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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...
PSSA Cricket Continues at Armidale

PSSA Cricket Continues at Armidale

Inverell Junior cricketers Beau Alexander, Locky Krauss and Ryan Savage are representing Northwest in the PSSA boys cricket championship being held in Armidale.  Northwest played MacKillop Invitational yesterday and were defeated by 4 wickets Northwest were...

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Inverell Hawks Hold Successful AGM

Inverell Hawks Hold Successful AGM

Ethan Anderson has been re-elected as the President of the Inverell RSM Hawks Rugby League Club following their recent Annual General meeting. Jive Rea has assumed the Vice President role, Treasurer is Alicia Rea while Stephen Hamilton remains as Secretary with Mark...

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Proposed Bank Merger ‘An Exciting Opportunity’

Proposed Bank Merger ‘An Exciting Opportunity’

Regional Australia Bank and Summerland Bank have entered discussions regarding a proposed merger. In a statement to members, Regional Australia Bank state this partnership of established, financially sound customer-owned banks will strengthen their market presence and...

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New Leadership at Gwydir Shire Council

New Leadership at Gwydir Shire Council

Residents of Gwydir Shire will have new leadership after a New Mayor and Deputy Mayor have been appointed following an election at yesterday’s Ordinary Council Meeting. Cr Tiffany Galvin has been elected as Gwydir Shire’s new Mayor while Cr Sean Coleman from Warialda...

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Holy Trinity Race Day Ready to Go

Holy Trinity Race Day Ready to Go

Racing returns to Inverell tomorrow for Holy Trinity Race Day with owners and trainers offering strong support. Sixty runners accepted for the five-event card with horses from the Hunter Valley and the coast boosting the fields. Local trainers Brodie Fenton, Danni...

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Sapphire City Concert Band Open Day

Sapphire City Concert Band Open Day

The Sapphire City Concert Band will be conducting round 2 of their Open Day rehearsals this weekend as part of the Sapphire City Festival event. The first Open Day was held in May at the rehearsal room of the Inverell Music Centre, however have now opted for both a...

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Cricket Season Starts Tomorrow

Cricket Season Starts Tomorrow

The 2024/25 Inverell Cricket season kicks off tomorrow with four teams out to gain the early momentum in the opening rounds. Staggy Creek, Square and Compass, and Delungra will be out to interrupt Campbell and Freebairn’s hopes of back-to-back titles. Round 1 action...

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