Cattle Australia (CA) has welcomed a pledge by the Coalition to enact in full its plans for smarter biosecurity system to protect Northern Australia and the industry across the country, and is calling on Labor to follow suit.

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App-ealing features boost Service NSW accessibility, security and functionality
The NSW Government is enhancing the Service NSW app to improve digital accessibility, strengthen data security, and boost user experience.
New machine makes it easy to return and earn in Tamworth
Tamworth residents have a new location to recycle their bottles, cans and cartons with the opening of a Return and Earn machine at the Tamworth Home Centre.
Inverell’s sporting complex heading for an upgrade
Inverell’s netball courts have been awarded $73,349 to upgrade the field lighting at Inverell Sports Complex, a boost for all sporting users of the facility.
Bullrider airlifted to hospital after injury at Merriwa rodeo
A man, believed to be in his 20’s, has been flown to a Newcastle Hospital after coming off a rough ride at the Merriwa Rodeo in Friday Night.
Major overhaul of supermarket sector needed
An investigation by Australia’s competition watchdog has found the future of locally-grown fruit and vegetables is under threat unless major changes are made to the nation’s supermarket giants.
Renewable energy boom must deliver for people, nature, and regional communities
Community leaders from the New England and Hunter Renewable Energy Zones have travelled to NSW Parliament House to urge politicians from all parties to get behind the renewable energy transition and to ensure it benefits both communities and nature.
Dynamic new leadership team for Inverell Chamber of Commerce and Industry
The Inverell Chamber of Commerce has appointed a fresh and dynamic leadership team following its monthly meeting, signalling an exciting new chapter for local business advocacy and development.
Armidale students to represent NSW in National Science Competition
Two Armidale students have been chosen to represent New South Wales at the national science competition, iCubed Awards, run by the Australian Science Teachers Association.
Gunnedah Hospital’s new acute services building takes shape
The $53 million Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment has reached a significant milestone, with the structure of the new acute services building complete and new roof installed.