Three large-scale battery projects proposed for the New England have been awarded state-backed contracts as part of the NSW Government’s long-duration energy storage rollout
Penny Sharpe
Posted inAnimals, Bingara, Environment
Taronga protects environmental jewel in North-West
Taronga Conservation Society Australia has established a third, ‘wild’ restoration site in the New England. Find out where and why here.
Posted inArmidale, Environment, NSW Politics, Tamworth
Local councils ready for further phase out of single use plastics
Local councils across the New England are preparing for the next phase of single use plastic phase outs, as the NSW Government moves to further reduce plastic waste under the NSW Plastics Plan 2.0.
Posted inEnvironment, New England Surrounds
Koala “misinformation” cry as population counts soar
Fresh data reveals Australia’s koala count could be much higher than previously thought, as a contentious park to protect the species is called into question.
Posted inLocal News, Technology
Charging ahead with more options for EV Drivers in the New England
Electric vehicle drivers across New England are set for a smoother ride, thanks to a $5.9 million funding injection to expand the state’s charging infrastructure.
Posted inEnvironment, NSW Politics
Promises, promises: Koala park announced but opinions divided
After more than a decade of election promises, the Great Koala National Park (GKNP) has finally been announced by the NSW Government, but the arguments over culture, conservation and cost continue.
Posted inAgriculture, Energy, Moree
Moree leads the way on green hydrogen
A cotton farm near Moree is set to become a global pioneer in sustainable agriculture, with a green hydrogen and ammonia project backed by the NSW Government passing the next round of approvals and expected to be shovel ready soon.
Posted inRecreation, Tourism, Yarrowitch
Green Gully Track highlighted in new walking campaign
The Green Gully track, part of the World Heritage-listed Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, has been included in a new State Government walking trail campaign
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure, Willow Tree
New EV fast chargers on the way for NSW drivers
Driving to the New England for electric vehicles will soon be faster and more efficient with Willow Tree to receive ultra-fast chargers.
Posted inIndigenous, Sport, Tamworth
Koori Knockout history acknowledged
Excitement is building for the Koori Knockout to be held in Tamworth on the October long weekend, but a special moment today has acknowledged this history of the event.