Preston Connors and Yoorana Delaney have been appointed as community representatives on Inverell Shire Council’s Aboriginal Consultative Committee for a two-year term.
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Posted inArmidale Regional, Lifestyle
From the paddock to the page: A local author’s journey
Tilbuster farmer Troy Gerdes is transforming the people, places and animals of Elderslie into uniquely Australian children’s books that are delighting readers both locally and around the world.
Posted inSocial issues and services, Tamworth, What's on
Centacare invites Tamworth to celebrate 25 years of walking together
A free community celebration is coming to Fitzroy Plaza on Wednesday, 25 June, as Centacare marks 25 years of supporting individuals, families and communities across the New England region.
Posted inCrime, Tamworth
Police seek witnesses after nail gun attack on Tamworth man
A man was shot in the face, chest and hands with a nail gun during a robbery in Tamworth on Saturday night. Police want to hear from anyone with information or footage.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Sport
Henderson earns Australian selection for US Rowing challenge
The Armidale School rower Isabella Henderson will represent Australia at the inaugural US Rowing International Rowing Challenge.
Posted inCrime, Moree
Teenager charged after police pursuit in Moree
A 14-year-old boy has faced court after allegedly leading police on a pursuit through Moree on Saturday.
Posted inAgribusiness, Agriculture, Armidale, Health
Paraquat stays but with major new restrictions as regulator delivers verdict
Australia’s pesticide regulator has handed down a major decision on paraquat and diquat— it stays, but with tight new restrictions.
Posted inCrime, Guyra, Quirindi
Guyra, Quirindi stabbings latest in a series across New England
A stabbing in Guyra on Sunday, and another in Quirindi on Monday, are the latest in a series of violent knife crimes to shock the New England.
Posted inArmidale, Grants and funding, Parkes Electorate
Airport funding grants open as report warns regional aviation at a crossroads
Half of NSW’s regional airports are running at a loss. The latest funding round has opened — and the Member for Parkes is urging councils to get their applications in before 28 July.
Posted inMoonbi, Parenting and kids, What's on
New England kids invited to saddle up these winter school holidays
A Moonbi equestrian centre is giving New England children the chance to swap screens for saddles these winter school holidays, with a program packed with themed days, hands-on horse care and outdoor adventure.