Gwydir Shire mayor John Coulton, his brother, Federal member for Parkes Mark Coulton, and their cousin, Gwydir Shire councillor Dave Coulton, are all set to retire from political life.
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Fire trail upgrades at Hanging Rock
The community of Hanging Rock will be better protected from bushfires with a $1.15 million fire trail project around the village.
Nundle’s hills of pain continue
The Hills of Gold wind farm proposal in Nundle has been one of the most controversial renewable energy developments in the country, and the fight is set to continue.
$11.5 million safety boost for Oxley Highway
The NSW Government is investing $11.5 million to improve safety on a six-kilometre stretch of the Oxley Highway, west of Gunnedah.
Armidale’s Transport Museum faces uphill battle
The development of Armidale’s Australian Transport Museum is currently facing an uncertain future following a rejected grant application.
NSW Speed Adviser app update to boost safety at level crossings
As part of Rural Road Safety Month, the NSW Government has unveiled a major update to its Speed Adviser App.
Ancient artifacts unearthed at new NERAM exhibition
A creative writing workshop and archaeological talk will be run in conjunction with NERAM’s newest exhibition.
State’s pest problem explodes
Funding to fight off biosecurity threats must be a top priority as the true cost of the state’s growing pests and weeds problem is exposed.
Bright night to cherish community
Giving, doing, caring, achieving, service: all words that headline the reasons behind this year’s Inverell and Tingha NAIDOC Award winners.
Tamworth to host public hearing on healthcare funding
The Special Commission of Inquiry into Healthcare Funding will hold public hearings in Tamworth from 17 to 20 September 2024 at Tamworth Local Court. The public hearings provide an opportunity […]
