Horticulturist and sustainability expert Jerry Coleby-Williams will be in the New England region this November, helping locals make every drop of water count in their gardens.
Environment
Posted inEnergy, Environment, Federal Politics, Local News, Politics
Nationals unanimous in abandoning net zero
The Nationals say Australia’s commitment to net zero emissions by 2050 is driving up power prices and shutting down industry.
Posted inArmidale, Awareness Events, Guyra, Uralla, Water
It’s the week to learn how water works (literally)
New Englanders are being urged to rethink how they use water and to uncover the hidden ways it flows through everyday life as part of National Water Week 2025
Posted inAgriculture, Environment, Guyra, Training and courses
Cool climate permaculture workshops in Guyra invite hands-on learning
Gardeners, foragers and curious learners alike are being invited to roll up their sleeves this November for Cool Climate Permaculture 2025, a series of hands-on workshops at the Guyra Neighbourhood Centre Community Garden.
Posted inAgriculture, Environment, Tamworth Regional
Tackling feral animals: workshop offers solutions for landholders
Local landholders and residents will have the chance to gain hands-on advice on managing feral animals at a special workshop in Loomerah on Saturday, 1 November.
Posted inLocal politics, Narrabri, Water
Narrabri Splash Pad open this weekend in slight relief from water restrictions
A small bit of relief is finally flowing for Narrabri residents, with NSW Health approving a plan to blend water from the Tibbereena Street bore with water from the Elizabeth […]
Posted inGunnedah, Parenting and kids, Water
Age supervision key element for safe summer season
New supervision requirements will kick in for children under 15 at the start of the summer season at the Gunnedah Memorial Pool Complex.
Posted inNarrabri, Water
Narrabri moves to Level 2 water restrictions
For the first time in eight years, water restrictions will come into effect in the Narrabri Shire, with the town water supply moving to Level 2 restrictions from midnight tonight.
Posted inAgriculture, Environment, Expos, conferences and meetings
Farmers, First Nations and Landcare advocates join together
Farmers, producers, graziers, Landcare leaders, First Nations people and academics gathered on the Gold Coast to explore how best to protect and restore Australia’s natural assets, landscapes and biodiversity for the future.
Posted inInverell, Water
Inverell Shire Council Active Leak Detection Project shows efficient water networks
Inverell Shire Council’s leak detection project found 52 leaks across local water schemes. About half are already repaired, with the remaining fixes underway.