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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 Recycling Services Delayed

Inverell Recycling Services Delayed

A mechanical issue has forced recycling services in Inverell to be cancelled today. Inverell Shire Council advise residents and businesses who have their recycling collected today to leave their bins out for collection tomorrow. Those that have their recycling...

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Residents Urged to Apply

Residents Urged to Apply

Applications have reopened for the Rural Roadside Sign project funded by the Australian Government, and Glen Innes Severn Council is inviting residents to apply by 12 December 2024.  These signs are designed to be highly visible, especially at night, ensuring that...

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Local Cricketers Ply Their Trade at Championships

Local Cricketers Ply Their Trade at Championships

Inverell junior cricketers Hollie Woodbury and Chelsea Krauss are currently representing Northern Inland at the Under 15's Youth Girls NSW Championship being played in Singleton. Northern Inland defeated Lake Macquarie in the first game yesterday chasing down Lake...

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Athletes prepare for National Championships

Athletes prepare for National Championships

Local athletes are in full training ahead of the All-School Track and Field National championships in Brisbane in December. MacIntyre High School students Jack Partridge and Conna Bowndes will be competing in the shot put event after qualifying at the NSW All Schools...

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Pool Delay at Warialda

Pool Delay at Warialda

Gwydir Shire Council have announced a new pool pump for the Warialda War Memorial Pool has been ordered and is expected to arrive within the next 7 days. It comes after the pool was expected to be filled last week and ready for use during the summer season, however...

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Severe Weather Predicted for Region

Severe Weather Predicted for Region

The recent bout of warm weather is expected to take a backseat for the remainder of this week with heavy thunderstorms predicted to break out into the region from as early as today. Meteorologist Joel Pippard reports that a classic mixture of heat drifting in from the...

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Free Art Class for Locals

Free Art Class for Locals

Budding artists will be able to take advantage of a free Alcohol Ink art class which will be held later this month at the Inverell Art Gallery. The free 3hr class, which is supported by the NSW Government and hosted by Regional Community Builders and Ladybug Projects,...

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