Staff boosted to speed up primary producers’ recovery grant applications
The State Government is boosting staff numbers to speed up the processing of Rural Assistance Authority Recovery Grants for impacted primary producers.
World-leading cotton research takes centre stage in Narrabri
Narrabri welcomed some of the world’s leading cotton scientists last week when the sixth biennial Australian Cotton Research Conference took place.
NFF appoints Su McCluskey as Interim Chief Executive
The National Farmers’ Federation has announced Su McCluskey as interim Chief Executive, effective September 1.
Local News
Glen Innes Severn Council teams up with Glen Industries to rejuvenate the local landfill
Glen Innes Severn Council has partnered with Glen Industries to deliver the Glen Innes Landfill Revegetation project.
Motorists urged to prepare for snowy and potentially hazardous conditions on New England roads
Motorists are advised to prepare for potentially hazardous road conditions across parts of the New England tomorrow, with damaging winds and snow forecast to fall overnight.
Moree Hospital without a doctor as health crisis continues
The health and hospital crisis gripping the New England has moved from its focal point from Wee Waa to Moree, where the town’s emergency department has been left without a doctor for weeks.
The future looks bright for the Educational Pathways Program
New England students will continue to benefit from hands-on vocational learning while still at school, as the State Government announces ongoing funding of $38.9 million for the Educational Pathways Program
Local Landcare board grows with new skills
Southern New England Landcare Ltd welcomes Mr Robert Sieben as a new board member, growing the board of directors to eight, and raising the board’s skills set to new heights.
What's On
INVESTIGATION
New England roads mostly ‘not safe’; beyond ‘maintenance’
There is a growing sense that regional NSW needs a fundamental rethink of how roads are funded and managed.
Events
Slow Gals Run Club TamworthEnds: August 31, 2025
Markets in the mallEnds: August 31, 2025
Paper Cranes for Peace – Public ProgramEnds: August 31, 2025
Tangaratta Vineyards Wedding & Special Occasion ExpoEnds: August 31, 2025
Sundays Were Made for This – The Drunken Trout CaféEnds: August 31, 2025
Politics
Minns Labor Government to convene dedicated regional advisory group
Premier Chris Minns and Minister for Regional New South Wales, Tara Moriarty will convene a dedicated regional advisory group to work with the government to better understand and address the unique challenges faced by people living and working in regional, rural and remote areas of New South Wales.
New Englanders wanted to be the next aginfluencer
MLA’s Social Media Academy returns 26–27 Nov 2025, offering hands-on TikTok training to help producers share engaging content, build trust, and highlight best practices in the red meat industry.
Farm loans up amid increased confidence in ag sector
Aggregate lending to the farm sector rose 6% in 2023-24, according to the latest figures released by ABARES.
Energy and Environment
Glen Innes invests in safe, reliable and future-ready water services
Glen Innes Severn Council is reassuring the community that local water supplies remain safe, secure and of high quality, while also investing in modern systems to keep services reliable for years to come.
Insecticide fenitrothion to be sharply restricted following APVMA decision
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority has issued a final regulatory decision to impose wide-ranging additional restrictions on the insecticide, fenitrothion.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
North Hill Veterinary Clinic opens doors to state-of-the-art Bundarra Road facility
North Hill Veterinary Clinic have opened the doors to their brand-new, purpose-built facility on Bundarra Road, bring the best and latest in vet care to Armidale.
Real Support for Real Homeowners: $2000 cash back
In a time where rising costs and uncertainty define the housing conversation, Regional Australia Bank is backing the people who call regional NSW home, not with slogans, but with something tangible.
BUSINESS
Armidale’s Optiweigh wins global ag tech award
Armidale’s own Optiweigh has been recognised on the world stage, taking out the title of “Herd Management Solution of the Year” at the 2025 AgTech Breakthrough Awards .
INDIGENOUS
Emerging Moree artists showcase culture and identity at BAMM Gallery exhibition
A powerful new exhibition featuring four emerging artists who share their deep connections to country is now open at Bank Art Museum Moree.
SPORT
NIAS to host annual UAA Talent ID Day for aspiring indigenous athletes
The Northern Inland region’s aspiring young indigenous athlete will descend on Inverell next Wednesday to participate in the annual NIAS / UAA Indigenous Talent Identification Day.
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Good News
25-year legacy of serving our region to be honoured today
A display and community barbecue to mark the milestone will be happening in Fitzroy Street Tamworth today to mark the Westpac rescue chopper’s 25 years of service to the region.
Celebrating 50 years of O’Connor Catholic College in Armidale
Former staff and students are expected to come from around the world for the 50-year anniversary of O’Connor Catholic College in Armidale.
