Both Labor and the Coalition will drop the maximum price for PBS prescriptions to $25 in election promises
Posted inGwydir Shire, Phones and internet
Petitions calls for better mobile reception in Gwydir Shire
A Gravesend community group has started a petition calling for better mobile phone service in the district after residents say they’ve suffered severely decreased service after the shutting down of 3G services. Craig Warby and his partner Kate, proprietors of the Gravesend Shop, stated that the community is “up in arms” over the lack of […]
Posted inArts, Education, Inverell, Moree
Students from the New England to take to the stage at Sydney Olympic Park
Students from Moree and Inverell will large-scale performing arts event, Pulse Alive, starting tonight at Sydney Olympic Park.
Posted inHousing, Local News, Regional Development
Regional NSW still booming on Regional Movers Index
There’s still more people moving to the regions from the cities than the other way around nationwide, with NSW seeing the highest levels of movement.
Posted inFundraiser, Good News, Local News
Snags to support flood and cyclone relief efforts tomorrow
Bunnings is partnering with GIVIT for a nationwide sausage sizzle fundraiser for flood and cyclone recovery.
Posted inGunnedah, Local politics
Gunnedah Shire seeks to improve DA and waste processes
Gunnedah Shire Council is looking to make their DA process easier and improve their waste management as part of improving their performance following the introduction of new ‘league tables’ introduced last year.
Posted inAgriculture, Roads and Infrastructure
Farmers warn of urgent road repairs needed after Alfred damage
Farmers are calling for urgent repairs to roads and bridges across the north east of the state as the extent of damage from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred becomes clear.
Posted inCrime, NSW Politics
‘Going to lock you up’: cop warning for regional youth
Dozens of officers will be deployed in several regional centres to tackle rising youth crime, including serious incidents from violent break-ins to car theft.
Posted inArmidale, Energy
Renewable energy expo highlights opportunities in New England
Around 100 people gathered at the Town Hall in Armidale yesterday to explore the growing number of employment and business opportunities in New England’s renewable energy sector.
Posted inGood News, Health, Moree
Hutchinson Builders wins $105 million Moree Hospital Redevelopment
The Moree Hospital Redevelopment is a step closer, with the main works contractor, Hutchinson Builders, being appointed the contract.