Farmers have beaten the odds to lift NSW’s agricultural production to its third highest level in history, according to a new report released by the state government this week. Despite challenging seasonal conditions during the first half of the year, NSW’s...
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NSW Police Welcome Pay Rise
NSW Police officers have voted overwhelmingly to accept the Minns Labor Government’s historic four-year pay agreement to recruit and retain police officers with highly competitive salaries. For the first time in memory, police will be paid to stay, rather than...
Consumers Urged to Choose Quality Batteries This Sale Season After Record Number of Fires
The NSW Government is warning consumers about the potential dangers of buying poor quality lithium-ion battery powered products as gifts this holiday season, which may pose a fire risk. The warning comes amid fears that substandard lithium-ion battery powered devices...
Moylan Slams $14.1 Million in Funding Cuts Across the Region
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan has hit out at the NSW and Federal Governments with $14.1 million of funding revoked from the Northern Tablelands. Mr Moylan has been advised $8,721,095 and $5,410,000 million in promised funding to Glen Innes Severn...
Freight Route Survey
Gwydir Shire Council is dedicated to ensuring our regional road network is resilient, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of our community. Since the project began in 2022, we have gathered invaluable data that informs road maintenance and upgrade decisions...
Funding Ripped for Rail Trail
Glen Innes Severn Council has been dealt a crushing blow with the abrupt withdrawal of $8.7 million in funding for the New England Rail Trail by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD). This funding, initially announced by New England MP...
Merger Reforms a Solid Start
Farmers have welcomed new merger reforms amid supermarket pricing scandals and the cost of living crisis but warn more work must be done to fix entrenched competition problems impacting families. On Thursday the House of Representatives passed new merger and...
Regional Workforce Planning – Allied Health and Nursing
Hunter New England Central Coast PHN (HNECC PHN) invites our local health professionals to participate in a consultation series to help us better understand and address the unique workforce challenges facing our region. This is a valuable opportunity to share your...
$5.6 Million Bald Nob Road Rehabilitation Reaches Completion
The $5.6 million Bald Nob Road upgrade between the New England and Gwydir Highways has reached practical completion, delivering a safer and smoother journey for local residents, visitors and heavy vehicle operators. The extensive 6-kilometre upgrade, jointly funded by...