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,...
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Gravesend Water Restrictions
Gwydir Shire Council has enforced water restrictions to residents living in Gravesend. A mechanical issue with Gravesend water supply is limiting capacity to pump water resulting in reservoir levels falling to a critical level where action needs be taken. Water usage...
Smart Batteries Nelp New England Homes Bank Big Energy Bill Savings
Homeowners across the NSW New England region can double their electricity bill savings by pairing a new smart solar battery with the right electricity tariff, according to new research from Australian battery energy business Empower Energy. The news comes as Federal...
May Seasonal Update Released
The latest Northern Tablelands Local Land Services seasonal update reveals on ground conditions remain steady across the region. Most of the region remains in the Non-Drought category with average to above average May rainfall continuing the positive production...
Fairer Voluntary Agreements for Environmental Water Programs
The NSW Government is rolling out a clearer, more equitable process for negotiating voluntary agreements with landholders affected by future environmental water deliveries in regional NSW, locking in better outcomes for all parties and healthier rivers. The Landholder...
Community Invited to Provide Feedback on the Proposed Boorolong Wind Farm Project
Squadron Energy, Australia’s leading renewable energy company, invites the community to an information session to learn about the updated layout of the proposed Boorolong Wind Farm, learn more about the overall project, and share their feedback. The proposed...
Water Quality Experts Partner with Gwydir Shire Council
Water quality experts from WaterNSW will be in Warialda and Bingara on 5-6 June continuing our collaboration with Gwydir Shire Council on ways to reduce risks to local source water quality. “We’re delighted to have our team on the ground working alongside Gwydir Shire...
Inverell Shire Council Revives Waste Management Advisory Committee to Address Key Issues
Inverell Shire Council is taking proactive steps towards addressing strategic challenges for its waste management function, with the reformation of the Waste Management Advisory Committee. The committee will play a crucial role in investigating priority waste issues...
Bats Return to Inverell
The return of bats in Inverell has received mixed reactions throughout the community. Bats are protected in Australia due to their critical ecological roles, legal protections under wildlife laws, and the need to conserve biodiversity but residents are warned they can...
