The Newell Highway will join a number of roads across regional NSW to test out a new program of low-cost technology to prompt safer driver behaviour.
January 2025
Posted inEnvironment, Gunnedah
EPA issues clean-up notice for Mary’s Mount Landfill fire
The NSW EPA has issued a clean-up notice to the owner of Mary’s Mount landfill near Gunnedah, following a fire that broke out last year.
Posted inGlen Innes
Glen Innes Races called off, but one thousand punters still turn out for fashions, food and fun
Devastating news for the Glen Innes Jockey Club arrived early Saturday morning as race officials walked the 1400m track, declaring it “unfit for race day”, but that didn’t dampen spirits.
Posted inMoree
Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre ordered to close by SafeWork NSW
Following the unexpected closure of the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre due to a prohibition order issued by SafeWork NSW, Council expects to reopen soon.
Posted inEntertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
‘Fired up’: how Tamworth ignites Aussie country acts
Singer-songwriter Andrew Swift was once reluctant to use the c-word – country – to describe his sound, but everything changed after an epiphany in Tamworth.
Posted inConsultations and feedback, Public Transport
New bus options to improve transport between towns
New Englanders are invited to have a say on proposed NSW TrainLink coach timetable changes that are due to come into effect in mid-2026 to better meet the needs of the travelling public.
Posted inFederal Politics, Refugees
Australia breached human rights treaty, UN body rules
Australia remains responsible for the arbitrary detention of refugees and asylum seekers in offshore processing facilities in Nauru, a UN committee has ruled.
Posted inAgriculture, Fire, Local News
New England farmers urged to trial fire vehicles
Farmers are urged to take part in a trial of Farm Fire Units in NSW as unprecedented bushfires continue to burn in the United States.
Posted inAgriculture, Education, Local News
Help conserve the New England’s natural beauty with tips from TAFE NSW
With domestic tourism booming during summer holidays, it’s vital we all follow simple steps to conserve our local environment.
Posted inEntertainment, Tamworth
Line up announced for Tamworth’s country music night of nights
The final countdown is on, with just over two weeks to go until the 53rd Golden Guitar Awards in Tamworth. Check out who will be on stage here.