As temperatures rise and more people head outdoors to enjoy the water, WaterNSW is urging visitors to check for blue green algae alerts before entering rivers, lakes and dams. Warmer conditions can increase the likelihood of algal blooms developing in waterways....
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Dirt, Dust & a Dashing Good Time as Variety Postie Bike Dash rolls into Region
Tamworth is set to become the start and finish point for one of Australia’s most loved charity adventures when more than 80 riders on postie bikes descend on the region for the 2026 Variety Postie Bike Dash. The six-day adventure, running from 1 – 6 November, will see...
Man Charged with Murder
A 53-year-old man has been formally charged with murder after an alleged domestic violence stabbing incident in Armidale yesterday morning. Emergency services were called to a Rockvale Road unit just after 2 o’clock following reports of a stabbing. New England Police...
Gold and Silver Stolen Bullion from a Property Near Emmaville
Police are appealing for information after a large sum of bullion was reported stolen from a property in the state’s New England region. In October 2026, officers attached to New England Police District commenced an investigation following reports a safe containing...
Health District Awards its 2026 Excellence Awards
The contributions of health professionals and volunteers from across the region were recognised at Hunter New England Local Health District’s annual Excellence Awards, held on Tuesday night. More than 120 staff and guests came together at Ravella, Newcastle, to...
NSW Government Supports NSW Ag Shows in H5 Preparations
The NSW Government is working closely with AgShows NSW and the Country Women’s Association to keep NSW agriculture shows running safely in the face of the H5 avian influenza (bird flu). The NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is...
Countdown to Christmas: Australia Post Announces Last-Sending Dates Everyone Needs to Know
Australia Post is encouraging Australians to start planning their Christmas sending, announcing the key dates for posting gifts and cards to ensure they arrive in time for Christmas. With millions of parcels moving through the network during the festive season,...
National Gun Buyback to Begin in NSW on November 2, Bookings to Surrender Now Open
The Minns Labor Government is launching the biggest firearms buyback in NSW in a generation, with eligible firearms licence holders able to book now to surrender eligible firearms and ammunition, helping get dangerous guns off our streets and make communities safer....
Practical Reforms to Reduce Plastics and Microplastics
The Minns Labor Government has passed reforms to reduce plastic waste, make more products recyclable and help keep harmful plastics out of our waterways. From plastic bread tags to balloon sticks, microbeads and lollipop sticks, the NSW Government is rolling out a...


