New England Times News Desk, Author at New England Times

Tripling bulk billing won’t increase GP numbers: Marshall

by New England Times News DeskNovember 3, 2023

Adam Marshall has welcomed an announcement this week by the Federal Government tripling the bulk billing incentive, but says it will do little for people in rural areas with little or no access to a GP.

Health, Tamworth

Anderson frustrated by delay on Tamworth PET scan

by New England Times News DeskNovember 2, 2023

Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson says the Labor Government’s commitment to deliver a PET Scan to Tamworth Hospital by the end of 2023 is on shaky ground

Gunnedah

Morgan Engineering brings new jobs to Gunnedah

by New England Times News DeskNovember 2, 2023

Hunter Valley based company, Morgan Engineering, is expanding its operations into Gunnedah – bringing new jobs, and around-the-clock support for local mines.

Awards, Health

Local health organisation finalist in national awards

by New England Times News DeskNovember 1, 2023

Local non profit HealthWISE has been named as a finalist for two National Rural and Remote Health Awards.

Emergency management

Update: Tenterfield fires still causing concern

by New England Times News DeskNovember 1, 2023

There are now 8 fires causing concern around Tenterfield, although only one – the Christies Fire in the Jennings/Wallangarra area – is still at Emergency Warning level

Emergency management, Tenterfield Shire

Evacuation centres established as fires surround Tenterfield

by New England Times News DeskOctober 31, 2023

There are now 7 fires in the Tenterfield area with Emergency warnings, the greatest concern being the fire at Jennings/Wallangarra.

Armidale, Local festivals and shows

Black Gully Festival returns to Armidale

by New England Times News DeskOctober 31, 2023

The Black Gully Festival is set to kick off on Saturday, November 11th, in the scenic Black Gully Reserve in Armidale.

Emergency management, Tenterfield Shire

Multiple fire alerts for Tenterfield LGA

by New England Times News DeskOctober 31, 2023

There are now four fires in the Tenterfield local government area at Emergency alert level, with a number of properties being threatened near Woodside, Jennings, and Tabulam.