Services NSW has become the latest to add a Quiet Hour for the benefit of those with sensory disabilities like Autism.
Lia Edwards
Lia Edwards is a staff writer for the New England Times.
Posted inFederal Politics
Coulton celebrates 15 years in office
Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton is celebrating his 15th anniversary with a special dinner in Dubbo.
Posted inEnvironment
BOM issues El Niño alert; ski season in doubt
The Bureau of Meteorology says there is around a 70% chance of an El Niño developing this year, but it looks like the big dry is already threatening the ski season.
Posted inWhat's on
Water future to be discussed in Armidale tonight
Sustainable Living Armidale’s Sustainable Water Futures action group has organised a forum tonight on water prices and plans, giving you the opportunity to ask Council some questions.
Posted inGeneral News, Health
Migraine medications struggle to get PBS listing
Migraine has been redefined as a genetic sensory processing disorder but the new medications that can manage the complex condition are struggling to get on the PBS.
Posted inAwareness Events, Indigenous, Tamworth
Flag raised for Reconciliation Week
Tamworth Regional Council held a flag raising event at Fitzroy Plaza yesterday to commemorate National Reconciliation Week.
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure, Tamworth
Tamworth Intermodal freight facility operational by the end of the year
Work on the Tamworth Intermodal Freight Facility, within the Tamworth Global Gateway Park, is well underway, with the facility expected to be fully operational later this year.
Posted inAwareness Events
Table-top dig in Tamworth for National Archaeology Week
Two events are being held this week in Tamworth for National Archaeology Week, including the opportunity for older children to get involved in a table-top dig.
Posted inDomestic Violence, Housing
New Taskforce to look into better housing outcomes for Domestic Violence Victim-Survivors
The NSW Government is looking to expand the Shared Equity Home Buyer Helper program to include access for victim survivors of domestic and family violence.
Posted inEducation
400 ‘Admin Angels’ to be added to schools
400 additional administration staff will be added to schools to help teachers in a move welcomed by the Union.