An investigation is underway after thirteen people were injured – one critically – at a motoring event when car crashed at Walcha in the state’s west overnight. Emergency services were called to Walcha showground on Derby Street about 6.15pm on Saturday 15 November...
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Farmers Welcome Speed Limit Support
NSW Farmers President Xavier Martin has welcomed the state government's common-sense response to the federal government's push to slash rural speed limits. Mr Martin said the proposal to cut speed limits on country roads to 80km/h was a “straw man” solution for road...
Historic Regional Public Preschool Build Officially underway
The largest public preschool construction program in NSW history is now underway in regional NSW, with work set to commence on more than 20 new public preschools before the end of 2025. This work has been marked with construction beginning on a new public preschool at...
Forum Strengthens Cross-Border Policing to Bring Communities Closer
Senior police, ministers and cross-border commissioners from NSW, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia and the ACT came together at NSW Parliament today for a full-day Cross-Border Policing Forum focused on improving cooperation and strengthening community safety...
Fire Permits Suspended in Inverell Shire
The NSW Rural Fire Service Northern tablelands team advise that due to the forecast High Fire Danger, all fire permits within the Inverell Local Government Area are currently suspended until midnight tonight. This measure is being taken to reduce the risk of fires...
Be Alert to Signs of Avian Influenza in Poultry
The NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is encouraging everyone to be alert to signs of avian influenza in commercial and domestic poultry, and wildlife.Australia remains free from the H5N1 strain that is causing concern globally....
Minns Government Reduces Drought Loan Interest Rate by 1 %
The Minns Labor Government will immediately reduce the cost to farmers of undertaking a Drought Ready and Resilient Fund loan by reducing its interest rate by 1 per cent, following a review of the loan to look at options for broadening its uptake by famers. The $250...
Customers Warned of Recalled Children’s Sand Due to Asbestos Risks
The ACCC has published a recall notice over children’s sand products that may contain asbestos and were sold at various retailers including Officeworks. The recall was issued by supplier Educational Colours for colourful children’s sand products sold at...
Plan to Protect Livestock During Bushfire Season
Local Land Services is urging farmers and animal owners to include livestock and pets in their bushfire planning.“It’s crucial to have a clear plan in place for your animals. When disaster strikes, being organised can make all the difference,” said Piers Harper, Local...
