Concerns that Narrabri Shire was undercounted in the last Census have prompted a renewed push from Mayor Darrell Tiemens to ensure every resident is counted in 2026.
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Posted inEnergy, Feature, Federal Politics, Local News
“We’re not there yet”: Bowen refuses to use Liquid Fuel Emergency Act
The federal government is refusing to trigger emergency fuel powers despite persistent shortages across regional Australia
Posted inArmidale, Energy, Feature, Federal Politics, Manilla, Mungindi, NSW Politics
Transwest unable to get fuel again as governments fail to effectively deal with crisis
Local independent fuel distributor Transwest Fuels says it is once again unable to secure diesel or petrol supply, warning the situation is now forcing closures and leaving entire communities exposed […]
Posted inFeature, Liverpool 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 inEnergy, Feature, Federal Politics
ACCC launches probe into fuel giants as shortages deepen across regions
Action is finally being taken to deal with the fuel crisis, with the competition watchdog launching an enforcement investigation into major suppliers role in supply disruptions and alleged anti-competitive conduct impacting regional communities.
Posted inNSW Politics, Social issues and services, Technology
Digital birth certificates rolled out for young people in NSW
Young people across NSW can now carry their birth certificate on their phone, with the state government launching a new Digital Birth Certificate in an Australian first.
Posted inFederal Politics, Local News
Chaffey adds to responsibilities in “posse of patriots”
Parkes MP Jamie Chaffey has taken on additional responsibilities in the Nationals’ newly announced shadow ministry
Posted inAgriculture, Environment, NSW Politics
Wild dog baiting programs underway across NSW
The NSW Government has launched its autumn wild dog control campaign, with aerial and ground baiting programs underway across the state to help protect livestock, native wildlife and pets.
Posted inBusiness, Energy, NSW Politics, Tamworth
Tamworth distributor Transwest secures late invite to NSW fuel roundtable
The New England will be wishing local Transwest Fuels luck as they take their seat as one of only two independent regional suppliers at a fuel security roundtable convened by the NSW Government today.
Posted inEnergy, Federal Politics, Local News, National News
Barnaby Joyce calls for fuel rations, says Hanson uneducated
Member for New England Barnaby Joyce has called for fuel rationing to ensure that trucks can get the fuel they need to keep the nation moving.