WEEKEND LONG READ: Much has been said about a High Court judgement this week relating to what climate impacts should be included in planning decisions. The backlash and election timing could shut Scope 3 emissions out of planning permanently and give workers and communities the confidence they desperately seek.
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Posted inBusiness, Good News, Local News, Small Business Month 2026
SBM26: Trusted excellence
Today we’re celebrating three local businesses that are trusted as the best in their field – medical equipment, hydraulics and diesel mechanic, and a graphic designer so good we use her ourselves.
Posted inAwards, Business, Good News, Uralla
Uralla’s Bolt Inn wins two statewide dining awards
Uralla’s Bolt Inn has taken out two honours at the NSW Restaurant and Catering Awards, winning Best Restaurant in a Pub/Club – Regional NSW and Best Family Dining in a Pub – Regional NSW.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Local News, Small Business Month 2026
SBM26: Three types of well
Today we’re celebrating three local businesses that keep the New England well fed, well minded and well supported.
Posted inBusiness, Feature, Narrabri
Narrabri to host regional investment forum aimed at driving jobs and economic growth
Narrabri will host regional business and investment leaders this month to explore opportunities for economic growth, innovation and job creation.
Posted inBusiness, Feature, Local News, Money, Social issues and services
Smaller banks baulk at regional branch plan
An alliance of regional banks and mutual funds has trashed an industry plan to use multi-bank hubs to salvage face-to-face banking in the bush, saying it will fail customers.
Posted inBusiness, Narrabri Shire, What's on
Narrabri lines up six free events for Small Business Month
Six free workshops and events, from AI to cash flow to tourism, are coming to Narrabri this October for Small Business Month. Here is what is on and when.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Local News, Small Business Month 2026
SBM26: Aaah, clink, vroom
Today we’re celebrating three local businesses that keep the New England confident, happy and looking good.
Posted inFeature, Good News, Narrabri, Tourism
Narrabri’s pink slug goes giant and global
It survived the Black Summer fires, it glows hot pink, and now the whole world is talking about it. Narrabri’s rare slug could soon get a giant monument and be the next Big Thing.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Local News, Small Business Month 2026
SBM26: Stay, talk, romance
Today we’re highlighting three creative and caring mums that keep the New England talking, reading and caring.