Inverell Regional Livestock Exchange have released the dates for the upcoming weaner sales which run from March to May. The first Weaner sale will take place on Thursday March 20th with further sales to be conducted on the 3rd, 10th and 24th of April and the final...
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Millers Inverell to Close
Women’s clothing line store Millers Inverell will shut their doors to the public next month after Australian fashion retailer Mosaics Brands Ltd went into voluntary administration last October. It follows the failure of Mosaic Brands to find a buyer for the Millers...
Report Reveals Grim Reality for Australia’s Migrant Meat Workers
A new RMIT University report gives voice to the experiences of Pacific Island workers in Australia’s meat industry who say they feel trapped and exploited. The report launched today – Meat the reality: unpacking the exploitation of PALM scheme workers...
Sapphire Wind Farm Community Benefit Grants Close Friday
Time’s running out for organisations to apply for funding through Round 1 2025 of the Sapphire Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund. Twice a year, Sapphire Wind Farm invites local community organisations to submit applications for a share of funding that can be used on...
Banks Agree to Federal Government Moratorium on Bank Closures in the Regions
The big four banks have agreed to ensure no regional bank branches will close before July 2027. The Commonwealth Bank, ANZ, National Australia and Westpac have agreed to a federal government moratorium to cease further closures over the next two years. Federal...
Damaged Tarmac at Armidale Causes Flight Turmoil
Flights to and out of Armidale have been cancelled until at least this Saturday after it was revealed the airports tarmac had been damaged. Contractors who had been working to patch parts of the runway for the past month, noticed cracks on the edge of the runway on...
Farmers Can Now Save Twice by Swapping to Cost Saving Low Emissions Methods and Machinery
Farmers, agri-businesses and equipment purchasers are now eligible for discounted loans to help roll out a range of long-term cost savings initiatives that reduce emissions, thanks to a $300 million commitment from the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) supported...
Link Air Suspends Sydney Service
Regional airline Link Air has made the decision to suspend flights from 1st March between Inverell, Narrabri, and Sydney due to reduced demand. In an update, the airline says despite the suspension, they will continue to monitor the market closely and look to return...
Kearsey Recognised with Life Membership
A man who had dedicated much of his life serving the community was recognised yesterday with Life membership to Northaven Disability Services. Peter Kearsey received the accolade in recognition of his commitment and years of service to Northaven during the opening of...