Uralla Shire is mourning the loss of Councillor Leonie Christine “Lone” Petrov, who passed away in hospital on Sunday 8 February after a short illness. She was 74.
RK Crosby
RK Crosby is a broadcaster, journalist and pollster, and publisher of the New England Times.
Posted inBusiness, Feature, Glen Innes, Money, New England Surrounds
Interest rate hike risks tipping regional businesses over the edge
There are warnings last week’s interest rate hike will strip cash from small businesses, forcing owners to shelve investment, let staff go and trim budgets.
Posted inLocal politics, Money, Moree, NSW Politics, Regional Development
Moree Plains Council cautious in progressing the SAP
Moree Plains Shire Council is taking a cautious, staged approach as it moves toward the next phase of the Moree Special Activation Precinct, seeking to balance the long-term economic promise with the financial realities.
Posted inEducation, Local News, Technology
Give your unused devices to help kids learn
New England businesses are being asked to donate unused devices to help kids learn as new data reveals a growing number of young Australians are returning to the classroom without access to a computer at home.
Posted inFantastic Feb 26, Health, Tamworth
Hands on healing to calm the body and soul
Reiki, lymphatic massage and other gentle ‘hands on’ body based practices are attracting a growing number of people quietly turning to them when stress, illness or burnout refuses to shift
Posted inFederal Politics, Tamworth
Conspiracy theory of Joyce for PM gains momentum
One of the more far-fetched conspiracy theories circulating in political circles to explain the defection of Barnaby Joyce to One Nation last month was that it was part of an elaborate plan to both neutralise the party as a political threat – and ultimately elevate Joyce to the prime ministership.
Posted inBusiness, Federal Politics, Local News, Social issues and services
Barnaby wants people to drink more in pubs
As the Albanese government moved to freeze increases to the beer excise for the first time in 40 years, Barnaby Joyce argued that the excise should be scrapped completely to “save” regional pubs.
Posted inFantastic Feb 26, Health, Local News
Choosing a healthier life may not be easy, but it’s worth it
More and more, people are choosing to take control and break bad habits, whether that’s quitting smoking, vaping, drinking, or any other vice.
Posted inFantastic Feb 26, Inverell
Helping you look good and feel great this Feb
Fantastic Feb starts today! All this month we’re talking health, style. and wellbeing through local expertise, featuring insights, tips, and stories from community professionals like Sharayah Hill.
Posted inAwards, Liverpool Plains Shire
Liverpool Plains announces Australia Day awards
Liverpool Plains has announced their Australia Day award winners – see who won!