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Local News

Welcome to the news corner, your one-stop destination for staying updated with all the latest that’s going on in our community.

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Meteor Lights Up Skies

Stargazers have been left in awe after a meteor was spotted last night, lighting up the night sky. Seen in QLD and NSW, the meteor was spotted at around 7:30 making a sensational entrance with some observers also witnessing a massive boom near Stanthorpe. The...

Remembrance Day 2024

Australians are being urged to observe a minute’s silence at 11am today to pay their respects to current and former service men and women on this Remembrance Day. Federal Shadow Veterans Minister and New England MP Barnaby Joyce says in the First World War, 460,000...

Police to Target Dangerous Driving in Operation Labour Day 2024

Police will be out in force and targeting dangerous driving this long weekend as part of an operation designed to keep people safe on our roads. Operation Labour Day 2024 commences at 12.01am on Friday 4 October 2024 and concludes at 11.59pm on Monday 7 October 2024....

Foundation for Rural Regional Renewal GRANT

Project name - Keep the News Local and Keep it Coming The purpose of this grant will allow Sta Fm to employ a local news journalist to support the Inverell and surrounding communities with daily local news as well as a regular segment on preparedness and resilience to...

New Initiative for Disadvantaged Individuals of Inverell

Inverell locals are set to receive a highly acclaimed initiative funded by the NSW Government aimed at giving disadvantaged individuals Employment Opportunities throughout the region. Local organisation Pathfinders in conjunction with Ace Community Colleges and...

Woman, Aged in Her 80’s, Injured in Accident

Emergency crews were called to an accident in Inverell this morning involving a pedestrian and a car. NSW Fire and Rescue spokesperson says it’s believed a car hit a woman at the corner of Bannockburn Rd and Urabatta St, forcing the closure of Bannockburn Rd. NSW...

Seve Claims Cup

The Inverell Golf Club held it’s Lawrence and Hanson Monthly Mug on Saturday. Life Member, Adrian King, won the July Mug with an excellent nett score of 65, one shot clear of Mat McHarg, ho was playing off a handicap of +1, recording a brilliant 5 under par. Grade...

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Mungindi Cup Heads to Inverell

Inverell galloper BETTER TOMORROW has continued its recent good form by taking out the Mungindi Cup. Returning from a mid-field finish in the Rockhampton Cup, BETTER TOMORROW was a comfortable 2 lengths winner for trainer Jo Methven and apprentice Glen Cahill. It was...

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Sports Briefs

In Central North Rugby, Quirindi Lions silenced Pirates in Tamworth, winning 37-10 while Gunnedah cemented its spot on top of the Central North Points table with an enthralling 35-26 victory over reigning premiers Narrabri Blue Boars. Meantime in the sole AFL...

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Inverell F.C Outclass East Armidale

Inverell F.C have come though with a 2-1 win over East Armidale United at Doody Park in Round 13 action in the Northern Premier League. In a physical affair, Brent Pedlow and Sam Byrne scored for the visitors with coach Damian Shutz singling out Pedlow’s performance...

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NAIDOC Week Commences

Inverell and Tingha NAIDOC week events kicks off today with the annual Inverell Street March and Opening Ceremony commencing at 10am. The public are notified there will be minor disruption to traffic in the CBD with rolling street closures from 10:30am as the march...

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Jostling Starts as Finals Approach

There’s a couple of big clashes set down for tomorrow in the Group 19 Rugby League competition that may shape the final four positions on the points table with 3 weeks left in the home and away season. The Inverell Hawks travel to Armidale tomorrow to face the Narwan...

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Gravesend Water Restrictions

Gwydir Shire Council has enforced water restrictions to residents living in Gravesend. A mechanical issue with Gravesend water supply is limiting capacity to pump water resulting in reservoir levels falling to a critical level where action needs be taken.  Water usage...

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Inverell F.C Back on the Road Again

In Northern Premier League action, Inverell F.C head to Doody Park in Armidale to take on East Armidale United in Round 13 action. 1st grade coach Damian Shutz says East Armidale United have improved this season adding it will be another tough game for his chargers....

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