Local councils across the New England are preparing for the next phase of single use plastic phase outs, as the NSW Government moves to further reduce plastic waste under the NSW Plastics Plan 2.0.
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Posted inConsultations and feedback, Energy, National News
AEMO releases draft roadmap for national energy transition for consultation
AEMO’s Draft 2026 ISP is open for consultation until 13 February 2026 and will be finalised by June 2026.
Posted inLocal politics, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
New road categorisation system a win for councils
Local councils across the New England can look forward to a smoother ride ahead, with the NSW Government unveiling a new, modern road recategorisation system
Posted inHealth, NSW Politics
More voices added to call for better rural health
Calls for urgent, practical reform of rural healthcare have intensified this past week, with the Country Mayor’s Association formally backing the Better Care, Closer to Home Alliance push for a new Rural Health Action Plan
Posted inAwareness Events, Domestic Violence, Federal Politics, NSW Politics, Women
Big investment in DV services on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women has brought a major focus to government investment and community action this year, with both state and federal governments announcing significant funding aimed at preventing violence
Posted inArmidale, Business, Investigation, Uralla
J&K Auto Repairs comes to you to keep you moving
A new mobile mechanic business is bringing convenience, reliability and a friendly local touch to drivers right across the New England
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Investigation, Tamworth
The livestock owners dream: new rural sitting services finds a niche and gives locals back freedom
Tamworth’s newest small business has hit the ground running, with The Rural Sitter quickly becoming an essential service for locals juggling the demands of animals, property and the realities of rural life.
Posted inAgriculture, Armidale, Environment, Narrabri, Science and Research, Uralla
World’s best climate-smart farmers under threat from science cuts
Australian farmers have been confirmed as the world’s leading climate-smart producers in the same week the Government moves to cut the CSIRO scientists that help them do it.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Guyra, Investigation
Ushers Ag Services backs local farmers with the (not that) big jobs
A new Guyra business is stepping up to help farmers with the jobs the big operators are not interested in doing.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Investigation, Uralla, Weddings
Homestead Road Bridal Co brings designer elegance to Uralla
Uralla’s newest boutique, Homestead Road Bridal Co, is bringing a touch of designer glamour to country weddings, offering luxurious made-to-order and preloved gowns in a warm and welcoming rural setting.