The latest statistics on livestock slaughtered and red meat production, which, according to Meat & Livestock Australia has confirmed a historic period for the red meat sector.

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Tamworth cereal disease researcher awarded Brownhill Cup
Tamworth based cereal pathologist Dr Steven Simpfendorfer has been awarded the 2025 Brownhill Cup for his integrated management strategies
Former Armidale student selected for prestigious ARTEXPRESS exhibition
Young artist Michi Takayama has described her selection in the ARTEXPRESS 2025 exhibition at NERAM as a significant “milestone” in her art career.
Insecticide fenitrothion to be sharply restricted following APVMA decision
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority has issued a final regulatory decision to impose wide-ranging additional restrictions on the insecticide, fenitrothion.
Strengthening regional sport: NIAS becomes part of RAS Ltd expansion
Northern Inland Academy of Sport joins a new partnership to form a unified organisation focused on enhancing high-performance pathways and development opportunities for young athletes.
TCMF partners with Keith Urban
The Tamworth Country Music Festival and global superstar Keith Urban have announced the creation of the “Keith Urban Rising Star Scholarship”.
Weed Alert: Sticky florestina spreading south
Narrabri Shire Council Biosecurity Officers have discovered that Sticky Florestina is on the march down from Queensland.
“Holy Dooly!”: Armidale man instant millionaire
The local resident held one of the four division one winning entries in last Saturday Lotto draw 4599, scoring $1,631,770.49.
NSW Farmers call for urgent update to water laws
NSW Farmers is urging an overhaul of outdated water rules, warning century-old laws fail to meet modern farming needs.
Who is ready for NightQuip on the Green?
Gunnedah is set to come alive this Monday, August 18, as Club Gunnedah hosts NightQuip on the Green- a vibrant twilight event celebrating local talent, creativity, and connection.