A couple of members of the NSW Rural Fire service Northern Tablelands Team are currently part of the Australian contingent assisting on the Red Earth Complex Fire in Alberta, Canada. Operational Officer Level 1 Caleb Watson and Dundee Deputy Captain Jack Chappell have...
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New Grants to Help Bush Connectivity
The Regional Tech Hub has announced a new grants program, offering up to $3000 to community groups across rural, regional and remote Australia. The Connect Grants are open to grassroots projects that help people navigate the complex world of phone and internet...
Appeal to Locate Woman Missing from Moree
Police are appealing for assistance to locate a woman missing from the state’s west. Toni Barnden, aged 31, was last seen about 4:12pm Monday 7 July 2025 on Balo Street, Moree. Unable to be located or contacted since, officers from New England Police District were...
The Kosciuszko Tickets On Sale
Tickets are on sale now to share in $2 million prizemoney for The Kosciuszko sweepstakes, an integral part of the world’s richest race for country-trained gallopers. NSW residents can purchase $5 sweepstakes tickets via the TAB App, tab.com.au, local pubs, clubs, TAB...
Local Land Services’ Annual Farm Census Underway
NSW landholders are being asked to report their livestock numbers and land use information as part of Local Land Services’ annual farm census.The Annual Land and Stock Return collects important information that helps shape the delivery of essential animal health and...
Funding Flows in for Region’s Waterways
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan has announced another $4 million has been committed to a significant water program in the Northern Tablelands Electorate. The Reconnecting Watercourse Country program is aimed at increasing the effectiveness of...
Calls for People to Come Forward to Assist Investigations into Alleged Child Abuse at Local School
Shine Lawyers is calling for witnesses to assist an investigation into claims of historical child abuse which allegedly took place at Gilgai Public school in the early 2000’s. Solicitors would like to speak to any former students or staff members at Gilgai Public...
Fuel Theft at Mt Russell
New England Police are investigating the theft of fuel from Mt Russell this week. Police say $160 worth of diesel fuel or 80 litres has been reported stolen from Mt Russell Rd, sometime between 5:30pm Monday and 7:30 on Tuesday. Anyone with information about this...
Farmers to Debate Food Future
Feral animals, regional airlines, farm data and artificial intelligence are just some of the topics up for debate as NSW Farmers gears up for its Annual Conference this month. More than 250 farmers are set to descend on Sydney’s Rosehill Gardens Racecourse on 22–23...
