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Disability Networking Event in Inverell

A new speed-networking event called Regional Pathways to Possibility will be held in Inverell on October 28 designed to showcase the wide range of disability supports and services available across Inverell and surrounding regions. Service providers are encouraged to...

Armidale Dad Become Instant Millionaire

An Armidale father has discovered a lottery win can come with unexpected side effects after his $1.6 million Saturday Lotto win left him wide awake, frantically googling. The Northern Tablelands resident held one of the four division one winning entries nationally in...

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...
Severe Hot Weather to Hit Australia

Severe Hot Weather to Hit Australia

A hot air mass will cause temperatures to soar across large areas of Australia this week, causing temperatures to climb in parts of every state and territory. Weather Meteorologist Ben Domensino says while hot weather is common in Australia at this time of year, this...

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Staggy Sets the Early Pace After Knocking Over Rebels

Staggy Sets the Early Pace After Knocking Over Rebels

Square and Compass remain the only undefeated team after round 3 action of the Inverell Cricket competition following their 7 run victory over reigning premiers Campbell & Freebairn Rebels at Varley Oval. Batting first, Square and Compass amassed 5/182 with Hunter...

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Tigers Award Their Best and Elect a New Committee

Tigers Award Their Best and Elect a New Committee

Willis Pike and Kimberley O'Donnell dominated the awards at the Tingha Tigers Presentation night on Friday claiming their respective Best and Fairest awards. Pike won the Players Player and Tiger of the Year awards while O'Donnell claimed the Highest Try Scorer, Group...

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Landholders Urged to Be Vigilant for Fires

Landholders Urged to Be Vigilant for Fires

The NSW Rural Fire Service has reminded landholders to be wary of fire as conditions change across the New England. The New England RFS advises with drying winds and increased temperatures, landholders are being encouraged to be careful with the use of fire in the...

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Man Dies Following Vehicle Fire

Man Dies Following Vehicle Fire

A man has died following a vehicle fire near Tenterfield on Friday morning Just before 5am, emergency services were called to Bruxner Highway, about 3km east of Snake Creek Road, Sandy Flat, following reports of a vehicle fire. NSW Rural Fire Service crews arrived at...

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Kosciuszko Win Celebrated at the Tatts

Kosciuszko Win Celebrated at the Tatts

Murwillumbah trainer David McColm fulfilled his promise on Saturday to bring the Kosciuszko trophy to Inverell’s Tatts Hotel. It was his way of saying thank you to the Tatts Hotel syndicate that selected his horse FAR TOO EASY for the $2 million Kosciusko two weeks...

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Inverell CWA 100th Anniversary

Inverell CWA 100th Anniversary

The Inverell Branch of the Country Women’s Association has recently reached a significant milestone by celebrating its 100th anniversary last week. Council representatives from the Inverell Shire Council as well as Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan were in...

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Inverell Christmas Fair 2024

Inverell Christmas Fair 2024

Inverell’s Christmas Fair is to be held in Campbell Park on Saturday the 23rd of November. The Inverell East Rotary Club has taken up the initiative following the demise of the former Apex Venetian Carnival which had been a tradition for decades on the first Saturday...

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