Walcha’s industrial heart has a fresh energy with Linmac Co, a locally owned engineering and steel fabrication business, now under new ownership.
Kath Jacobs
Kath Jacobs is a senior journalist and manager at New England Times. Got a story for me? Email kathj@netimes.com.au
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Investigation, Local News
Green shoots as new businesses flourish across the New England
New England Times Investigates is unpacking some of the dynamics and forces driving the new business boom, and meeting some of the new business owners having a go.
Posted inArmidale, Education
University of New England teams up with Maccas for uni credits
The University of New England (UNE) has joined forces with McDonald’s Australia to recognise workplace training as university credit, helping thousands of Macca’s employees nationwide take their next step into higher education.
Posted inGood News, Grants and funding, Narrabri, Roads and Infrastructure
Community lobbying pays off with Rangari Road to be completed
Persistent community lobbying has paid off, with the final unsealed section of Rangari Road set to be completed under a $9 million investment from the NSW Government.
Posted inArmidale, Energy, National News
Solar power free for all in the middle of the day
New Englanders with smart meters installed may soon be able to use electricity free of charge for three hours a day under a new plan designed to spread the benefits of renewable energy.
Posted inArmidale, Lifestyle, Local festivals and shows, Sustainable Living
Line up locked in for this weekend’s Black Gully Festival
The 2025 program features a vibrant mix of live performances across two stages, with genres ranging from jazz and salsa to rock and soul.
Posted inEnergy, Regional Development, Walcha
Clean Energy Council fails to consult with farmer groups on decommissioning model
The Clean Energy Council (CEC) has unveiled a national model for decommissioning large scale renewable energy projects, but it appears the industry body did not consult any farmer groups while developing the proposal it says is designed to “protect farmers”.
Posted inAgriculture, Energy, Mining and Resources, Narrabri, NSW Politics
Minns considers compulsory land acquisition to progress Narrabri Gas Project
NSW Premier Chris Minns has said his government will consider compulsory land acquisition to push forward the Narrabri Gas Project, drawing strong condemnation from NSW Farmers.
Posted inGeneral News
Farmer confidence up as harvest gets into full swing in the New England
Farmer sentiment across New South Wales has rallied sharply as this year’s winter harvest gets into full swing, with growers in the New England among those reporting renewed optimism about […]
Posted inFundraiser, Good News, Gunnedah
New Englanders asked to share the Christmas spirit with the Salvos
It’s not yet November, but the Christmas appeals have begun with the Salvos readying for a big demand as the tough economic conditions make this time of year a bit harder for many of our neighbours.