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Posted inGlen Innes, Health
Glen Innes welcomes confirmation of hospital upgrade
Glen Innes’ hospital upgrade is a go, after Glen Innes Severn Council welcomed $50 million as part of the state governments 2025–26 NSW Budget announced this week.
Posted inRecreation, Tourism, Yarrowitch
Green Gully Track highlighted in new walking campaign
The Green Gully track, part of the World Heritage-listed Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, has been included in a new State Government walking trail campaign
Posted inArmidale, Money
Making your dog a tax deduction (and other deductions you may not have heard of)
Donations, subscriptions, travel… and yes even your (working) dog may be able to be claimed as a tax deduction, but there are lots of rules to follow.
Posted inGlen Innes, Health
Glen Innes Health Hub fills gap with personal and private support
The comfort of in-person support and the discretion of private telehealth access is a combination that’s proving vital in a region where psychological services are often scarce or distant.
Posted inGrants and funding, Inverell
Inverell Library secures grant to enhance study and meeting spaces
Inverell Library is set to undergo exciting improvements following its successful grant application. Read more here.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Review, School News
Spit Spot! PLC Armidale’s Mary Poppins was practically perfect
REVIEW: With a spoonful of imagination and a full measure of heart, PLC Armidale’s production of Mary Poppins was a delight from beginning to end — and proved just how magical high school theatre can be.
Posted inBusiness, Investment, Tamworth
Lights, camera, but no action: Tamworth Regent Cinema struggles to attract buyer
An eyesore to some and an iconic landmark to others, the historical Tamworth Regent Cinema building remains out of favour with prospective buyers
Posted inBingara, Local festivals and shows
Bingara’s Orange Festival returns: A weekend of tradition, community and celebration
The streets of Bingara come alive this July as the town celebrates one of its most cherished traditions — the Happy Days Orange Festival — now in its 65th year.
Posted inLocal News
Changes in tax rules you should know about before you do your return
Tax accountants have urged clients to make sure they are aware of new rules introduced by the Australian Tax Office, before they file their End of Financial Year returns.