The end of the long partnership between Glen Innes Severn Council and Glen Industries witnessed by the long-term contract expiring in June of this year, represents an important change for local recycling efforts, particularly in light of emerging cost efficiencies and...
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Eastcott Explains When Gwydir Shire Council Knew of Issue with Warialda Water
Gwydir Shire Council General Manager Max Eastcott has weighed in on when Council knew of the presence of PFAS in Warialda’s water following a T.V news report last night. NBN News reported that Council knew of the presence of PFAS on 20th of November 2024 but Mr...
Warialda Water Update
An update has been provided on the investigation to elevated levels of PFAS in Warialda’s Water Supply. Gwydir Shire Council (GSC), with the support of NSW Health, will receive the test results from the bores mid-next week, with bottled water still available for...
Livestock Warning against St Johns Wort Weed
Northern Tablelands Local Land Services have issued a warning against the toxic weed St Johns Wort, a weed that is poisonous to livestock. Known for its dense clusters of bright yellow flowers, the weed produces toxins called hypericin that can cause reddening and...
Grants for Programs Addressing DV Prevention
The Minns Labor Government is continuing to invest in meaningful action to prevent domestic and family violence, opening expressions of interest for community-led primary prevention initiatives. Up to $4.25 million in grant funding is on offer to local organisations...
Hotter Than Average Weather Forecast for Region
The New England region is set to experience higher than average temperatures in the coming days leading into the working week. Temperatures will be averaging in the mid to high 30s with some parts of the region looking to reach its first 40 degree days for the season,...
Basin Community Funding to Boost Economy
An agreement between the Australian and NSW governments will see $160 million flow to NSW communities in the Murray-Darling Basin to create jobs and boost local economies. NSW is the first state to access the Australian Government’s record $300 million Sustainable...
Zero Turn Mowers Recall
A series of John Deere ZTrak zero turn mowers have been recalled due to an issue with the engine which may cause a possible fire hazard. Model numbers Z720E, Z730M, Z740R and Z760R are the recalled mowers which were sold in green and yellow between February 2018 and...
Woman Sentenced to Jail Time
A woman accused of a spate of larceny and shoplifting charges spanning across the New England has been sentenced to serve jail time. Mona Ann French appeared by audio-visual link on Monday before Magistrate Mark Richardson, who sentenced French to 10 months...
