New England communities are set to benefit from an expanded essential workers program aimed at easing local staff shortages.
Tara Moriarty
Posted inFeature, Tenterfield, Water
Village bore commissioning completed in Torrington and Drake
Village bores in Torrington and Drake near Tenterfield have been successfully commissioned and are now fully operational.
Posted inLocal politics, Moree, NSW Politics, Regional Development
Scaled-back Moree precinct plan adopted to ease pressure on council
The Moree Special Activation Precinct has been scaled back after council concerns, reducing costs while keeping long-term growth plans intact.
Posted inLocal politics, Regional Development, Tamworth
Tamworth Skywalk takes shape with Scenic Road bridge installed
Tamworth’s Skywalk is a step closer, with a new bridge installed over Scenic Road as the project nears completion.
Posted inAgriculture, Environment, NSW Politics
Wild dog baiting programs underway across NSW
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.
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.