Moree’s iconic artesian pools are back open after 21 months, with the Memorial Town Hall set to reopen for Anzac Day and plans pushing ahead for a new aquatic centre at Taylor Oval.
Regional Development
Posted inLocal politics, Moree, NSW Politics, Regional Development
Scaled-back Moree precinct plan adopted to ease pressure on council
The Moree Special Activation Precinct has been scaled back after council concerns, reducing costs while keeping long-term growth plans intact.
Posted inEducation, NSW Politics, Regional Development, Tamworth
Education front and centre in Premier’s visit to Tamworth
Premier Chris Minns has used a visit to Tamworth to showcase a series of education investments, culminating in the opening of a facility positioning the city as a growing pilot training hub.
Posted inArmidale, Business, Expos, conferences and meetings, Regional Development
Future Energy Forum to focus on jobs, costs and growth
A major Armidale forum will examine what the energy transition means for New England businesses, from costs and jobs to infrastructure.
Posted inNarrabri, Regional Development, Roads and Infrastructure
Old Violet Street Bridge removed as new structure takes shape
Demolition of Narrabri’s Violet Street Bridge is underway, with work now shifting to foundations for the new $7 million structure.
Posted inLocal politics, Regional Development, Tamworth
Tamworth Skywalk takes shape with Scenic Road bridge installed
Tamworth’s Skywalk is a step closer, with a new bridge installed over Scenic Road as the project nears completion.
Posted inGood News, Regional Development, Sport, Tamworth
Aquatic centre project moves closer to construction in Tamworth
Tamworth’s long-awaited aquatic centre is edging closer to construction, with council moving into the final stages of planning and design as the swimming season comes to a close.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Glen Innes Severn Shire, Local politics, Public Transport, Regional Development
Council tests trigger train advocate alarm
Studies by Armidale Regional Council to progress the New England Rail Trail have triggered alarm in campaigners opposed to the project, while Glen Innes Severn have asked the NSW Government for certainty.
Posted inBusiness, Community development, Local News
Grants to back community-led digital initiatives in rural Australia
Rural and regional community groups can apply for grants of up to $10,000 to strengthen digital inclusion and resilience under Telstra’s Connected Communities Grant Program.
Posted inLocal politics, Money, Moree, NSW Politics, Regional Development
Moree Plains Council cautious in progressing the SAP
Moree Plains Shire Council is taking a cautious, staged approach as it moves toward the next phase of the Moree Special Activation Precinct, seeking to balance the long-term economic promise with the financial realities.