$68.2 million has been earmarked for the New England REZ road upgrades between Muswellbrook and Armidale and develop an oversize and overmass route around Tamworth.
Roads and 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 inLiverpool Plains Shire, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
Anger as speed limits slashed on key Liverpool Plains roads without consultation
Anger has erupted across the Liverpool Plains after speed limits on two key roads were abruptly reduced, with locals, council and the state MP Kevin Anderson all calling for an urgent review.
Posted inLocal News, Public Transport
Regional communities footing the bill as local airports run at a loss
Regional councils are propping up loss-making airports to keep essential services running.
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure, Tamworth
Overnight roadworks to affect New England Highway traffic in Tamworth
Motorists in Tamworth are advised to expect overnight traffic changes on the New England Highway this weekend due to maintenance work.
Posted inLocal News, Public Transport
Regional rail fleet moves forward as State Government accelerates delivery after delays
New trains for NSW’s long-delayed Regional Rail Fleet are now arriving and being tested on lines serving the New England.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Roads and Infrastructure, Technology
High speed EV chargers to benefit residents and visitors
Two Superfast Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers have been installed in Armidale’s Cinders Lane Carpark and will benefit residents and visitors alike. They were officially opened on Monday 2 March.
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 inArmidale, Business, Public Transport, Roads and Infrastructure
Waterfall way landslip cuts out Armidale to Coffs Harbour bus service
Dorrigo Transit has cancelled its Armidale to Coffs Harbour bus service due to safety concerns and rising costs associated with the Waterfall Way closure detour.
Posted inArmidale, Public Transport
New manager lands at Armidale Regional Airport
Experienced aviation operator Peter Friel has landed in Armidale and commenced work as the new Airport Manager at Armidale Regional Airport.