payments for rural families, older Australians, students, job seekers, people...
Issues with Communications at Bingara
Member for New England Barnaby Joyce travelled to Bingara this week where he spoke to locals regarding issues raised in the area. According to local Bingara residents, the biggest issue facing the region is not only the lack of communications towers, with only one...
NE Times ‘Best of the Best’ Comp Begins
The New England Times have commenced their ‘Best of the Best’ Competition after a successful reception of their initial “Best of The New England” online competition. Thirty-One categories over the past 8 weeks were up for nominations by New England locals where they...
Former MP’s New Role
Former Member for Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall has taken on the role as an independent advisor to New England-based soil, pasture and agronomy business Precision Pastures. According to the Inverell Times, Mr Marshall will provide strategic guidance and support...