Four teenagers have been arrested following a pursuit in the state’s west On Friday (28 August 2026). About 2am, officers from New England Police District were patrolling Edward Street when they sighted an SUV. Police attempted to stop the SUV, and when they driver...
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Four Charged with Drugs, Weapons Offences Following Search Warrant in Armidale
Four people have been charged with drugs and weapons offences following a search warrant in the state’s New England region. In August 2026, Western Region Operations Support Group commenced an investigation into drug supply and firearms related offences in the...
Raptor Squad Charge Five People, Seize 26 Firearms Following High Visibility Operation Targeting Bandidos OMCG
Raptor Squad has charged five people and seized 26 firearms, 2,500 rounds of ammunition and illicit drugs during a high-visibility operation targeting the Bandidos Outlaw Motorcycle Gang (OMCG) across the Oxley and New England Police Districts. The three-day operation...
Legacy Week 2026
Our servicemen and women have given so much for our country. This Legacy Week, it’s our turn to give back. Inverell Legacy is calling on the local community to step up this Legacy Week (30 August – 5 September) to support veterans’ families. The annual appeal has been...
AMA Calls for Urgent Action on AI Deepfakes Spreading Health Misinformation
The Australian Medical Association is calling on the federal government to act urgently on AI-generated deepfakes, warning the technology is being used to impersonate trusted health professionals and spread potentially harmful misinformation. Ahead of Scams Awareness...
Finalists Announced for 2026 New England Northwest Business Awards
The finalists for the 2026 New England North West Business Awards have been announced, with 92 businesses including 22 individuals recognised for their outstanding contribution, achievement and success across the region. Representing communities, industries and...
Northern Tablelands Students Leading the Way in Growing Our Own Doctors
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan has met with and congratulated local students and University of New England (UNE) staff during visits to Gravesend, Moree and Pallamallawa today, highlighting UNE’s leadership in training and retaining the region’s future...
Murray Cod and Murray Crayfish Seasons Close 1 September
With spring approaching, recreational fishers are reminded that the Murray Cod and Murray Crayfish seasons close on 1 September 2026.Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) Program Leader, Fish Stocking and Enhancement Operations, Jim...
Police Recruits a Welcome Boost to Local Law Enforcement
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan welcomed nine newly graduated probationary constables to the region following their official attestation and march out from the Goulburn Police Academy. The NSW Police Force welcomed 353 new police officers in what is...


