UNE has kicked off the search for a new chancellor after Dr Sarah Pearson’s unexpected resignation. Acting Chancellor David Van Aanholt steps in, but it’s not an easy job to fill.
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Posted inEducation, Energy, Feature, Tamworth
TAFE NSW Tamworth to get $950,000 clean energy training upgrade
TAFE NSW Tamworth is getting a $950,000 clean energy upgrade, part of a $25 million push to train the workforce that will build the New England REZ.
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Australians urged not to rush 2026 tax returns amid scam warning
CPA Australia is urging Australians to delay lodging their 2026 tax returns until ATO data is complete and remain alert to scams.
Posted inEnergy, Feature, Federal Politics, Walcha
Barnaby Joyce called out over false highway closure claim on wind farm
Barnaby Joyce said “someone’s gonna get killed” over a highway closure that was never actually planned. Now Vestas, Channel 7 and a fact-checking page have all called it out. Will he correct the record?
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Tamworth
Five teens injured, one critical, in East Tamworth crash
Five Tamworth teens are in hospital after their car hit a tree in East Tamworth overnight, one girl with critical head injuries. Two were flown to John Hunter Hospital. Police are investigating.
Posted inArmidale, Best in the New England 2026, Business
Wallace Construction Services builds on reputation to win Best Builder
Voters repeatedly highlighted not only the quality of the finished product but also the experience of dealing with the business from start to finish.
Posted inAgriculture, Feature, Local News
Disease doesn’t wait for slow and inefficient bureaucracy, says CropLife
CropLife Australia says APVMA delays leave farmers without timely crop protection products amid rising biosecurity risks nationwide today.
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Behavioural science partnership to support New England water users
A behavioural science partnership with Monash University is helping the Natural Resources Access Regulator improve how it supports water users to understand and comply with NSW water laws.
Posted inFeature, Moree, What's on
Community invited to help shape Taylor Oval’s future
Residents are invited to help shape Taylor Oval’s future by providing feedback on proposed pool and recreation plans before 31 July.
Posted inFeature, Tamworth, Technology, What's on
Ethics in the Algorithm: Tamworth legal professionals navigate AI responsibilities
Artificial intelligence is reshaping workplaces across Australia, and the legal profession is no exception.