Uralla Shire Council is calling for changes to proposed disaster funding reforms, warning they could leave regional councils facing greater financial uncertainty.
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Posted inGrants and funding, Health, NSW News
$15m boost for Flying Doctor Service
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is set for a second year of $15 million in NSW Government funding, as a Barwon MP pushes for a longer-term deal to keep it flying.
Posted inAgriculture, National News, Science and Research
Canola crush growth hinges on meal, not just oil
Australia could double its canola crush, but Rabobank says it all comes down to one thing: finding buyers for the leftover meal. NSW growers and graziers are in the mix.
Posted inBusiness, Tamworth Regional, What's on
Tamworth’s CBD to glow for the City of Lights festival
Tamworth’s Peel Street, Fitzroy Plaza and Bicentennial Park will come alive with light, culture and community as the Tamworth Chamber and the Tamworth Business Collective join forces to bring back the City of Lights festival.
Posted inTamworth, Technology
Telstra maintenance to affect mobile coverage in Tamworth CBD
Telstra customers in the Tamworth CBD may experience temporary disruptions to mobile coverage while maintenance work is carried out this week.
Posted inArmidale, Awards
Ella Baché Armidale named ‘The Gold Ella’ National Salon of the Year
Ella Baché Armidale has taken out the top honour at the 2026 Ella Awards, winning ‘The Gold Ella’ National Salon of the Year as the skincare brand celebrates its 90th anniversary.
Posted inEnvironment, Tamworth
Construction begins on new $1.2m pest insects research lab
Construction has begun on a new $1.2 million pest insect research laboratory in Tamworth to help farmers combat destructive agricultural pests.
Posted inArmidale, Water
Armidale takes major step forward on long-term water security
Armidale’s water security fight moves from council chambers to the planning system. A scoping report is in, SEARS have been requested, the clock is ticking on the REZ standoff, and construction could start in 2028.
Posted inAgriculture, National News
Farmers celebrate as agriculture hits $100 billion
Australian agriculture has passed $100 billion in farm-gate output four years ahead of schedule, a milestone farming leaders, politicians and industry figures celebrated at Parliament House in Canberra.
Posted inBusiness, Energy, NSW News
New battery discounts welcomed, but farmers want more
Batteries just got cheaper for NSW businesses and farms, but Farmers for Climate Action says the savings won’t count for much without a fix for the regional grid.