Schools will be closed tomorrow and the Defence Force has been mobilised to assist with sandbagging as over a million people prepare to be hit by Tropical Cyclone Alfred. The NSW SES is advising people in Lismore, Grafton, Coffs Harbour, Kyogle, Yamba, Maclean,Woolgoolga, Sawtell and Dorrigo to ‘Prepare Now’ for forecast heavy rainfall, intense rainfall, […]
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Election date questions ‘crass’ amid cyclone threat
A senior minister says talk of when the prime minister will call a federal election is irrelevant due to the threat of Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
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Cinema Under the Stars returning to Tamworth and Armidale next weekend
Cinema Under the Stars is returning to Tamworth and Armidale next weekend featuring the new sugary, sweet film, Wonka.
Posted inAgriculture, Australia Votes 2025
Ag groups welcome food security plan
Ag groups have welcomed the pledge from Labor that the government will develop a national food security strategy, Feeding Australia, to strengthen the country’s food system if re-elected.
Posted inFire, Gunnedah Shire, Gwydir Shire, Inverell Shire, Liverpool Plains Shire, Tamworth Regional
Total fire ban declared for Northern Slopes
A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Northern Slopes regions tomorrow, Wednesday March 5, with hot and windy weather on the way.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Explainers and backgrounders
EXPLAINER: Enrolling to vote for the federal election
Enrolling to vote or updating your enrolment is a simple process
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
MLA thanks Dr Jane Weatherley as she announces departure
Meat & Livestock Australia has announced that Dr Jane Weatherley, General Manager Research and Adoption, will conclude her role in April.
Posted inDorrigo, Local News, Sport
Dorrigo Rangers Return as NERU gears up for 2025 Season
Excitement is building for the 2025 New England Rugby Union (NERU) season, with the return of the Dorrigo Rangers adding another layer of competition to an already thriving league
Posted inLocal News
Butchers, bakers and senior decision makers top the list of jobs with regional income premiums
A new report has found you can earn a higher income by being based in regional Australia, rather than a major city.
Posted inArts, Awards, Narrabri
Annual Lillian Hulbert Memorial Prize awarded
A young person with an impressive career in sports, who demonstrates an understanding of leadership and has a clear focus for her academic future, has been recognised at this year’s Lillian Hulbert Memorial Prize. Matilda Currey was awarded the 2025 Memorial Prize at a ceremony held on Monday, in recognition of her excellence in sporting […]