A fundraiser has been launched to raise funds for Keith and Dianne Blessing, the victims of a violent home invasion in Torrington who defended themselves by shooting their attacker.
Tenterfield Shire
Posted inCrime, Feature, Legal, Torrington
Call for Castle Law as Torrington community comes together
The tiny Northern Tablelands community of Torrington will gather at the community hall at 11am this morning, as residents come to terms with a violent home invasion that has left an elderly couple fighting for their lives and reignited debate over “Castle Law” protections in New South Wales.
Posted inCrime, Feature, Torrington
Violent home invasion ends with intruder shot by resident
A couple in their 70s are fighting for life after a violent suspected home invasion at Torrington early this morning, during which they are believed to have tried to defend themselves against an armed intruder.
Posted inEmergency management, Tenterfield
Tenterfield Council presses case for more drought support
Tenterfield Shire Council has called for more drought assistance after meeting NSW Drought Coordinator Ray Willis amid worsening dry conditions.
Posted inTenterfield
How a simple payphone game is helping Tenterfield reconnect
A nostalgic payphone game is bringing Tenterfield residents together, sparking new connections and renewed community engagement.
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure, Tenterfield
Five new bridges completed across Tenterfield Shire
Five new bridges across Tenterfield Shire have been completed under state and federal funding programs aimed at improving regional connectivity and resilience.
Posted inParenting and kids, Tenterfield
Community flies high at Tenterfield Fire-Fly Fete
Almost 3000 people attended Tenterfield’s Fire-Fly Fete on Saturday, celebrating aviation and community spirit.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Tenterfield Shire, Work and career
The Welcome Experience for essential workers expands to Tenterfield
Essential workers relocating to the Northern New England region will now receive expanded support, with the NSW Government announcing the extension of The Welcome Experience to include the Tenterfield Shire from 1 July 2026.
Posted inCrime, Glen Innes, Tenterfield
Investigation underway into stolen beehives in Northern Tablelands
Police are investigating the theft of 80 beehive boxes, including active bee colonies valued at about $150,000, from a rural property in the Northern Tablelands.
Posted inNarrabri, Tenterfield, Water
New England drought tightens as Narrabri eases watering hours and Tenterfield imposes restrictions
Water restrictions are tightening across the New England, with Narrabri easing watering hours under Level 3 rules while Tenterfield introduces new limits as dam levels fall.