Narrabri Shire Council has opened applications for its 2026–27 Community Financial Assistance Grant Program, supporting local community projects and events.
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Posted inInvestigation, Local News, Long Read, Narrabri, Politics, Roads and Infrastructure, Transport and Freight
Where do all the bad numbers come from?
In the next part of our New England Times investigation by RK Crosby, we delve more deeply to find out where the bad numbers come from.
Posted inNarrabri, Roads and Infrastructure
Rangari Road upgrade moves ahead after funding agreement finalised
The sealing of Rangari Road has taken a significant step forward following the official finalisation and signing of the funding agreement for the $9 million project.
Posted inEnvironment, Narrabri Shire
Mount Kaputar’s pink wonder emerges after the rain
On a cold, grey day atop Mount Kaputar, a group of adults found themselves peering into the undergrowth with the excitement of children on a treasure hunt. The object of their search wasn’t rare gold or a hidden landmark, but a bright pink slug found nowhere else on Earth.
Posted inNarrabri, Volunteering
Julie Dowleans named Narrabri Shire’s 2026 Volunteer of the Year
Julie Dowleans has been named Narrabri Shire’s 2026 Volunteer of the Year as part of National Volunteer Week.
Posted inArmidale, Investigation, Long Read, Politics, Roads and Infrastructure, Transport and Freight
Transport planning assumptions unravel across all levels of government
In this New England Times investigation by RK Crosby, we look at how bad numbers, assumptions and guesses, and misrepresentations of old documents, have led to plans at all levels of government being not worth the paper they are printed on.
Posted inMoree, Narrabri, Roads and Infrastructure, Transport and Freight
“Devastating”: Region reacts to news of Inland Trail abandonment
The federal government’s decision to halt Inland Rail at Parkes has sparked alarm across Moree, Narrabri and the wider region, with councils, farmers and Nationals MPs warning major freight, logistics and jobs projects are now in limbo.
Posted inNarrabri
Drug concerns framed as growing community challenge in Narrabri Shire
Councillors have raised concerns about illegal drug use in Narrabri Shire, warning of growing impacts on young people, families and services.
Posted inNarrabri
Narrabri Shire Council introduces ‘Community Conversations’ engagement series
Narrabri Shire Council will launch community engagement sessions across the region, giving residents opportunities to share feedback and shape priorities.
Posted inLocal festivals and shows, Narrabri
NarraBRIGHT set to light up Narrabri this Friday
Narrabri will light up this Friday as NarraBRIGHT returns with projections, markets, food and live entertainment.