New supervision requirements will kick in for children under 15 at the start of the summer season at the Gunnedah Memorial Pool Complex.
Environment
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.
Posted inEnvironment, Tamworth
Tamworth local wins National Women in Landcare Award
Tamworth local, Nell Chaffey- a dedicated Landcare advocate- has taken out this year’s Women in Landcare Award.
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.