Nearly 900 bank branches gone, 4,000 jobs lost. And they say the decline of regional banking is far from over.
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Posted inArmidale, Emergency management, What's on
Go behind the scenes at Armidale Fire and Rescue Open Day
Firefighters in Armidale are throwing open the station doors next month, inviting the community to step inside, meet the crew, and get a closer look at the work that goes on behind the scenes at Fire and Rescue NSW.
Posted inBendemeer, Sport
Master craftsman Bendemeer’s Hazlewood puts on an IPL clinic
Australian pace maestro Josh Hazlewood has delivered his most supreme performance of the IPL season, his four wickets spearheading another RCB win.
Posted inGrants and funding, Tamworth
Tamworth project backed in $6.4m community grants program
Tamworth health services will expand under a $6.4 million NSW community grants round.
Posted inBoggabri, Health
Doctors’ housing to boost Boggabri
Boggabri will gain two new homes for doctors after councillors approved the relocation of housing to address the town’s ongoing need for medical accommodation.
Posted inArts, Gunnedah, What's on
Leading classical musicians to perform in lead up to Mothers Day
World-class classical music is coming to Gunnedah, with two leading performers taking the stage for a Mother’s Day treat.
Posted inGunnedah, Liverpool Plains Shire, Narrabri, Tenterfield, Walcha
State Government expands essential workers program with boost for New England region
New England communities are set to benefit from an expanded essential workers program aimed at easing local staff shortages.
Posted inInverell, Money
Draft council plans open for community input
Residents are invited to have their say on council’s future plans, with key documents now on public exhibition.
Posted inLocal News, Transport and Freight
Major reforms proposed to strengthen rural freight sector and boost productivity
The livestock transport industry is pushing for national reforms to cut red tape, boost workforce capacity and improve freight efficiency.
Posted inNarrabri
Drug concerns framed as growing community challenge in Narrabri Shire
Councillors have raised concerns about illegal drug use in Narrabri Shire, warning of growing impacts on young people, families and services.