NSW has confirmed a second wild migratory seabird infected with highly pathogenic H5 avian influenza, while authorities say the risk to people remains low.
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Posted inAnimals, Feature, Moree
Moree residents invited to shape new Keeping of Animals Policy
Moree residents are invited to provide feedback on a draft Keeping of Animals Policy designed to support responsible ownership and community amenity.
Posted inBest in the New England 2026, Business, Feature, Inverell
D&J Assisted Technology takes the first Best IT Service title
New category, first time winner, and the first win for Inverell in BITNE2026!
Posted inFeature, Gunnedah, Health
Council seeks direct talks with HNELHD over Gunnedah Hospital helipad
Gunnedah Shire Council is urging Hunter New England Local Health District to meet locally and reinstate the hospital helipad for emergency retrievals.
Posted inArmidale, Best in the New England 2026, Business, Feature
Dead heat: Boobooks and Reader’s Companion share Best Book Store crown
While the two businesses have different personalities, voters agreed they share one important quality: both have become treasured parts of Armidale’s cultural life.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Feature, Tamworth
Arts North West to transform regional CBDs with immersive night-time creative initiative
Arts North West will transform Tamworth and Armidale CBDs with immersive light, projection and public art experiences celebrating regional creativity after dark.
Posted inFeature, Walcha
Walcha growers claim Grand Champion title at 2026 Australian Fleece Competition
Commercial exhibitors Michael and Jenny Sweeney, of Tallara, Walcha, have won the Grand Champion title at the 2026 Australian Fleece Competition
Posted inBusiness, Energy, Feature, NSW Politics
Squadron stops work on Boorolong wind farm as neighbouring Origin project pushes on
Squadron has quietly walked away from its Boorolong wind farm near Armidale, while Origin’s project next door pushes on. The transmission line the Coalition says they won’t build is right in the middle of it.
Posted inArts, Feature, Tamworth
From ‘Little Texas’ to the big stage: Chris Cobb unveils debut album
Chris Cobb will release his debut album More Questions Than Answers after turning a journey from Papua New Guinea into an emerging Australian country music career.
Posted inArts, Feature, Tamworth
From the Highlands to the Plains: Arts North West opens Tamworth office and launches new website
Arts North West has opened a Tamworth office and launched a new website, expanding access to arts services across the New England North West.