Inverell Shire Council has endorsed the renewal of all asbestos cement water mains within the Yetman water reticulation network, with the project to improve reliability, reduce water losses and address ageing infrastructure nearing the end of its useful life. The...
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Beyond the Stones: Draft Australian Celtic Festival Plan to Bring More Opportunities Across Glen Innes Severn
A five-year plan to increase the Australian Celtic Festival’s benefits for local businesses, residents and the wider Glen Innes Severn region is now open for community feedback. Glen Innes Severn Council endorsed the Draft Australian Celtic Festival Strategic Plan...
Council Welcomes Federal Commitment to Strengthen Local Government Funding
Inverell Shire Council has welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement of a Federation Compact with Local Government, recognising the significant financial sustainability challenges facing councils and committing to meaningful, ongoing increases in Financial...
Minns Labor Government’s $100 Rego Discount Commences
Drivers across New South Wales renewing their vehicle registration will pay $100 less to register their privately owned vehicle, while motorcyclists will pay $80 less for their rego. The $100 registration discount, which came into effect yesterday, will benefit the...
BackTrack Builds on Positive Futures with a Funding Boost
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan welcomed news that BackTrack Armidale will receive a share of $700,000 in funding from the state government to deliver additional programs for young men and boys. The funding will be shared with the Central...
Council Takes Major Step Forward on Long-Term Water Security
Armidale Regional Council (ARC) has lodged a scoping report with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), marking a significant milestone in its long-term water security strategy for the region. The scoping report covers the proposed water...
Council Reports Strong Outcomes from 2024/2025 Heavy Patching Program
Inverell Shire Council has received a report on the outcomes of its 2024/2025 Heavy Patching Program, which delivered pavement repairs across priority sections of the local and regional road network. The program was endorsed by Council in March 2025 and focused on...
Youth From Across Region to Feature at Battle on the Bank
Young musicians from across the region are already signing up to take part in Battle on the Bank, with four acts now registered for an evening of live music, entertainment and celebration. The youth-led live music event, organised by the volunteer Youth Think Tank...
Remote Drone Trial Set to Fly in Moree for Another Two Years
Northern Tablelands MP Brendan Moylan has welcomed the NSW Government’s decision to lock in the Australia-first remote drone trial in Moree for two more years. The NSW Police Force’s POLAIR Remote Drone Program will continue to be stationed at Moree, following...



