Political operatives around the region are not surprised, and are not changing any of their campaign plans, in response to the news that the Member for New England Barnaby Joyce is now an Independent.
RK Crosby
RK Crosby is a broadcaster, journalist and pollster, and publisher of the New England Times.
Posted inBusiness, Glen Innes, Investigation, Tamworth
Thistles and Tin brings a bit of bling with a lot of fun
A Glen Innes and Tamworth based jewellery team is brightening days and turning heads across the New England
Posted inFederal Politics, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
Labor abandons controversial plan to drop speed limits on rural roads
Federal Government has quietly abandoned its proposal to cut default speed limits on unsigned country roads, following overwhelming backlash from regional Australia.
Posted inBusiness, Local News
From the lab to leadership: Stephanie Cameron new regional director for business
Stephanie Cameron has been appointed the New England North West Regional Director for peak business advocacy body Business NSW
Posted inArmidale, Business, Investigation, Uralla
J&K Auto Repairs comes to you to keep you moving
A new mobile mechanic business is bringing convenience, reliability and a friendly local touch to drivers right across the New England
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Investigation, Tamworth
The livestock owners dream: new rural sitting services finds a niche and gives locals back freedom
Tamworth’s newest small business has hit the ground running, with The Rural Sitter quickly becoming an essential service for locals juggling the demands of animals, property and the realities of rural life.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Guyra, Investigation
Ushers Ag Services backs local farmers with the (not that) big jobs
A new Guyra business is stepping up to help farmers with the jobs the big operators are not interested in doing.
Posted inLocal News, New England Times Engage Poll, Politics
Barnaby, it’s time to go
The latest New England Times Engage Poll has found that Barnaby Joyce has chosen the right time to move on, with New Englanders grateful for his service, but not wanting him to change his mind and contest the next election. Nor join One Nation.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Investigation, Uralla, Weddings
Homestead Road Bridal Co brings designer elegance to Uralla
Uralla’s newest boutique, Homestead Road Bridal Co, is bringing a touch of designer glamour to country weddings, offering luxurious made-to-order and preloved gowns in a warm and welcoming rural setting.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Business, Investigation
Home studio blossoms into business for Armidale artist
Armidale artist Robyn Markey has turned a lifetime of creativity into a full time business, building Robyn Markey Art from her home studio and a deep love of still life and flowers.