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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...

Inverell Crime Down

The trend in crime in Inverell seem to be on a downward spiral according to Inspector of Inverell Police Blake Keating. Inspector Keating says recent monitoring in crime trends in Inverell have found numerous weeks in the past month where there’s been zero reports of...

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Local Shooters to Compete at 2026 World Champs

Inverell Rifle Club members Byron La Fontaine, Isabella and Jake Campbell have been selected in the Australian Under 25 F Open Rifle team to compete at the 2026 F Class World Championships in the United Kingdom. They will shoot in a team event which will take place...

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Battle on the Bank Not Too Far away

Entries for the inaugural Inverell Youth Think Tank Team’s “Battle on the Bank” close this Saturday with artists urged to nominate now for the event. This competition, which will be held later this month, is open to bands, soloist performers, vocal groups and...

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Jerrard Assumes Interim Leadership Role with Group 19

Group 19 executive have appointed Bridgette Jerrard as the interim Group president following the departure of Peter Presnell last month. Group Secretary Candita Collins says Mr Presnell notified them on 15th May that he would be stepping away from his role on the...

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Low Income Earners Awarded Pay Rise

Low paid workers in the region are set to receive a 3.5% pay increase following an announcement from the Fair Work Commission yesterday. From July 1, the minimum wage will be increased from $24.10 per hour, to $24.94 an hour. Commission President Adam Hatcher says...

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Police Investigate Armidale Shooting

Investigations are continuing into a shooting incident in Armidale on Saturday morning. Emergency services were called to Niagara St just before 3:30 following reports of shots being fired. Police were told a 19 year old man had been approached by another man who...

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