A new under 10s competition has helped drive record participation at this year’s TAS Rugby Carnival, with 69 teams set to compete in Armidale later this month.
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Posted inCrime, Tamworth
High speed police pursuit in Tamworth
A high-speed chase tore through the quiet early hours of Saturday morning in Tamworth, as police pursued a driver already banned from the road until 2027.
Posted inFederal Politics, Grants and funding, Local politics, NSW News
Country mayors launch ‘Invest in Us’ campaign calling for more federal funding
Regional mayors are calling for more federal funding, launching a new “Invest in Us” campaign to support local councils and services.
Posted inFederal Politics, National News
$6.15 billion fast-tracked to support Australian businesses
The Federal Government is fast-tracking $6.15 billion to support businesses, supply chains and manufacturing amid global disruption.
Posted inLocal News, New England Times Engage Poll
Regional panel survey launched to track how local views change over time
A new large-scale community survey designed to track how opinions shift over time has been launched across Northern NSW, using a research method more commonly seen in major national studies.
Posted inGlen Innes Severn Shire, Volunteering
Community committees acknowledged for shaping local decisions
Residents interested in getting involved are being encouraged to keep an eye out for opportunities to join their local committee, as Glen Innes Severn Council looks to maintain strong community representation across the region.
Posted inCrime, Moree
Teenagers charged following counter terrorism investigation in Moree
Two teenage boys have been charged following an investigation by the NSW Joint Counter Terrorism Team (JCTT), with authorities stating there is no ongoing threat to the community.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Good News
Community rallies behind New England Bach Festival’s 2027 vision
Strong community support has set a promising tone for the New England Bach Festival’s 2027 fundraising campaign, officially launched at a well-attended concert that drew 130 supporters.
Posted inLocal News, Roads and Infrastructure, Travel
Police officers issue traffic plea for Easter long weekend
As thousands of motorists prepare to take to the roads this Easter long weekend, NSW Police are urging drivers to slow down and take extra care amid a concerning rise in road fatalities across the state.
Posted inGlen Innes Severn Shire, Youth
Youth programs key to safer communities, report finds
Glen Innes Severn Council is calling for more investment in youth programs after a regional safety report highlighted their importance.