The latest annual Pulse Survey released by national children’s education charity The Smith Family, has revealed almost 60% of families who responded have struggled to afford essential school items for their children this year, with the majority attributing this to the...
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Telstra 3G Closure: How It Will Work and What’s next
From 12.01am on Monday 28th October 2024, Telstra will begin closing its 3G network and customers with devices that rely on 3G for Emergency Calls (4G data, 3G Voice, or VoLTE capable but require 3G for Triple Zero) will be blocked from accessing Telstra’s network and...
Warialda Pool Close to Reopening
The reopening of the Warialda Pool is looking promising after the new pump arrived in town during the week. Gwydir Shire council have confirmed the pump will be installed on Monday with the pool water to be treated. Council is optimistic that the lessee will be able...
Former Local Wins $3m QLD Home
A former Tingha resident has hit the jackpot after winning a home in Noosa valued at over $3 million following a Yourtown Prize Homes draw. Colleen Cameron, who grew up in Tingha and still has family in the area, had her lucky number drawn out earlier this month after...
Holy Trinity Art Union Prize 2024
The annual Holy Trinity Art Union Prize is once again up for grabs at this Saturday’s races in Inverell with one lucky ticket holder to go home $7,000 richer. As an added bonus, if the winner is present at the track on Saturday, they’ll pocket an extra $500. Second...
Get In Here Campaign
Glen Innes Severn Council is excited to announce its new Get In Here campaign, showcasing the real heart of Glen Innes Highlands, and is calling on the community to help bring it to life. Council is seeking expressions of interest from residents, businesses, community...
Guyra Troutfest 2024 to be the Biggest Yet
With Trout Season officially opening this Long Weekend, this year’s annual Guyra Troutfest is set to be one of its busiest yet. There will be plenty of activities for the whole family including a winning display of the Metal Masterpiece competition, Rotary of Guyra...
Free Education Sessions to Assist the Elderly
Home care Service provider Trilogy Care is running a series of free education sessions in the New England area next week about helping to keep older people living in their own homes. The community is invited to join them us for a free educational event focused on...
Community Urged to Remain Vigilant About Home Fire Safety
Although winter has officially come to an end, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is urging the community to remain vigilant about home fire safety. This winter, FRNSW recorded 12 preventable residential fire deaths across NSW, an increase of four on last year’s fatality...