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RK Crosby
RK Crosby is a broadcaster, journalist and pollster, and publisher of the New England Times.
Posted inMental Health, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure, Tamworth
Cumberland tragedy raises questions about security at Banksia
The escape of two patients from a Sydney mental health facility has prompted NSW upper house member Mark Banasiak to demand urgent answers from the Government about staffing and security at Tamworth’s Banksia Mental Health Unit
Posted inAged Care, Business, Gunnedah, Guyra, Inverell
Calls for better communication and transparency around McLean Care
The shock and concern following the announcement that Inverell based McLean Care would be exiting the aged care business continue to ripple through the community, with calls for greater transparency and more information.
Posted inCrime, Moree, NSW Politics
Australian-first crime fighting drone trial takes flight in Moree
An Australian-first drone trial underway in Moree is helping frontline police prevent, disrupt and respond to crime in the community.
Posted inAgriculture, Entertainment, National News
Farm Table launches new digital hub for Australian agriculture
Farm Table has officially launched FarmTable.TV, a dedicated national platform bringing together podcasts, video content and storytelling from across Australian agriculture and regional communities.
Posted inGlen Innes, Health
BreastScreen NSW in Glen Innes and coming soon to a town near you
The BreastScreen NSW mobile screening van is currently in Glen Innes, before heading to Tingha, Bundarra, Guyra and then Armidale.
Posted inCommunity action, Federal Politics, Local News, New England Electorate
Joyce party switch triggers resurgence of Voices
A renewed community movement is taking shape across the New England electorate, with Voices of New England officially regrouping and committing to strengthening active democracy in the lead up to the 2028 Federal Election.
Posted inArmidale, Business
Business as usual for Barbecues Galore Armidale while national chain restructures
It is business as usual at Barbecues Galore Armidale despite the national chain entering receivership this week
Posted inObituary, Uralla Shire
Tributes flow for Uralla Shire Councillor Lone Petrov
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.
Posted inBusiness, 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.