Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan has announced another $4 million has been committed to a significant water program in the Northern Tablelands Electorate. The Reconnecting Watercourse Country program is aimed at increasing the effectiveness of...
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Local Land Services’ Annual Farm Census Underway
NSW landholders are being asked to report their livestock numbers and land use information as part of Local Land Services’ annual farm census.The Annual Land and Stock Return collects important information that helps shape the delivery of essential animal health and...
Appeal to Locate Woman Missing from Moree
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...
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...
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...
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...
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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...
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...