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Welcome to the news corner, your one-stop destination for staying updated with all the latest that’s going on in our community.

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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...
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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Aussies Earn Rest After South African tour

Aussies Earn Rest After South African tour

The Australian Deaf Rugby Team have wrapped up their tour of South Africa going down in the final of the International 10's tournament 33-17 to England on Friday. The team, coached by former Inverell Highlanders Captain Coach Dave Kearsey, had gone through undefeated...

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Moylan’s First Notice of Motion

Moylan’s First Notice of Motion

Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan wasted no time getting into his new role by putting forward a Notice of Motion during the sitting of State Parliament last week. While taking to the floor of the Chamber on Friday, the MP moved a General Business Notice of...

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ACCC Warning

ACCC Warning

The ACCC is investigating the safety of aftermarket children’s car seat head straps and baby bottle self-feeding devices, after the Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones issued Safety Warning Notices for each of the products. The safety warning notices warn consumers of...

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Ride for Sick Kids 2024

Ride for Sick Kids 2024

About 25 cyclists will ride more than 500km from Glen Innes to Newcastle to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House Charities. The Inverell Times reports It is the 20th anniversary of the Ride for Sick Kids which aims to raise about $200,000 each year, with the...

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Mexican and Margs Trivia Night

Mexican and Margs Trivia Night

The Bingara Central School P&C Association are holding a Trivia Night next week to raise funds for the Bingara Central School. The evening, being held at the Roxy Theatre, promises to be a fun-filled one with the theme for the event being ‘Mexican and Margs’. The...

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Highlanders Win Kookaburra Cup

Highlanders Win Kookaburra Cup

The Inverell Highlanders Men’s First Grade team have won the Kookaburra Cup after defeating the Scone Brumbies in Central North Rugby competition over the weekend. The Highlanders trounced the Brumbies with a massive 50-20 win, which has secured the team in the top 4...

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Inverell FC on Top of Competition Ladder

Inverell FC on Top of Competition Ladder

The Inverell FC Premier League 1st Grade Team have now positioned themselves at the top of the competition ladder just weeks before the finals after downing Armidale Westside United FC on the weekend. It was a tight match though the Inverell side crossed the line 2-1...

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