Tamworth local, Nell Chaffey- a dedicated Landcare advocate- has taken out this year’s Women in Landcare Award.
Environment
Posted inEnvironment, NSW Politics
Promises, promises: Koala park announced but opinions divided
After more than a decade of election promises, the Great Koala National Park (GKNP) has finally been announced by the NSW Government, but the arguments over culture, conservation and cost continue.
Posted inBoggabri, Environment
Boggabri Transfer Station re-opened
The Boggabri Transfer Station has re-opened following clean-up of asbestos-contaminated waste and official clearance of the site by a hygienist.
Posted inAnimals, Environment
Recycling trial expands to combat battery fires
Armidale Community Recycling Centre will join the NSW EPA’s batteries trial, allowing more communities to safely dispose of and recycle items with built-in batteries for free.
Posted inEnvironment, Narrabri Shire, Recreation, Sport and fitness events
Pilliga Ultra: A weekend of running, nature, culture, and community
From Friday 19 to Sunday 21 September, runners and supporters will gather on Gomeroi Country at Pilliga Pottery, near Coonabarabran, for the fourth Pilliga Ultra. The event promises a weekend of trail running, on-Country activities, and family-friendly fun.
Posted inBoggabri, Environment
Boggabri Transfer Station closed due to illegal dumping of asbestos
Narrabri Shire Council is looking for those responsible for an illegal dumping of asbestos-contaminated waste at the Boggabri Transfer Station last week.
Posted inEnvironment, Glen Innes
Glen Innes Severn Council teams up with Glen Industries to rejuvenate the local landfill
Glen Innes Severn Council has partnered with Glen Industries to deliver the Glen Innes Landfill Revegetation project.
Posted inArmidale, Environment
Local Landcare board grows with new skills
Southern New England Landcare Ltd welcomes Mr Robert Sieben as a new board member, growing the board of directors to eight, and raising the board’s skills set to new heights.
Posted inEnergy, Environment, Federal Politics, Local News
Government plays politics by allowing Joyce Net Zero bill to be debated
The Albanese Government has used a little trickery of parliament to highlight Coalition divisions on climate policy, allowing debate on Member for New England Barnaby Joyce’s Repeal Net Zero Bill 2025 – despite it being a private member’s bill that is unlikely to ever face a vote.
Posted inGlen Innes, Water
Glen Innes invests in safe, reliable and future-ready water services
Glen Innes Severn Council is reassuring the community that local water supplies remain safe, secure and of high quality, while also investing in modern systems to keep services reliable for years to come.