New toilet facilities are now open at four highway rest areas across the New England region, offering improved accessibility, lighting, and hygiene for motorists travelling through the area.
Roads and Infrastructure
Posted inLocal News, NSW Politics, Public Transport
Rail passes quietly reinstated after backlash
Affordable long-term NSW TrainLink Discovery Passes have been quietly reinstated following a public backlash over their sudden removal
Posted inQuirindi, Roads and Infrastructure
Work finally begins to upgrade Callaghan Lane level crossing
Work has begun to upgrade a dangerous level crossing south of Quirindi as part of a $1.2 million trial aimed at improving level crossing safety in regional and remote areas.
Posted inArdglen, New England Surrounds, Roads and Infrastructure
Major roadworks on Waterfall Way and New England Highway next week
Motorists are advised to expect changed traffic conditions on two key local roads from next week, with essential maintenance scheduled on Waterfall Way at Deer Vale and culvert repairs on the New England Highway at Ardglen.
Posted inArmidale, Roads and Infrastructure
Albion Park pedestrian bridge reopened
The Albion Park Pedestrian Bridge has officially reopened to the public, following a major reconstruction project that honours the heritage and community significance of the original structure.
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure
Average speed cameras switch to enforcement mode
Average speed cameras in two trial sites will start fining light vehicles from tomorrow.
Posted inDomestic Violence, Economy, Grants and funding, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure, Social issues and services
‘Disappointing’ NSW Budget delivers limited support for regions
The Minns Government’s 2025–26 New South Wales Budget, handed down today, has already come under fire for failing to deliver for regional areas.
Posted inNSW Politics, Public Transport, Tourism
Discovery rail passes quietly disappear in ‘review’
Another service has been taken away from rural communities by stealth, with the NSW Government withdrawing the 3 and 6 month NSW TrainLink Discovery Passes
Posted inLocal politics, Roads and Infrastructure, Tamworth
More free parking for Tamworth CBD from today
After parking meters in Tamworth’s CBD failed repeatedly this year, Tamworth Regional Council has decided to take them out of service from today.
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Emergency management, Local News, Roads and Infrastructure
Oxley Highway at Mount Seaview reopens Friday 13 June
Good news for New England travellers, the Oxley Highway at Mount Seaview will reopen to traffic on Friday 13 June from 4:30pm.