New drought forecasting system launched
A groundbreaking drought forecasting system will make its debut in this month’s State Seasonal Update, published online today.
Cash bonuses to keep ADF members in military expanded
Australian Defence Force members will be given $50,000 bonuses to stay in the armed service for three years as part of a bid to boost retention rates.
TAS rowers snare gold at season’s first regatta
TAS rowers have had a cracking start to the season, returning with four gold medals from Newcastle Grammar School Regatta held at Berry Park near Maitland on Saturday.
Local groups encouraged to apply for infrastructure grants
Local not-for-profits, community groups and organisations are being encouraged to apply for the NSW Government’s Infrastructure Grants program
The most pampered pets in Tamworth are at Steph’s
It’s been fifteen years since Stephanie Slavin started pampering the pooches of Tamworth, and from starting out just clipping and cuddling the region’s dogs, and there’s no signs of slowing down for Steph’s Dog Grooming & Retreat.
Have your say on draft water sharing plans for Gwydir, Namoi and Peel
The draft Gwydir, Namoi and Peel Unregulated Rivers water sharing plans are now on public display, and the NSW Government is inviting the community to have its say.
Glen Innes’ green spaces up for review for community safety
Glen Innes Severn Council is looking at its green spaces in a review to enhance public safety and a healthy landscape.
All care, no responsibility: Minister ‘concerned’ but Electoral Commission denies problems
As the NSW Electoral Commission scrambles to defend its actions, the responsible minister has expressed 'concern' and kicked the problem to the tall grass of a parliamentary inquiry.
Investigating options to improve Yetman water quality
The NSW Government has helped kickstart a study that will look at a range of options to determine what upgrades are required for the Yetman water treatment plant.
Two local men charged with firearm and animal cruelty offences
Two men have been charged with firearm and animal cruelty offences after shooting dogs in an altercation at Stannifer