Want to avoid wasting fuel driving between empty servos? No problem, there is a growing number of apps designed to help motorists find both fuel availability and the best price.
High speed police pursuit in Tamworth
A high-speed chase tore through the quiet early hours of Saturday morning in Tamworth, as police pursued a driver already banned from the road until 2027.
Young people take the lead for Youth Week 2026 in Glen Innes
Youth Week (9–17 April) is coming, with Glen Innes young people leading a packed program of events across the region.
Emergency foster carers to receive first crisis payment boost in over 20 years
Emergency foster carers will receive their first crisis payment increase in over 20 years, with support more than doubling to $200 per child.
Moree health worker assaulted leaving work
A front line health worker has been assaulted while leaving work at Moree Hospital on Thursday night.
Country mayors launch ‘Invest in Us’ campaign calling for more federal funding
Regional mayors are calling for more federal funding, launching a new “Invest in Us” campaign to support local councils and services.
Last days to weigh in on mobile connectivity bill
Locals have just days left to have their say on a proposed mobile connectivity bill, with submissions closing 8 April.
ABC breached code over Four Corners ‘Water Grab’ episode
The Australian Communications and Media Authority has found the Four Corners episode “Water Grab” breached accuracy and impartiality provisions in the Australian Broadcasting Corporation Code of Practice, following a complaint by Cotton Australia.
APVMA delays criticised as performance falls below target
New performance figures from the Armidale based Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) have prompted renewed criticism from industry
Appeal for family of 22 year old truck driver who died in horror crash
A fundraising appeal has been launched to support the young son of 22-year-old Kempsey man Daniel Meehan, who died following a horror truck crash on Thunderbolts Way near Walcha earlier this week.
