The latest results of PFAS testing across town water supplies for Inverell, Ashford and Yetman have confirmed all raw water sources and treated water supplies are well below the new PFAS limits outlined in the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. Testing conducted in...
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Proposed Lobby Group to Fight for Medical Services
Gwydir Shire Council has written to Inverell Shire Council asking it to consider forming a Regional and Rural Medical Service Alliance to act as a strong voice to lobby for improved regional and rural medical services. In his letter, former Gwydir Shire Mayor Max...
AMA Welcomes Report into Teenage Vaping
The Australian Medical Association has welcomed new data showing a significant decline in vaping rates among Australian teenagers, describing the findings as a “turning point in youth health” and a testament to the power of strong policy, education, and community...
Power Bank Recalls on the Rise Due to Serious Burn and Property Damage Risks
The ACCC is urging consumers to be alert to a growing list of recalled wireless power banks, which have the potential to cause serious burns and property damage. Power banks, also known as portable battery packs, are portable battery chargers commonly powered by...
1 in 2 Australians Facing Workplace Burnout – Young Adults and Caregivers Leading the Trend
Burnout is commonly experienced by Australian workers, with new Beyond Blue data finding it’s the country’s young people and parents who are most at risk. A community poll* commissioned by Beyond Blue found that half of people surveyed had experienced burnout in the...
Nominate Your Community Pharmacy Heroes to Help Find Australia’s best!
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia is calling on all Australians to nominate the community pharmacies and pharmacists who consistently provide exceptional service and care for the 2026 Guild Community Pharmacy Awards.These awards celebrate the individuals and teams...
Man Dies Following Bat Bite
NSW Health has issued a warning to residents not to touch bats following the death of a man in his 50’s from Northern NSW. The man was the first confirmed case of lyssavirus in NSW and had been bitten by a bat several months ago and received treatment following the...
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...
Joyce Slams NDIS System
Regional Australia has once more been stumbled over then stamped on by Canberra in a clumsy process for cost savings for the NDIS. Few are not arguing that the NDIS needs review and needs remediation in sections of expenditure, but in Regional Australia recent...