Data and reports from those who work in the sector indicate the New England region is facing an escalating crisis of poverty and economic disadvantage.
Social issues and services
Posted inCrime, General News, Moree
Police appeal for information after armed robbery in Moree
Police are appealing for information following an armed robbery at a service station near the Moree Airport.
Posted inDomestic Violence, Tamworth
New England families and children’s services leaders meet with NSW Minister
New England family and child services leaders played a key role in a roundtable this week with NSW Minister for Families and Communities Kate Washington.
Posted inDisability, Tamworth
Community support for children with disability in Tamworth
Aruma’s new home in Tamworth is creating more opportunities for local children with disability and those showing signs of developmental delay.
Posted inCrime, Stannifer
Two local men charged with firearm and animal cruelty offences
Two men have been charged with firearm and animal cruelty offences after shooting dogs in an altercation at Stannifer
Posted inDisability, Tamworth
Tamworth workshop for families and allies of young people with disability
Do you support or advocate for a young person with a disability? Whether that be family, friend, or client- this FREE workshop is for you.
Posted inCrime, Gunnedah
Man arrested after woman’s body found in Gunnedah
A man has been arrested after a woman’s body was located in Gunnedah this morning, following a police welfare check.
Posted inHealth, Social issues and services
Big spike in New Englanders who can’t afford to see a doctor
The percentage of people who can’t afford to visit a GP in the New England and North West region has increased 36% over the past four years, according to damning new research.
Posted inFederal Politics, Social issues and services
Children will just lie about their age to evade YouTube, socials ban
A teenage media proprietor says young Australians need to know more about a proposed social media ban as it could impact their education.
Posted inCommunity action, Deepwater
Bringing a Deepwater landmark back to life
A recent spate of vandalism caused the Deepwater community to take stock and reconsider how they might put a piece of town history back to use.