A man allegedly kicked in a door, held a resident’s neighbour off with a knife, then led police on two pursuits that ended in bushland near Yetman. Farmers helped track him down. Now he faces 10 charges.
Inverell Shire
Posted inInverell
Telstra upgrade to improve mobile coverage for Inverell community
Inverell residents, businesses and visitors are set to benefit from improved mobile connectivity, with Telstra upgrading the mobile base station serving the community this Tuesday.
Posted inCrime, Yetman
Man on the run after ramming police car near Yetman
A man is still on the run through bushland near Yetman after ramming a police car during a pursuit, with officers urging locals not to approach him.
Posted inArmidale, Health, Inverell
New doctors hired for Armidale and Inverell hospitals
Twelve new specialists are finally on their way to Armidale and Inverell hospitals, but long term staff shortages in the region are far from solved.
Posted inEnergy, Glen Innes Severn Shire, Inverell Shire
Green light for Sundown Solar Farm
A 360-megawatt solar farm between Inverell and Glen Innes has been given the green light, right on schedule, with sheep set to keep grazing beneath the panels and 144,000 homes to be powered.
Posted inCrime, Inverell
Man charged over alleged drug supply in Inverell
A man has been charged after police allegedly seized cannabis and more than $10,000 in cash during searches in Inverell.
Posted inBest in the New England 2026, Business, Inverell
McLachlan’s Smash Repairs drives away with Best Smash Repairs title
Customers praised their exceptional workmanship, meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to customer service.
Posted inBusiness, Education, Inverell
Inverell strengthens advocacy for apprenticeship and trainee support
Council will strengthen advocacy for apprenticeship support after local businesses identified barriers to attracting, training and retaining regional apprentices through consultation.
Posted inAI, Inverell, Roads and Infrastructure, Science and Research
Could robots be the answer to New England’s crumbling roads?
Inverell is already using AI to spot cracks in its roads, but researchers are working on a robot that can find them and fix them on the spot, before they become potholes.
Posted inBest in the New England 2026, Business, Inverell
Inverell Barnyard back on top as Best Pet Store title returns to familiar home
From everyday pet food and accessories to specialist advice, voters consistently described Inverell Barnyard as a business that goes the extra mile for both customers and their animals.