Voters repeatedly highlighted not only the quality of the finished product but also the experience of dealing with the business from start to finish.
Lia Edwards
Lia Edwards is a staff writer for the New England Times.
Posted inCrime, Feature, NSW News, Petitions
More than 5,000 back call for tougher laws on illegal dirt bikes and e-scooters
The “Back the Blue — Not the Bike” petition was launched by Tanya Penfold and argues that current laws leave police with limited options to stop riders of stolen, unregistered and uninsured vehicles who flee from officers and endanger the public.
Posted inArmidale, Awareness Events
Armidale community to unite for Vinnies NSW Community Sleepout
Armidale residents will sleep outdoors on 28 August to raise funds supporting local homelessness, housing hardship services statewide.
Posted inIndigenous, Parenting and kids, Tamworth
Tamworth community invited to celebrate NAIDOC Week together
Tamworth community members are invited to celebrate 50 years of NAIDOC at a family fun day this Wednesday.
Posted inGrants and funding, Tamworth
Tamworth seeks government support to bridge Aquatic Centre funding shortfall
Tamworth Regional Council is seeking additional NSW and Australian government funding after the Aquatic Centre project’s cost increased to $68.3 million.
Posted inGeneral News
$290m upgrade for regional coaches
NSW TrainLink’s biggest coach upgrade in over a decade is here, with $290 million buying more services, modern amenities and a fresh sunset orange look across regional NSW.
Posted inGrants and funding, NSW News, Sport
Rugby grants open for round two
Rugby clubs and councils across NSW can now apply for a share of $2.15 million in World Cup legacy funding, with grants of up to $150,000 on offer. Applications close 14 August.
Posted inEntertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
One week until Tamworth’s 26th Hats Off To Country Festival
Cooler weather, hotter lineup. Tamworth’s 26th Hats Off To Country kicks off 10 July with Amber Lawrence, Brendan Radford, The Bushwackers and more than 50 events across the city.
Posted inBusiness, Local News
Regional Australia Bank completes merger with Summerland Bank
Regional Australia Bank has officially merged with Summerland Bank. Here’s what it means for the 49-branch, 450-staff regional network, and for members’ everyday banking.
Posted inGrants and funding, Moree, Sport and fitness events
Go rowing in Moree this weekend
Newcomers and former rowers alike are being invited to hit the water at the Moree Water Ski Park this weekend, with the free Come and Try Rowing Weekend backed by new funding from Moree Plains Shire Council.