Parkes MP Jamie Chaffey says words can hurt and words can heal, as parliament pays tribute to Dr Helen Haines. His message to Australians after the attack: “Let’s continue with kindness.”
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Posted inFeature, Glen Innes Severn Shire, Gunnedah Shire, Long Read, Moree Plains Shire, Politics, Social issues and services, Social Media, Tenterfield Shire
The cost of civility: how do we learn to disagree again?
WEEKEND LONG READ: Regular abuse online. Targeted campaigns of lies. Threats of violence, rape and even death. As Australia asks how it treats its politicians after the alleged attack on Helen Haines, local female politicians say they have been living the challenge, and agree we need to hold social media accountable – and find a way to disagree with civility.
Posted inEnergy, Technology, Uralla
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.
Posted inTamworth, Technology
Telstra maintenance to affect mobile coverage in Tamworth CBD
Telstra customers in the Tamworth CBD may experience temporary disruptions to mobile coverage while maintenance work is carried out this week.
Posted inArmidale, Awards, Business, Technology
Armidale software company named among world’s best four by Xero
An Armidale software company built inside a local earthmoving business is one of just four finalists worldwide for Xero’s top small-business app award, up against some of the biggest names in the game.
Posted inNational News, Technology
Electric vehicle sales soar during fuel price crunch
Australian motorists are voting with their feet and wallets as electric cars drive a path through the market.
Posted inBingara, Technology
Telstra to upgrade Bingara mobile coverage
Telstra customers in Bingara should prepare for a planned mobile outage on Saturday as network upgrades are completed to improve future 4G and 5G coverage.
Posted inAI, Inverell, Roads and Infrastructure, Science and Research
Could robots be the answer to New England’s crumbling roads?
Inverell is already using AI to spot cracks in its roads, but researchers are working on a robot that can find them and fix them on the spot, before they become potholes.
Posted inGlen Innes, Local politics and councils, Moree, New England Surrounds, Social issues and services, Social Media
Enough is enough: Leaders plead for civility as abuse boils over
Online abuse and offline threats are pushing local leaders to breaking point, with three local politicians this week pushing back.
Posted inEducation, Mullaley, Technology
Digital investment connects communities
The communities of Emerald Hill and Mullaley are better connected following technology upgrades at their village halls.