Residents in more townships across Glen Innes Severn Council will soon have easier access to medical appointments, shopping and other essential services, with Council expanding its Access Bus service to Emmaville, Glencoe, Red Range and Deepwater.
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Posted inArmidale, Good News, Social issues and services
Community rallies behind NESS’s Winter Warmth Drive
As temperatures continue to drop across the region, New England Support Services (NESS) is calling on the community to help ensure nobody faces winter without a warm blanket.
Posted inMoree, What's on
PWA brings big-time wrestling action to Moree
Moree is set to experience the spectacle of live professional wrestling for the first time this weekend, with Pro Wrestling Australia (PWA) bringing some of the country’s top wrestling talent to Moree Memorial Hall this Saturday, 13 June.
Posted inAgribusiness, Agriculture, Local News
GLENRAC welcomes funding boost for Farming Forecaster project
Landholders across the Northern Tablelands are set to benefit from a new wave of real-time agricultural data, following the announcement of more than $1.7 million in Landcare funding under the NSW Government’s Landcare Enabling Program.
Posted inGlen Innes, What's on
Get ready for a very Wuthering Solstice in Glen Innes
The Australian Standing Stones will be awash with red and black this winter solstice as locals gather to channel their inner Kate Bush for Glen Innes’ first-ever Wuthering Heights Day.
Posted inEnvironment, Narrabri Shire
Mount Kaputar’s pink wonder emerges after the rain
On a cold, grey day atop Mount Kaputar, a group of adults found themselves peering into the undergrowth with the excitement of children on a treasure hunt. The object of their search wasn’t rare gold or a hidden landmark, but a bright pink slug found nowhere else on Earth.
Posted inArts, Education, Glen Innes
Glen Innes opens doors to new School of Arts & Music
The old Severn Shire Council building on Bourke Street will open its doors to the public this month, giving residents their first look at its transformation into a new School of Arts & Music designed to become a creative hub for the Glen Innes community.
Posted inArmidale, Good News, Indigenous
Strong turnout for Armidale’s 15th Reconciliation Bridge Walk despite wet forecast
Around 300 people gathered in Armidale on Sunday, May 31, for the 15th Annual Reconciliation Bridge Walk, braving a forecast of “cold with intermittent rain” to take part in the community event marking National Reconciliation Week.
Posted inWalcha, What's on
Walcha wraps itself in colour as community yarn bombing project returns
Trees in Walcha are set to receive a colourful winter makeover as locals of all ages come together for the second year of the town’s growing yarn bombing project.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Tamworth
$35 million transformation underway at Wests as iconic Tamworth club enters new era
One of Tamworth’s most recognisable venues is undergoing a major transformation, with a multi-stage redevelopment set to deliver a completely refreshed experience for members, guests and visitors.