Backburning operations were underway today on the Box Forest Road fire as local fire fighting crews hope to strengthen containment lines with hot weather on the way.
Lia Edwards
Lia Edwards is a staff writer for the New England Times.
Posted inGeneral News, Local News
Keeping your pets safe during tonight’s NYE fireworks
As we all begin to celebrate NYE, NSW RSPCA is reminding pet owners to help keep our furry friends safe during firework displays.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Health
Call to “give migraine a break” as new medication heads to the PBS
Migraine Australia has launched a campaign calling for the nation’s leaders to “give migraine a break” after a new medication took more than five years to get approval to be listed on the PBS.
Posted inTamworth, What's on
Biggest ever graduation starts ‘positive change’ journey for Tamworth woman
New England locals were part of the largest graduation ever at the University of Newcastle last week, including Tamworth’s Bree Elliot.
Posted inFundraiser
Salvo’s Christmas Appeal supporting local families
The Salvation Army is again calling on the local community to help provide assistance through its Christmas Appeal.
Posted inTamworth, Warialda
Bottled water available after PFAS contamination found in Warialda water supply
Free bottled water is available at the Warialda Visitor Information Centre after PFAS was found in the northern reservoir.
Posted inInverell
Inverell makes hottest 100 places in Australia to watch in 2025
Inverell has caught the eye of many looking to relocate, so it’s no wonder the country town has been named one to watch in 2025.
Posted inAged Care, Tenterfield
Tenterfield Care opens 28 new Aged Care beds
28 new aged care beds at Tenterfield Care’s Haddington Aged Care Community were opened yesterday, marking a significant milestone for the service that was in dire straits a year ago.
Posted inGunnedah
Gunnedah local fined for illegal dumping
What could have been an easy and affordable disposal of household goods has now cost one Gunnedah resident a $1000 fine for illegal dumping.
Posted inEducation, What's on
Bumper graduation season starts tomorrow
This December is shaping up to be a bumper graduation season, with our two major institutions preparing to celebrate their students’ achievements this week and next.