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New encyclopedia of rural crime

by Sam MostynFebruary 12, 2023

A new book from the Centre for Rural Criminology at the University of New England (UNE) aims to improve the prevention and response to rural crimes.

Crime, Guyra

Uncivil disputes: the perfect rural crime

by Penelope ShawFebruary 7, 2023

In the wake of the recent closure of Little Black Duck Café in Guyra, there have been a number of cases of reported theft and fraud the police don’t seem to be interested in.

Crime, Tenterfield

Tamworth man jailed for advocating for terrorism

by RK CrosbyFebruary 3, 2023

A Tamworth man who advocated for violent terrorist acts in a series of racist and extremist messages on social media has been sentenced to two years and seven months’ in prison.

Crime, Gunnedah

Crime Prevention conference coming to Gunnedah

by New England Times News DeskJanuary 30, 2023

More than 100 crime professionals are expected to come to Gunnedah later this year for the inaugural Crime Prevention and Community Safety Conference. The two-day conference, to be hosted by Gunnedah […]

Business, Crime, Guyra, Local News

Sudden closure of Little Black Duck leaves locals to pick up the pieces

by Penelope ShawJanuary 24, 2023

After being open for less than two months, Guyra’s stylish new café, Little Black Duck Food Company, has suddenly closed its doors, reportedly leaving staff, suppliers and local property owners out of pocket.

Crime, Tenterfield

Investigation underway after police shot and killed a man in Tenterfield

by Lia EdwardsJanuary 20, 2023

A critical incident investigation is underway after police shot dead Corey Selby, a 48 year old father of two, in Tenterfield yesterday.

Crime, News, Tourism

Scam warning: don’t buy tickets for dinosaur show in Queensland

by New England Times News DeskJanuary 17, 2023

Scammers have been taking advantage of school holiday travellers in Queensland by selling tickets to life size animatronic dinosaur shows that don’t exist.