As we welcome in 2026, WIRES is asking the public to please report any displaced native wildlife following NYE fireworks displays.
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Posted inBingara, Phones and internet
Telstra denies issues in Bingara despite failure to deliver promised upgrade by Christmas
Telstra has denied there are problems with its mobile network in Bingara, despite another Christmas period marked by service outages and an upgrade promised before Christmas once again failing to materialise.
Posted inHealth, Local News, Local politics, Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
Coulda, shoulda, woulda stories of 2025
$400,000 for something that doesn’t exist, the secret NSW Health doesn’t want to tell you, and why new roads are falling apart faster than old ones… here’s three of the biggest stories we couldn’t tell you in 2025.
Posted inEducation, Local News
School leavers step into trades and break barriers
With HSC results out, Apprenticeship Support Australia is calling on school leavers to consider apprenticeships and traineeships in industries crying out for skilled workers.
Posted inMoree Plains Shire, Volunteering
Celebrating community champions across the Shire
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Australia Day Awards, offering an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the remarkable individuals in the Moree Plains Shire.
Posted inArmidale, Business, Uralla
Airport café farewell as The Alternate Root closes Armidale location
After successfully supplying travellers and locals alike with quality coffee, hearty meals and warm hospitality since 2023, The Alternate Root Café has announced the closure of its Armidale Airport location, turning off the machine for the last time on December 24.
Posted inEnvironment, Local News
Northern Tablelands communities dig deep to preserve wetlands
More than 2,640 native seedlings have now been planted at the Little Llangothlin Nature Reserve near Guyra as part of revegetation works
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
Tasman and Corinya Station acquisitions spark community concerns
Two newly acquired properties in western NSW have been added to the national park estate without local consultation, prompting criticism from Member for Barwon Roy Butler
Posted inEntertainment, Parenting and kids, Tamworth
Tamworth set for a vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration
Tamworth is preparing for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve with a full day of free, family-friendly festivities throughout Bicentennial Park.
Posted inLocal News, School News
NSW unveils landmark anti-bullying reforms
Schools across New South Wales, including those in the New England region, will soon be required to triage and respond to bullying incidents more quickly and consistently, under a landmark framework.