The New England Weeds Authority (NEWA) will be officially terminated this month in response to serious concerns about the Authority’s governance and financial position. NEWA is the registered trading name […]
Walcha
Posted inMarkets and Fairs, Walcha
Walcha embraces their “winter delights” with a new winter market
One of the New England’s coolest towns is choosing to embrace the winter chill and hold a series of market days in honour of their chilly climate.
Posted inAgriculture, Armidale, Guyra, Walcha
Group baiting program returns to tackle local fox population
After another good season, fox populations in the New England area may quickly become a problem for landholders if not controlled.
Posted inEnvironment, Walcha
Record number of turtle hatchlings released into the Macdonald River
A record number of turtle hatchlings have been released into the Macdonald River marking a major milestone in local turtle conservation.
Posted inArts, Walcha
Plaques installed to enhance Walcha’s Open Air Gallery
Arts North West has successfully the installation of a series of plaques accompanying artworks in Walcha’s renowned ‘Open Air Gallery.’
Posted inFire, Tamworth, Walcha
Rural Fire Services kept on alert with several fires burning across the New England
NSW Rural Fire Services crews are working to control a number of fires in the region
Posted inSport, Walcha
Walcha-bred horse claims Melbourne Cup
Walcha has claimed bragging rights after locally bred horse Knight’s Choice claims this year’s Melbourne Cup.
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure, Walcha, Water
Walcha’s new dam complete
An $11 million drought-security project at Walcha is complete with the delivery of a 300 megalitre (ML) off-stream storage dam, pump station and pipelines
Posted inEnergy, Walcha
Revised Winterbourne proposal open for comment
The proposed Winterbourne Wind Farm at Walcha has returned to the exhibition stage in the planning process, with submissions open on an amended proposal until 4th November, 2024.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Inverell Shire, Local Government Elections 2024, Narrabri Shire, Tenterfield Shire, Walcha
Surprise twist as mayors start being elected
Five of the New England’s 12 councils have elected their Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the first two year term.