Only 58 per cent of floodplain harvesting storages in NSW were compliant as of June, and now a watchdog audit wants to know if the water take data can be trusted at all.
Business
Armidale regulator’s slow approvals slammed
A new global study says slow, costly approvals are cutting Australian farmers off from new technology, reigniting scrutiny of the Armidale-based APVMA’s slumping performance.
Tamworth Skywalk officially opens with community celebration
Tamworth’s new $18 million Skywalk is officially open, connecting Victoria Park to Oxley Scenic Lookout with a 1.5-kilometre elevated walk built for every ability.
Bird flu funding boost branded thin
A $145 million bird flu funding boost has been branded “deeply unserious” by conservationists, as the virus reaches a dolphin for the first time and NSW rolls out a native bird vaccine trial.
Manufacturers to converge on Tamworth for Future Made Forum
Workforce shortages, rising costs, and a region fighting to secure its manufacturing future. Tamworth hosts national industry leaders next week as the Future Made Forum opens for its fourth year.
92 finalists named for New England North West Business Awards
From Tamworth to Walcha, 92 businesses and individuals are finalists in this year’s regional business awards. See the full list and find out who’s in the running.
Armidale’s Gojee named world’s best small business app by Xero
An Armidale software company built inside a family earthmoving business has been named the best small business app in the world, beating some of the biggest names in the global Xero ecosystem.
Emmaville Tin Mine very close to go-time
Barely any objections, strong local support, and a company confident it will be pulling tin out of the ground by the end of 2028. Emmaville’s mining future is looking bright.
Uralla farmer leads charge as new guide maps out electrification options for regional business
Uralla producer Justin Hoad has already made the switch. Now a new guide is helping others follow his lead to electrify and save.
One Nation’s real migration plans revealed to be bigger than Labor’s
One Nation’s promise to “slash” migration to 130,000 has become a policy to increase migration to at least 230,000, live on national TV.
