The first national survey of farm business succession to be made in 20 years has been launched by a team from the University of New England (UNE), with the aim of improving one of the most challenging aspects of agriculture.
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Posted inInvestigation, Social issues and services
Poverty surge in the New England: Part 3
Systematic upheaval, on a social, economic and political scale, is required to address our current poverty crisis. But it’s not as complex as that sounds.
Posted inAwareness Events, Gunnedah
Vigil shines light on 16 Days of Activism
Gunnedah Shire will once again show its support for the call to end gender and sexual violence against women and girls with a candlelight vigil on Tuesday, 10 December.
Posted inArmidale, Glen Innes, Grants and funding, Guyra, Local politics, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
Rail Trail funding pulled
The saga of the New England Rail Trail has taken another turn, with bushfire recovery funding allocated to the project being pulled by the NSW Government.
Posted inGunnedah
Be asbestos ready
November 25 is the start of National Asbestos Awareness Week, a great time to remember to be asbestos ready.
Posted inArmidale, Local News, Volunteering
Woodworking, restoration, carpentry and more at the Armidale Lions Community Workshop
Have a passion for woodworking or need a treasured heirloom restored? The Armidale Lions Community Workshop is here to help bring your project to life!
Posted inInvestigation, Social issues and services
Poverty surge in the New England: Part 2
Several leading voices have gone on record raising their concerns and observations about why poverty is rising in the region, with housing – or lack of it – topping the list of concerns.
Posted inLocal News, Tamworth
Safety first for the best Black Friday Deals
As Black Friday and Cyber Monday fast approach, retailers have some crucial advice for those looking to grab a genuine bargain.
Posted inAwards, Education, Tamworth
Peel Clinical School student wins employability award
The University of Newcastle has celebrated achievements of seven students during their Career-ready Placements at the annual Employability Excellence Awards, including a future doctor who trained in Tamworth.
Posted inInverell
Mini World Cup winner directs donation to Inverell Hospital charity
With a successful Joey’s Mini World Cup wrapped up, event organisers have presented a donation of $2,100 to local charity, Operation: Operating Room.