New England Police District are appealing for information following a pursuit in Inverell on Wednesday afternoon, February 12. About 3.10pm, officers attempted to stop a dark blue D22 model 2003 Nissan Navara utility, which was being driven erratically on Ross Street. When the driver failed to stop, a pursuit was initiated. The pursuit continued onto […]
Posted inBendemeer
Serious accident closes New England Highway at Bendemeer
The New England Highway is closed in both directions at Bendemeer due to a serious bus and motorcycle crash.
Posted inFederal Politics, Indigenous, Social issues and services
Calls for change 17 years on from national apology
For some, the anniversary of the apology to Stolen Generations is a source of pride. For others it is a reminder of the “dire” reality for Indigenous children.
Posted inArmidale, Education
UNE’s Museum of Antiquities to reopen to the public
After a five-year closure and a major refurbishment, the University of New England Museum of Antiquities is set to re-open to the public.
Posted inFederal Politics, Public Transport
Taxpayers take risk on Rex if ailing airline can’t sell
Experts are questioning why taxpayers should be placed on the hook for bailing out Rex through a government takeover if buyers are unwilling to take the risk.
Posted inDomestic Violence, Investigation, Social issues and services
Breaking the Indigenous family violence cycle in New England
An indigenous men’s behaviour change program in the New England region could be the missing piece of the puzzle to put the brakes on a domestic violence scourge, but a funding shortfall is robbing families the chance to heal and reunite.
Posted inGunnedah, Sport
Gunnedah Golf Club to host inaugural NSW Family Classic
A brand-new event is set to tee off in Gunnedah this April, with the inaugural NSW Family Classic joining the golf calendar.
Posted inMoree
Level 5 water restrictions for Moree until Friday
Due to last night’s power outage which has affected Moree’s Yarraman bore field water, water restriction are now in effect.
Posted inGlen Innes
Rock, fossick and explore at Minerama
Mark your calendars – Minerama Fossicking, Gem & Jewellery Show returns to the Glen Innes Showgrounds from 7–9 March.
Posted inInverell
GWYMAC Landcare to host 22nd New England and North West Landcare Adventure
Local community organisation GWYMAC is preparing to host the 2025 New England and North West Landcare Adventure this March.