A new authority backed by more than $200 million will give workers and communities in NSW coal regions a direct voice in their future. Mines will have to plan for worker support before they close.
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Posted inEnvironment, Feature, Uralla, What's on
Free field day to explore Racecourse Lagoon
Spend a day at Racecourse Lagoon learning to spot wetland plants, birds, and bugs. The free field day on Tuesday, 17 November includes morning tea and lunch.
Posted inEducation, Feature
NSW first to sign new Free TAFE deal
NSW is first to sign the new five-year Free TAFE deal, with $560 million and about 160,000 places from 2027 aimed at housing, energy, digital skills, and essential care.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Local News, Small Business Month 2026
SBM26: Garden romance, regional connections and community spirit
Today for Small Business Month, we’re celebrating three places bringing people together in different ways: a Tenterfield garden escape offering boutique stays and romantic celebrations, a regional transport service connecting communities across the North Coast and New England, and a Mullumbimby showground that brings locals and visitors together for markets, events and outdoor adventures.
Posted inEnergy, Feature, Hunter, Niangala, Regional Development, Tamworth
Tiny village of Rouchel faces biggest visual impact from REZ transmission line
The Rouchel Uniting Church is one of four places rated high for visual impact from the New England REZ transmission line. Here is what the EIS says about noise and views.
Posted inFeature, Gunnedah, Rodeo and Campdraft, Tamworth, What's on
Gunnedah’s Chase Berry leads junior bull riders into Tamworth finals
Gunnedah’s Chase Berry is the one to beat as young bull riders from across the country chase $29,000 in Tamworth on Saturday. Entry to the Junior Grand Finals is free.
Posted inCrime, Legal, NSW Politics
Knife scanning powers made permanent
Police can now scan for knives at major entertainment venues, shopping centres, stations and sports grounds, with permanent powers and longer operations. Here is what the new laws change.
Posted inCompetitions and free stuff, Feature, Science and Research, Tamworth
Tamworth agency launches national survey of regional Australia
A Tamworth agency is asking regional Australians what they really think. The Voice of Region survey takes under 10 minutes, and five participants will win $100 fuel cards.
Posted inCrime, Feature, Federal Politics, National News
Helen Haines loses second leg
Dr Helen Haines’ husband says she is alive and stable after losing both legs. The Governor-General says the attack must be a moment for Australians to pause and choose to be better.
Posted inAgriculture, Feature, Federal Politics, Water
Coalition water taskforce targets Basin buybacks
Water buybacks are in the Coalition’s sights. A new taskforce will tour the Basin to hear from irrigators and push for dams and a ban on more buybacks.