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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...
Inverell Cricket Hoping for Better Weather

Inverell Cricket Hoping for Better Weather

Local cricketers will be hoping for better weather after last weekend’s opening round of the Inverell Cricket Association competition was washed out. Round 2 action will see reigning premier Campbell and Freebairn face Staggy Creek at McCosker 1 while Delungra will...

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Community Called to Support National Bandanna Day

Community Called to Support National Bandanna Day

Today, marks the 30th anniversary of Canteen’s National Bandanna Day, a day in Australia that has become a powerful symbol of resilience and solidarity for young Australians grappling with cancer. For three decades, National Bandanna Day has been more than just a...

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Feedback Sought for Warialda Town Square Project

Feedback Sought for Warialda Town Square Project

Gwydir Shire Council is inviting feedback from the community on the Warialda Town Square project. Council is seeking comments from the community on features they would like to see incorporated in the remaining aspects of this exciting space. Feedback can be provided...

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Keep Farm Communities Connected

Keep Farm Communities Connected

The switch to 4G and 5G networks must provide better connectivity to rural communities, NSW Farmers has urged as telcos prepare to shut down the nation’s 3G network for good. On Monday 28 October Telstra and Optus will switch off their 3G networks as they transition...

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Open Gardens Looking Superb

Open Gardens Looking Superb

Five spectacular gardens will be open to the public on Saturday as the Down to Earth Inverell Garden Club prepare for yet another open garden extravaganza, as they raise funds for the Westpac Rescue helicopter Service. Five homes including Min and Howard Finlen’s...

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Sapphire City Festival Great Duck Race

Sapphire City Festival Great Duck Race

The countdown is on to one of the features of Saturday’s Festival Finale in Campbell Park with the running of the Inverell East Rotary Club’s Great Duck Race. Pat Miller from the Inverell East Rotary Club says the $50 book of 10 tickets for the corporate race are...

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