The NSW Government has launched its autumn wild dog control campaign, with aerial and ground baiting programs underway across the state to help protect livestock, native wildlife and pets.
Tara Moriarty
Posted inManilla, Walcha, Wee Waa, Women
Free wellbeing workshops to reach New England women ahead of NSW Women’s Week
Free wellbeing workshops are coming to the New England to help rural women manage stress and prioritise self-care ahead of NSW Women’s Week.
Posted inAnimals, NSW Politics
NSW Government plans to outlaw dogs in hot cars, but no certainty yet
The NSW Government has announced plans to introduce a new offence for leaving dogs unattended in hot vehicles, but uncertainty remains over when the laws will be finalised
Posted inBusiness, Moree Plains Shire, Narrabri Shire, Roads and Infrastructure
Final Section of NSW Inland Rail Approved: Narrabri to North Star phase 2 clears last planning hurdle
The State Government has approved the final stage of Inland Rail in New South Wales, marking a significant milestone for the federally funded freight corridor that will eventually link Melbourne to Brisbane.
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 inGood News, Local News, Youth
PCYC to do more to support local young people
The Police Citizens Youth Club will expand its work across the regions, with the Minns Government announcing a major funding boost to support programs that are already changing young lives across New South Wales.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
Free grain and bait on offer in statewide crackdown on feral pigs
Landholders across the New England are being urged to take advantage of $850,000 worth of free grain and bait being offered by the NSW Government as part of a statewide effort to control feral pig populations.
Posted inArmidale, Moree, New England Surrounds, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
More upgrades for New England, Newell, Kamilaroi, Gwydir, and coast roads
The NSW Government has announced and additional $46 million for new road safety projects with Armidale, Moree and major New England and North Coast links set to benefit.
Posted inAgriculture, Emergency management, Gunnedah Shire, Liverpool Plains Shire, Weather
Gunnedah and Liverpool Plains continue work on being drought ready
It might be a bit wet of late, but the next drought is never far away, and Gunnedah and Liverpool Plains Shire Councils are moving ahead with the second stage of their joint drought preparedness project.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
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.