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Modern facility to improve outcomes for companion animals
Construction is under way for Gunnedah Shire’s new Animal Impound Facility. The multi-million-dollar facility is expected by mid-2026.
Road safety on the Newell Highway gets a boost
Drivers on the Newell Highway will soon notice the start of construction of two new Average Speed Cameras targeting heavy vehicle speeding offences.
New wave of artists set to take on The Golden Gig, sponsored by Macca’s
Australia’s youngest emerging country music talent will take the stage in January for The Golden Gig, sponsored by Macca’s, during the Toyota 54th Tamworth Country Music Festival.
Scholarship fund offers “practical support” for new ventures
Young people ready to embark on the next stage of their educational journey can get a helping hand through the Gunnedah Community Scholarship Fund.
Preseason preparedness: together, we can keep our communities safe
As the new fire season approaches, the NSW Rural Fire Service is highlighting the importance of preseason preparedness – with the recent Super AGM at Croppa Creek standing as a shining example of community spirit and collaboration.
Port of Newcastle calls for New England applicants for share of $100,000 grant funding
Port of Newcastle is encouraging charities and not-for-profits to think big and help bring their ideas to life by applying for a share of $100,000 in community grants.
Construction begins on CT scanning facility in Glen Innes
Glen Innes has commenced works to fit out the front portion of the former Essential Energy building into a purpose-built CT scanning facility.
Charges following multiple alleged pursuits across Gunnedah, assault in Armidale
Oxley Police have charged a man after he was involved in two alleged pursuits across the state’s west yesterday, while New England police have charged a man in Armidale following a king hit attack on a man celebrating a bachelor party.
Hunter New England Local Health District celebrates 2025 Excellence Awards
Hunter New England Local Health District’s dedicated staff and volunteers were recognised at the2025 Excellence Awards in Tamworth this week.