Police are appealing for assistance to locate a woman missing from the state’s west. Toni Barnden, aged 31, was last seen about 4:12pm Monday 7 July 2025 on Balo Street, Moree. Unable to be located or contacted since, officers from New England Police District were...
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New Grants to Help Bush Connectivity
The Regional Tech Hub has announced a new grants program, offering up to $3000 to community groups across rural, regional and remote Australia. The Connect Grants are open to grassroots projects that help people navigate the complex world of phone and internet...
Calls for People to Come Forward to Assist Investigations into Alleged Child Abuse at Local School
Shine Lawyers is calling for witnesses to assist an investigation into claims of historical child abuse which allegedly took place at Gilgai Public school in the early 2000’s. Solicitors would like to speak to any former students or staff members at Gilgai Public...
Fuel Theft at Mt Russell
New England Police are investigating the theft of fuel from Mt Russell this week. Police say $160 worth of diesel fuel or 80 litres has been reported stolen from Mt Russell Rd, sometime between 5:30pm Monday and 7:30 on Tuesday. Anyone with information about this...
Respected Emmaville Man Passes Away Aged 102
The Emmaville community is mourning the loss of a well-respected figure who was a driving force behind the Emmaville Mining Museum. Roy Wells, a proud World War Two veteran and one of the most respected elders in the region, has passed away aged 102. In 2022, Mr Wells...
Man Dies Following Bat Bite
NSW Health has issued a warning to residents not to touch bats following the death of a man in his 50’s from Northern NSW. The man was the first confirmed case of lyssavirus in NSW and had been bitten by a bat several months ago and received treatment following the...
Farmers to Debate Food Future
Feral animals, regional airlines, farm data and artificial intelligence are just some of the topics up for debate as NSW Farmers gears up for its Annual Conference this month. More than 250 farmers are set to descend on Sydney’s Rosehill Gardens Racecourse on 22–23...
Local Businesses Encouraged to Nominate
Entries are now open for the Business NSW - New England Northwest Business Awards 2025. Business NSW says from innovative products and services to outstanding customer service and community involvement, the awards celebrate every aspect of business excellence. There...
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The Tingha Community has been requesting the upgrading of facilities within the town. Council has listened and is preparing a Master Plan for the Tingha township. Phase 1 is the proposed upgrade of the park on New Valley Rd, opposite the Tingha Sport & Recreation...
