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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...
STA FM Rural News | 07-09-2024

STA FM Rural News | 07-09-2024

Inverell Cattle Sale Tuesday 3rd September Inverell penned 1146 good quality cattle similar to last sale. The regular buyers attended to varied trends with an emphasis on yearling steers to feeder competition this category selling to strong demand.  Steer weaners...

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Ashford Central School Recognised in a National program

Ashford Central School Recognised in a National program

Local students from Ashford Central School have taken home a ‘Special Mention Award’ for their project ‘Nu-Trish’ in the national Picasso Cows program, beating over 49 schools from across Australia. The program challenged students to put their creative minds to work,...

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J Mac Booked for Local Trainer

J Mac Booked for Local Trainer

One of the world’s best jockeys will climb aboard an Inverell-trained horse in tomorrow’s Highway Handicap at Royal Randwick. Trainer Todd Payne has engaged James McDonald for LIZSTOMANIA as he heads back to Sydney for his 4th attempt at winning a Highway since the...

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Inverell Hawks Eye Off Group 19 Grand Final Berth

Inverell Hawks Eye Off Group 19 Grand Final Berth

The Inverell Hawks hopes for a Group 19 Rugby League Grand Final berth is on the line this Sunday when they travel to tackle the Armidale Rams in the Preliminary Final. Hawks President Ethan Anderson says the team have hit their straps in recent weeks despite not...

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Retired Police Officer Awarded Volunteer Award

Retired Police Officer Awarded Volunteer Award

Retired Armidale Police Inspector Matt Lynch has been awarded the 2024 New England and Northern Inland Volunteer of the Year, for his commitment and dedication to supporting young people as a mentor, coach, driver and cook with youth support group...

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Inverell FC Semi Finals 2024

Inverell FC Semi Finals 2024

Finals fever has struck Inverell FC with all 5 teams progressing through to the final series for the 2024 season, 4 out of the 5 teams winning the minor premiership. The finals commence with 3 games being hosted by Inverell at the complex seeing Armidale 4th grade up...

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