The NSW SES Glen Innes Unit has thanked several units from across the state that came to assist following last Friday’s wild storms that caused severe damage to the town. Crews attended and have completed 97 jobs over the last 3 days overseeing repairs to smashed...
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Local Auctioneers Advance to State Championships
Three current and former Inverell auctioneers have been selected in the final 10 to compete for the John Weekes Memorial NSW Young Auctioneers competition at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Darcy Brennan from Lehman Stock and property, Luke Reynolds from J.A McGregor...
Caution Key for Summer Spraying
Farmers spraying weeds are reminded of the golden rules to prevent drift and avoid damage to neighbouring properties this summer. As farmers prepare to tackle summer weeds across the state, NSW Farmers' Agricultural Science Committee Chair Alan Brown said farmers...
Ten charged during Operation Surge
Western Region Police have conducted a three-day high-visibility operation focused on preventing and disrupting crime in the state’s north. Between Tuesday 7 January 2025 and Thursday 9 January 2025, officers attached to New England Police District, Western Region...
Hunter New England Local Health District Welcomes New Board Chair
Hunter New England Local Health District has appointed Dr. Kirsten Molloy as Board Chair, effective 1 January 2025, succeeding Associate Professor Martin Cohen. Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) has appointed Dr. Kirsten Molloy as Board Chair,...
Region Records Highest Deaths on Roads
The New England Police District recorded the highest rate of fatalities in the state last year. Traffic & Highway Peel Sector Manager inspector Kelly Wixx says the biggest factors causing serious road crashes and fatalities are alcohol, drugs, driver negligence...
Community Urged to Prepare for Fire
The NSW Rural Fire Service Northern Tablelands Team are keeping an eye on the weather and fire conditions that are prevailing at the moment. Angus McDowell from the NSW RFS says while pleasant conditions have been experienced at the start of the year, cold fronts that...
Youth Think Tank
Young people in the Inverell Shire can now apply to join a Youth Think Tank, with successful applicants to be paid for their time and be in the driving seat for youth programs in the region. The Youth Think Tank is the brainchild of Inverell based non-profit community...
Glen Innes Mops Up After Wild Storms
Local SES crews were kept busy responding to numerous jobs around Glen Innes following wild storms that swept through on Friday afternoon. Around 90 jobs were reported from Glen Innes which copped the brunt of the storm that hit at around 2:15pm and included large...
