The shutdown of the 3G network has been delayed after Australia's telcos came under fire over public safety risks. Telstra and Optus jointly announced the companies would delay the 3G closure until October 28. Both telcos had been preparing to switch off from the end...
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Three Charged After Investigation into Drug Supply in Moree
Three people have been charged following an investigation into the supply of prohibited drugs in the Moree area. In June 2024, officers attached to New England Police District established Strike Force Bullshark to investigate the supply of prohibited drugs in the...
Hubs To Help Energy Transition
A new campaign calling for the Federal government to invest in ‘Local Energy Hubs’ has kicked off using three regional Australian farmers' experience with the shift to renewable energy. Local Energy Hubs would be physical drop-in centres, staffed by well-networked,...
Annual Meteor Shower Dazzles Stargazers
Stargazers have been looking towards the skies in recent nights to observe Perseid meteor shower. The Perseid meteor shower, commonly known as the Perseids, is visible annually from mid-July to late August. The Perseids result from Earth passing through debris — bits...
Proposed Windfarm Project Withdrawn
A wind farm that was proposed for north-west New South Wales is one of many that may never be operational, according to an energy expert. Ark Energy, which was behind a bid to build a 55-turbine Doughboy Wind Farm, 50 kilometres east of Armidale, said in a statement...
Regional Sheriffs Walk Out on Job
Sheriffs from Tenterfield and Glen Innes have undertaken Industrial Action and walked off the job over pay and staffing issues, resulting in all listings now being moved to Armidale. Glen Innes Courthouse According to an article in the Inverell Times, Sue Dakin of...
Gwydir Among 12 LWU’s to Monitor Water Sources
Water NSW has partnered 12 local water utilities (LWU) across regional NSW to monitor water sources, establishing baseline water quality to help communities improve knowledge and management of drinking water supplies. Among the 12 LWUs was the Gwydir Shire, with Water...
Submissions for Local Govt Candidacy Due Today
Prospective candidates have until midday today to submit their nominations for the upcoming 2024 NSW Local Government elections. Inverell Shire Mayor Paul Harmon has confirmed he will run at the next Local Government Elections Nomination is the process by which...
Science Week 2024
Kids in NSW will be enjoying astronomy evenings, slime making workshops and robotics labs during Science Week 2024 across NSW. This year’s Science Week from the 10 to the 19th September will see events scheduled across every corner of the state with this year’s theme...









