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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...
Guyra Troutfest 2024

Guyra Troutfest 2024

With Trout Season officially opening on the October Long Weekend, this year’s annual Guyra Troutfest is set to be one of its busiest yet. There will be plenty of activities for the whole family including a winning display of the Metal Masterpiece competition, Rotary...

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Hawk’s Mens and U18s Secure Minor Semi’s Win

Hawk’s Mens and U18s Secure Minor Semi’s Win

The Inverell Hawks have celebrated in jubilation after both the Men’s and U18s sides secured their minor semi final wins in Group 19 Rugby League action over the weekend. The Men’s game saw the Bullets lead the game 16 NIL before the Hawks switched gears to bring the...

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STA FM Rural News | 31-08-2024

STA FM Rural News | 31-08-2024

Inverell Cattle Sale Tuesday 27th August. Inverell penned 1170 good quality cattle a minimum rise of 163 head. There was an increase in weight for all categories and although there was a return of a major cow buyer those buyers were in limited numbers. Notwithstanding...

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Delungra Ready for Working Dog Championships

Delungra Ready for Working Dog Championships

Yard dog handlers from all parts of NSW and QLD will be heading to Delungra this weekend for the Jill Brown Memorial Working Dog Trial Championships at the Delungra Recreational Ground. $13,000 in prizemoney and trophies are up for grabs in various categories...

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Finals Fever in Group 19

Finals Fever in Group 19

Finals fever kicks off this weekend around the region with both Major and Minor Semi Finals to be played in the Group 19 Rugby League competition. The Inverell Hawks are engaged in two Minor Semi’s at Gwydir Oval in Bingara tomorrow starting with their U18s team...

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Farmers to Rally for the Future

Farmers to Rally for the Future

NSW Farmers is urging everyone to support a pro-farming rally to be held in the nation’s capital on September 10.NSW Farmers President Xavier Martin said the rally on the doorstep of Parliament House would be a landmark moment in the fight to protect food and fibre...

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NSW Mapping is Wrong: Moylan

NSW Mapping is Wrong: Moylan

Northern Tablelands MP Brendan Moylan remains concerned about the ramifications of changes to the Native Vegetation Regulatory Mapping legislation being pushed by the NSW Government. Speaking on STA FM this week, Mr Moylan says several years ago the government mapped...

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Reduction Burn Near Bingara

Reduction Burn Near Bingara

NSW Rural Fire Service are intending to conduct a Hazard Reduction Burn along Elcombe Road in the Bangheet area near Bingara tomorrow morning This Hazard reduction is just one way of preparing for bush fires and will be dependent on suitable weather conditions....

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Inverell FC’s Final Games Before Finals

Inverell FC’s Final Games Before Finals

The final round of soccer will be played this weekend and the Inverell FC Premier League teams will be making the most of it when they travel to Armidale to face East Armidale tomorrow.  Both Premier League teams cruised through their games last week and are...

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