Cotton growers are being warned visa uncertainty could hit the seasonal workforce needed for picking and ginning, as industry leaders demand answers from Canberra.
Posted inEducation, Federal Politics, Good News, Workers and Unions
Free qualifications on offer for tradies
Up to 6,000 experienced tradies could get a free, faster pathway to formal qualifications, as a new national training program launches first in NSW.
Posted inLegal, Moree, Obituary
Moree born first female High Court judge dies
Pioneering Australian judge Mary Gaudron has been honoured for her contributions to Australia’s legal landscape after her death at age 83.
Posted inTamworth
Police drones pushed as extra safety tool for Tamworth and Gunnedah
Tamworth and Gunnedah residents could benefit from improved police response and community safety under a push to expand the NSW Police drone program.
Posted inAFL, Gunnedah, Inverell
Stunning day at Varley Oval for cracker AFL grand finals
Inverell turned the tables on the Tamworth Swans to claim the Regional Australia Bank Cup, while Gunnedah overcame a determined home side in the women’s decider during the AFL North West grand finals at Varley Oval on Saturday.
Posted inArmidale, Rugby Union, Sport
Blues come from behind to score back-to-back triumph
The Armidale Blues staged a second-half comeback to secure back-to-back first-grade titles, while Walcha, the Tenterfield Bumblebees and Glen Innes Elks also celebrated grand final victories. Read what happened.
Posted inEntertainment, Tamworth
White Elephant Ball returns for another big night supporting local youth
Tamworth is getting ready to dress up, dig deep and make a difference, with the White Elephant Ball returning for its 12th year in support of youth mental health.
Posted inIndigenous, Local News
NSW strategy aims to grow Aboriginal businesses and regional opportunities
A new five-year NSW strategy aims to help Aboriginal businesses overcome barriers, access funding and create opportunities across regional communities.
Posted inAwards, Entertainment, Local News
Tickets released for 2026 New England North West Business Awards
Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 New England North West Business Awards in Quirindi.
Posted inGood News, Science and Research, Uralla, Workers and Unions
The coolest job in Uralla making everyone’s GPS work better
Did you know Uralla has a space facility, working on a new program making GPS ten times more accurate across Australia and New Zealand? Lockheed Martin is hiring someone to run it, and admits it’s a bit of a unicorn job.