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Local News

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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...
Rowsthorn Has Delungra in Stitches

Rowsthorn Has Delungra in Stitches

AUSTRALIAN Comedy icon Peter Rowsthorn entertained a crowd of close to 100 in Delungra over the weekend, with audience members travelling from Armidale, Bingara, Inverell and Moree. The event, to mark Mental Health Month, was hosted by local community group Muster Up...

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Big Money Raised for Inverell Legacy

Big Money Raised for Inverell Legacy

Inverell Legacy has raised a mammoth $21,167.28 during their recent Legacy week 2024 fundraising efforts. Peter Kearsey from Inverell Legacy says the funds raised will go towards the support of 105 people they support including 21 children of veterans. Mr Kearsey says...

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Health warning on Whooping Cough in the Region

Health warning on Whooping Cough in the Region

Hunter New England Local Health District have noticed whooping cough cases are still circulating in the Health District. Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, affects people of all ages, and can be especially serious for babies and young children who get really...

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School Councillor Jailed for Sex Crimes

School Councillor Jailed for Sex Crimes

A former Armidale School Councillor has been sentenced to 28 years imprisonment due to child sex related offenses conducted in the 1970s and 80s. Allan Keith Huggins, a 77 yr old former school councillor at O’Connor Catholic College in Armidale, was found guilty in...

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Community Call to Assist Warialda family

Community Call to Assist Warialda family

A public appeal and fundraiser have been launched after tragic accidents struck the Koina family from Warialda twice in a less than 14 months. Last year, 22-year-old son Ben lost his right arm at the shoulder in a crusher accident while in late September this year,...

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Watts Retires as Chair of BEST Employment

Watts Retires as Chair of BEST Employment

Jon Watts, Chair of the BEST Employment Ltd Board, has announced his retirement, effective from the 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM). Jon Watts has been an integral part of BEST Employment since its inception. Starting his association with the original Sapphire City...

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Small Business Week to Boost Local Economy

Small Business Week to Boost Local Economy

The Glen Innes Highlands Hub is excited to host Small Business Week from Monday, 21 October to Friday, 25 October, as part of NSW Government’s Small Business Month. This week of free events offers entrepreneurs, creatives and community-minded individuals the chance to...

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Campbell Continues Brilliant Year

Campbell Continues Brilliant Year

Sean Campbell from Inverell RSM Civilian Rifle Club has won the National Rifle Association of Australia Kings Prize held in Brisbane over the weekend. Sean, shooting in the F Open category, shot over 3 days in a very strong field from across the country. He dominated...

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