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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...

New Initiative for Disadvantaged Individuals of Inverell

Inverell locals are set to receive a highly acclaimed initiative funded by the NSW Government aimed at giving disadvantaged individuals Employment Opportunities throughout the region. Local organisation Pathfinders in conjunction with Ace Community Colleges and...

Highlander’s Discipline Needs Cleaning Up after Loss

Discipline has cost the Inverell Highlanders dearly in their 35-31-point loss to Quirindi Lions at Rugby Park on Saturday in Central North Rugby weekend action. The Highlanders led 19-15 at halftime and by 4 points with minutes to go before a penalty try was awarded...

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Hawks Score Late Tries to Swoop the Tigers

The Inverell Hawks have stormed home to claim the local derby against the Tingha Tigers 30-20 at Varley Oval in Round 5 action in the Group 19 Rugby League competition. The Tigers got out to a 20-10 lead during the second half before the Hawks rallied to claim the...

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Inverell F.C Claim Huge Victory Over Woolgoolga

In what Coach Damian Shutz has described as one of the best games he’s been part of, Inverell F.C have knocked over Woolgoolga United in the first round of the Northern NSW Regional Super League, played at the sports Complex on Saturday. In a physical affair, Inverell...

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Local Breast cancer Groups to Donate to Men

The Inverell Breast Cancer Support Group are expanding their hand-outs to include men who are battling a cancer journey. Announced at their Mother’s Day Luncheon last week, Group President Trish Keitley says after being approached by several members of the community...

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Invincible Red Claims Cup

In racing news, the Tamworth trained Invincible Red has upset the fancied runners in the Glen Innes Cup. The $13 pop found open air down the middle of the track to storm to victory from the Yvette Lewis ridden Macleay. The win gave jockey Mikayla Weir a winning double...

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Weekend Off for Inverell Saints

In AFL Northwest, the Inverell Saints will have a quiet weekend having the round 2 bye. In games scheduled for tomorrow, the New England Nomads will host last year’s grand finalists the Tamworth Swans at Bellevue Oval. It will be the first time we see the Swans in...

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Inverell F.C Prepared for Tilt at Inaugural Super League

Inverell F.C will make their first appearance in the inaugural Northern NSW Regional Super League tomorrow when they host Woolgoolga United at the Sports Complex. The Super League will consist of eight clubs, in two pools, from Port Macquarie, MacLeay, Coffs Harbour,...

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Hazard Burn Off Planned for Inverell

The NSW Rural Fire Service Northern Tablelands Team has advised that they’re planning a hazard reduction burn at Inverell lookout on McIlveen Rd this Saturday. The Hazard Reduction burn at the Inverell Lookout is subject to weather conditions on the day. This...

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