Up to 160,000 people could lose NDIS support under sweeping reforms — with regional communities expected to feel the impact most.
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Posted inAged Care, Inverell
McLean Care home support to be taken over by Australian Unity
The first part of transitioning McLean Care services to new companies is complete, with Australian Unity being appointed to take over CHSP services.
Posted inGrants and funding, Inverell
Grant writing workshop for Inverell residents and local organisations
Inverell residents can sharpen their grant writing skills at a hands-on workshop aimed at boosting local funding success.
Posted inFire, Local News
New England in focus as bushfire taskforce ramps up hazard reduction
A new state government taskforce is targeting high-risk areas as part of a broader push to accelerate hazard reduction and strengthen bushfire preparedness.
Posted inAgriculture, Moree, What's on
Moree on a Plate returns to showcase region’s rich food culture
The rich black soil plains of Moree will once again take centre stage next month, with the return of the much-loved Moree on a Plate Food and Wine Festival on Saturday, May 9.
Posted inCrime, Tamworth Regional
Drunk driver charged for crash near Tamworth
A woman has been charged after allegedly driving with a high-range blood alcohol level almost five times the legal limit before a crash that left a man seriously injured near Tamworth.
Posted inArmidale, Parenting and kids
Calling all book lovers: Armidale Rotary Book Fair returns with thousands of bargains
Armidale’s annual Rotary Book Fair returns in May, offering thousands of discounted books and raising funds for local charities and community groups.
Posted inCrime, Inverell
Inverell man charged after alleged firearm threats
An Inverell man has been charged after allegedly threatening two residents with a firearm and later being arrested by police.
Posted inDisability, Gunnedah, Sport and fitness events
Challenge swimming carnival returns to Gunnedah
More than 250 people will head to Gunnedah for a full day of racing, novelty events and community at the annual swim carnival for people with disabilities.
Posted inAgriculture, Cost of Living, North Coast
30 cents more on weekly shop to deliver $1m more for local farmers
Households will pay about 30 cents more a week for milk after Norco moved to increase what it pays local dairy farmers, delivering an estimated $1 million a month back into local communities.