Police flag fuel theft risk as diesel flows to regions
Police are warning farmers and rural landholders to be on alert for fuel theft as the federal government moves to release additional diesel supplies to ease shortages across regional Australia.
Moree Plains Shire Senior Citizen of the Year announced
Mungindi volunteer Mrs Loraine Nolan has been named the 2026 Moree Plains Shire Senior Citizen of the Year.
Ebb and flow of regional life at heart of Borderline exhibition
The resilience of regional communities will be highlighted in a travelling exhibition opening at the Gunnedah Bicentennial Creative Arts Gallery this month.
Community gathers for NSW Seniors Festival with food,music and good company
Seniors from across the Guyra district gathered at the Guyra Bowling Club this week for a special lunch and entertainment to celebrate the NSW Seniors Festival.
Local News
Nominations closing soon for Uralla Council by-election
Those wishing to nominate for the Uralla Shire Council Ward A by-election have until Wednesday to nominate, with a long list of candidates giving an insight to a potentially feisty state election in a year’s time.
New England runners ready to defend home trails at Washpool
New England runners will be out in force when the Washpool World Heritage Trails returns to Washpool National Park next weekend.
Hundreds of firefighters converge on Glen Innes for major training exercise
Hundreds of NSW Rural Fire Service volunteers and staff will sharpen their firefighting and emergency response capability at the 24th annual Northern Exercise at Glen Innes Showground this weekend.
Man charged after alleged high-speed police pursuit through Tamworth
A 23-year-old man has been charged after an alleged high-speed police pursuit through several Tamworth streets on Thursday night.
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Events
Sapphire City MarketsEnds: March 15, 2026
Classic Motor ShowEnds: March 15, 2026
Multicultural Festival 2026Ends: March 15, 2026
Tamworth Historical Society March Meeting: The Great Tamworth Flood of 1910Ends: March 18, 2026
VERGE Garden WorkshopEnds: March 21, 2026
Politics
Government still in denial on fuel supply issues
One retailer in Armidale has increased its prices over a three dollars a litre, while others have run out, and the government insists there is no supply issue.
Canavan new leader of the Nationals
Matt Canavan has been elected Nationals leader after David Littleproud’s shock resignation.
Littleproud quits as Nationals leader
Nationals leader David Littleproud has announced he is stepping down in a surprise decision, saying he’s ‘buggered.’
Water tensions spike as Basin review seeks community views
Northern Basin irrigators will be banned from floodplain capturing under new Menindee Lakes rules, as the once-a-decade Murray–Darling Basin Plan review begins.
Hanson dismisses Senate rebuke
Pauline Hanson has dismissed a censure against her by the Senate as an attack on One Nation following her rise in the polls.
Giving consumers confidence through regen verification
Farmers across the New England are increasingly embracing regenerative agriculture, but for some, the challenge is ensuring those efforts are properly recognised, measured and supported over the long term with a verification and certification program that works for them.
New $45 million program launched to fast-track feedlot innovation and adoption
Meat & Livestock Australia has launched a $45 million, five-year research program aimed at accelerating innovation and commercial adoption across Australia’s feedlot sector.
Energy and Environment
No fuel, no clue: Government blames panic buying as local suppliers run empty
If you see a Transwest truck on the road in the next couple of days, it’s likely to be empty. But the federal government says you’re the problem.
Narrabri drops to level 3 water restrictions tonight
Narrabri Shire Council says that they have reached Drought Management Plan trigger to drop from Level 4 water restrictions to Level 3.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT >
Restoring the past, reimagining the future at Jolly Good Emporium
Behind the doors of 168–170 Beardy Street, a 150-year-old building is being lovingly restored and reimagined, not simply as an antiques store, but as a heritage-inspired space where history, craftsmanship and community…
“People deserve health”: local gastroenterologist looks at the bigger picture
For local gastroenterologist Dr Pran Yoganathan, better health is at the intersection of clinical science, lived experience, and a deep curiosity about the systems shaping modern health.
BUSINESS
Telstra to upgrade 4G and 5G services in Glen Innes
Telstra will upgrade its mobile base station at Martins Lookout, which services Glen Innes, to improve 4G and 5G connectivity for customers in the area.
INDIGENOUS
New toolkit to help New England councils strengthen Closing the Gap partnerships
Tamworth’s landmark Aboriginal partnership is being highlighted as NSW launches a new Closing the Gap toolkit for local councils.
SPORT
Rowers point bows to Head of the River
Armidale School rowers will compete against the state’s best at the NSW Head of the River in Sydney this weekend.
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Good News
Families to benefit from Council partnership with Centacare
Glen Innes Severn Council has partnered with Centacare New England North West to continue delivering weekly playgroup services for local families, ensuring ongoing access to early childhood support through a strong, community-focused partnership.
Seniors Week 2026: New England celebrates “Live Life in Colour”
Communities across the New England region are preparing to celebrate the 2026 NSW Seniors Festival, embracing this year’s vibrant theme, “Live Life in Colour.”
