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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...
Charity Bike Ride Raises Funds For Chopper

Charity Bike Ride Raises Funds For Chopper

Over $6000 has been raised for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service following the Croppa for the Chopper charity bike ride on Sunday. Moree Online News reports riders from Goondiwindi, Moree, Croppa Creek, North Star, Yallaroi, Grafton and Pottsville enjoyed their...

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New Fountain Brings Relief for Furry Friends

New Fountain Brings Relief for Furry Friends

The RSPCA NSW Glen Innes Volunteer Supporter Group has donated a new drinking fountain for pets and their owners to use when walking their furry friends in Glen Innes. This much-needed service will allow pet owners to provide their animal companions with fresh...

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Online RFS Tool To Notify Everyone

Online RFS Tool To Notify Everyone

Residents and landholders are reminded of the requirement to notify fire agencies before lighting hazard reductions and pile burns. A Rural Fire Service (RFS) online portal provides NSW residents the ability to notify fire services quickly and easily when they are...

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Housing Consultation in Uralla

Housing Consultation in Uralla

Uralla Shire Council is hosting a Drop-in Community Consultation this Wednesday at the Uralla Bowling Club as part of their Local Housing Strategy development. Council is calling for the community to have their say on the future of housing in their community. The...

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Tigers Blow Finals Chance While Hawks Fly

Tigers Blow Finals Chance While Hawks Fly

Tingha Tigers faint hopes of making the Group 19 Rugby League Finals Series took a hit on Saturday when they were knocked over by competition leaders Armidale Rams 46-16 at Bob Ward Oval. The Tigers were sitting a game out of the top 4 and needed to win to keep their...

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Ayers Blows Wind Up Barnaby

Ayers Blows Wind Up Barnaby

Assistant Minister for Trade Senator Tim Ayers believes when it comes to energy generation, New England MP Barnaby Joyce doesn't know much about it. In an item in the Northern Daily Leader, Mr Ayers was examining Mr Joyce’s rejection of renewable energy projects and...

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Officer Issued an Interim ADVO

Officer Issued an Interim ADVO

A Police Sergeant attached to a Western Region Command, who fronted Inverell Local court last week, has had his bail conditions continued but has also been served an interim Apprehended Domestic Violence Order. The 50-year-old police officer faces two counts of...

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Saints Secure Home Grand Final

Saints Secure Home Grand Final

The Inverell Saints have secured the AFL Northwest minor premiership and a home-ground grand final after thumping the Tamworth Swans by 81 points at Varley Oval on Saturday. The Saints were dominant from the start with captain Hayden Chappel booting four goals while...

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