Two offenders have been arrested in relation to the theft of a motor vehicle from a work depot in Burtenshaw Rd, Inverell during the early hours of Sunday morning. The stolen vehicle was then involved in a collision with a dwelling on Macintyre Street later that...
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Local Schools Hold Annual Events This Evening
Macintyre High School’s P & C will once again be hosting the very successful Taste of Macintyre this evening. Locals are invited to enjoy a fabulous alfresco dining experience, featuring foods to tantalise the tastebuds from around the world such as curries,...
Total Fire Ban Declared for Region
The NSW Rural Fire Service has declared a Total Fire Ban for the Inverell, Glen Innes and Tenterfield Local Government Areas (LGA) due to an Extreme Fire Danger Conditions — meaning fire conditions are highly dangerous and any fire could spread rapidly. What you...
Coalition’s Fuel Cap Bill Knocked Down by NSW Government
The NSW Coalitions proposed Bill to cap fuel prices in a 24-hour period has been rejected by the Minns Labor government. On Tuesday, the Liberals and Nationals sought to urgently debate new legislation that would introduce a 24-hour fuel price guarantee, providing...
Fire Permits Suspended
Fire permits have been suspended for the Gwydir, Uralla and Armidale Local Government Areas. The suspension of the permits is due to the High Fire danger ratings, dry conditions and elevated winds. This measure is being taken to reduce the risk of fires starting and...
HESTA Launches Search for Australia’s Early Childhood Education Champions
The search for Australia's most outstanding early childhood educators is underway with nominations opening today for the 2026 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards. Now in its 12th year, the awards celebrate the dedication and innovation of educators and...
Inverell Vet Nurse Helen Spry Recognised with Inaugural Buddy Giving Program Award
Australian-based international veterinary charity Vets Beyond Borders (VBB) will deploy its first veterinary team to Papua New Guinea (PNG) in April 2026, marking a significant milestone in its expansion across the Pacific. Among the volunteers heading to PNG is...
Council Defers Proposed Bukkalla Feedlot Decision
Inverell Shire Councillors have deferred a decision on a proposed feedlot at Bukkulla to the April Council meeting. A Development Application has been received seeking Council consent for the construction and operation of a 999-head feedlot on the Ashford Road at...
E-bike Seizure and Crushing Powers to Become Law
Laws giving NSW Police and Transport for NSW new powers to seize and crush illegal e-bikes were introduced to NSW parliament yesterday, as part of the Minns Labor Government’s crackdown on dangerous and anti-social e-bike use. The Road Transport Amendment...
