In a clear indication that we are absolutely approaching an election, the NSW Liberals and Nationals have announced they’re going to refund fines issued to drivers for ‘low level offences’. But only after the election.
Posted inLifestyle, News, NSW Politics
Make sure you use your ‘back to school’ vouchers before they run out
With the first term of the 2023 school year fast approaching, parents are being reminded to tap into several vouchers aimed at easing the cost of living for local families, including back to school vouchers.
Posted inGlen Innes
New store in Glen Innes helps cut the costs of enjoying the outdoors
A new second-hand saddlery and fishing equipment store is opening in Glen Innes this weekend, helping to cut the costs of enjoying the outdoors.
Posted inEnergy, Environment, Investigation, News, Walcha
Bare minimum EIS for Winterbourne Wind project ‘very worst ever’
Northern Tablelands State MP Adam Marshall has called the environmental impact statement for the Winterbourne Wind Farm project at Walcha “the very worst EIS I have ever, ever seen” at a public meeting in Walcha.
Posted inArmidale, Local News
Last days to comment on revised ARC plans
The opportunity to comment on Armidale Regional Council’s Revised Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Resourcing Strategy 2022-2026, part of the documentation to apply for a Special Rates Variation, will close this Friday January 20.
Posted inHealth, News, NSW Politics
New assistance for IVF patients
Women who have IVF or other assisted reproductive technology treatments in private clinics can now claim a $2,000 rebate in an Australian first.
Posted inGuyra, Local News, NSW Politics
Guyra Men’s Shed switches to solar
The Guyra Men’s Shed will be installing a new rooftop solar power system thanks to a State Government grant.
Posted inCrime, News, Tourism
Scam warning: don’t buy tickets for dinosaur show in Queensland
Scammers have been taking advantage of school holiday travellers in Queensland by selling tickets to life size animatronic dinosaur shows that don’t exist.
Posted inLocal News
New England property values boomed 12.6% in 2022 – but the peak has passed
New data reveals property values in the New England boomed 12.6% in 2022, but local real estate agent Kyle Garrahy says the peak has passed.
Posted inBusiness, Local News, NSW Politics
Regional job grants helping grow local business – next round open
The Regional Job Creation Fund has so far helped create over 500 jobs in the New England North West, and is set to create more with the next round of grant applications open now.