Construction has begun on the Newell Highway’s largest heavy vehicle rest area near Narrabri, NSW, as part of a $261 million pavement upgrade project. Funded by Australian and NSW governments, the project aims to reduce driver fatigue and enhance road safety with new facilities for both heavy and light vehicles, slated for completion by early 2026.
Posted inAgriculture, National News
Woolies denies sending spy after farmers oust employee
Woolworths says it was a misunderstanding after and employee was removed from NSW Farmers conference, accused of spying on producers.
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Best Electrician in the New England?
Everyone needs to know a good sparky… but which one is the best? Please vote for the Best Electrician in the New England until 9pm tonight, July 25.
Posted inLocal News
The Farmer Wants a Working Dog? Get involved in season three of Muster Dogs
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a grazier who works with professional working dogs? This might just be your big chance!
Posted inAgriculture, Energy, Local politics
“Make the buggers pay”: NSW Farmers debates forcing renewable projects to fund local councils
NSW Farmers have voted to have renewable energy projects forced to entirely – and exclusively – fund local councils.
Posted inArts, Croppa Creek
Croppa Creek General Store gets an artistic facelift
The Croppa Creek General Store is on the way to cementing itself as a national icon with some very eye-catching murals.
Posted inArts, General News, Indigenous, Moree
Using the beat to connect to Country
Yulugi Marumali dance founder Shae Duncan has been helping young dancers connect to country and language at the SHAE Academy in Moree
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Less than one week to go to have your say on telecommunications issues
Unhappy with you’re telecommunications service? Australians living and working in regional, rural and remote communities have under a week to have their say on telecommunications issues as part of the Australian Government’s Regional Telecommunications Review. The Hon Alannah MacTiernan, Chair, Regional Telecommunications Independent Review Committee, has also urged people to spread the word about the […]
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New Englanders re-elected at NSW Farmers conference
New England farmers continue their dominance in the leadership of NSW Farmers following board elections on the first day of the Annual General Conference.
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Best Tourist Attraction in the New England?
There’s lots to see and do… but what is the Best Tourist Attraction in the New England? Vote until 9pm tonight, July 24.