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.
Narrabri Shire Council
Posted inFeature, Moree, 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.
Posted inLocal politics, Narrabri
Mark Strahle elected as Narrabri Shire Councillor
Mark Strahle has been elected as Narrabri Shire Council’s newest councillor following the 2026 Narrabri Shire Council Countback Election held last week.
Posted inNarrabri, Regional Development, Roads and Infrastructure
Old Violet Street Bridge removed as new structure takes shape
Demolition of Narrabri’s Violet Street Bridge is underway, with work now shifting to foundations for the new $7 million structure.
Posted inLocal politics, Narrabri, Social issues and services
Mayor warns Narrabri risks being “ripped off” again without accurate Census count
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.
Posted inGood News, Narrabri, Water
Narrabri drops to level 3 water restrictions tonight
Narrabri Shire Council says that they have reached Drought Management Plan trigger to drop from Level 4 water restrictions to Level 3.
Posted inGwydir Shire, Local politics, Narrabri Shire
A third council vacancy with Brown departing Narrabri Shire
A third councillor in the region has stepped down, with Narrabri Shire Councillor Amanda Brown formally resigning from Council effective Friday, 27 February 2026, after being diagnosed with cancer.