He got bogged, then he got arrested. Read what highway patrol found in Narrabri on Saturday night.
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Posted inAgriculture, National News
New executive director for national livestock transport body
Ben Maguire has been appointed Executive Director of the national peak body for livestock and rural transport, bringing decades of experience across trucking, agriculture and the not-for-profit sector.
Posted inGood News, NSW News
Return and Earn hits 16 billion containers and $100 million for charity
Sixteen billion bottles, cans and cartons — and counting. NSW’s Return and Earn scheme has now raised more than $100 million for charities, from koala hospitals to kids’ education.
Posted inGrants and funding, NSW News
NSW multicultural festival grants now open
From Diwali to the Bonnie Wingham Scottish Festival, NSW’s multicultural grants program has funded it all. Now $1 million is up for grabs — and applications are open until 13 July.
Posted inEmergency management, Gwydir Shire
Almost $15 million boost for Namoi Gwydir emergency services
A new $13.1 million fire control centre and six firefighting vehicles have boosted emergency response capabilities across the Namoi Gwydir District.
Posted inAwards, Education, Glen Innes
Glen Innes’ Sonia Lawson recognised at 2026 TAFE NSW Gili Awards
Glen Innes’ Sonia Lawson has been named Creative Cultural Experience Services Student of the Year at the 2026 TAFE NSW Gili Awards, recognising her contribution to cultural education and community events.
Posted inUralla
Increased enforcement at level crossings in Uralla
Transport for NSW and police will target five Northern Tablelands level crossings to improve safety and deter risky behaviour.
Posted inArmidale, Education, What's on
Save the date: Inaugural Surveying Careers Day to be held in Armidale
More than 60 regional students will explore surveying careers, emerging technologies and industry opportunities at Armidale’s inaugural Surveying Careers Day.
Posted inEnvironment, Tenterfield
Tenterfield Shire Council to protect future of iconic Pin Oaks
Tenterfield Shire Council to remove 10 hazardous Pin Oaks after an independent arborist identified significant safety risks among 203 trees.
Posted inCrime, Tamworth
Man denied bail after two Tamworth police pursuits in 30 hours
Police allege a balaclava-clad driver led officers on two pursuits through Tamworth in consecutive days, crashing into fences, driving into oncoming traffic and fleeing on foot before his arrest.