Work has begun to upgrade a dangerous level crossing south of Quirindi as part of a $1.2 million trial aimed at improving level crossing safety in regional and remote areas.
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Posted inEducation, Gunnedah, NSW Politics, Tamworth, Youth
Government dodges questions while children soil their pants
Parents and students from a number of high schools in the region have come forward about dehumanising and humiliating practices around toilet access, but the NSW Government is refusing to answer questions.
Posted inLocal politics, Money, NSW Politics
Country mayors demand action as cost shifting hits $1.5 billion
Country mayors across New South Wales have renewed calls for urgent reform after a new report revealed councils are absorbing $1.5 billion a year in costs offloaded by State and Federal governments
Posted inArmidale, Business
East Mall ‘gem’ wins Best Book Store
A beloved staple of Armidale’s East Mall has been recognised as the region’s literary heart, with Readers Companion winning Best Book Store
Posted inAgriculture, Education
Boost for next gen farmers as call goes out for next gen farming leaders
NSW Farmers is encouraging young people to upskill in agriculture as it prepares for a leadership changeover at their forthcoming conference.
Posted inArmidale, Business, Housing, Uralla
Two builders take out top honour in Best in the New England awards
Voters in this year’s Best in the New England awards could not separate two outstanding local builders, with Mitch Cooper Building and Integrity New Homes Armidale tying for the title of Best Builder.
Posted inArts, Good News, Tamworth, What's on
Hats Off To Country brings new music, big laughs and plenty of heart this weekend
Hats Off To Country is taking over Tamworth this weekend, and while it may be smaller and cooler than its January cousin, there’s no shortage of star power, singalongs or standout new music.
Posted inHealth, NSW Politics, Wee Waa
Independent review delivers roadmap for Wee Waa health services
A long-awaited independent review into the Wee Waa Health Service has delivered 20 recommendations aimed at ensuring the local community has access to safe and high-quality care.
Posted inBusiness, Inverell, Women
Best Gym “more than a gym” for Inverell mums
Inclusive and non-judgemental support for mums has won Reignite Women’s Fitness the title of ‘Best Gym’ this year.
Posted inAgriculture, Federal Politics, National News
Trump tariffs have little impact as Australian red meat exports smash records
Australia’s red meat sector has shrugged off US tariffs to deliver record-breaking export volumes across beef, mutton, and lamb