Glen Innes local Merle Elliott has been presented with a NSW Government Community Service Award in recognition of her almost half-a-century of dedicated volunteer service to the community.

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Rural Women’s Gathering in November to celebrate strength
Women from across rural, regional and remote NSW can register now for the revamped 30th annual Rural Women’s Gathering.
UNE launches new course for transition and succession planners
UNE has launched the first two dedicated university qualifications for transition and succession planners.
Memberships on hold during essential upgrades at Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre
Moree locals who have a membership at the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre (MAAC) will have their memberships placed on hold throughout October while essential works are completed.
New Regional Director for Business NSW
Diane Gray has joined Business NSW as Regional Director for New England North West
Arts micro grants applications open now
Arts North West is currently offering ‘Quick Response Micro Grants’ with applications closing Wednesday, October 18.
Nominations for the 2023 Tamworth Regional Sports Awards closing soon
Nominations for the 2023 Tamworth Regional Sports Awards are now open but are closing on October 5.
Varroa Mite response switches to management
15 months of intense effort and millions of dollars to eradicate the challenging varroa mite from Australia has failed, and authorities and bee keepers will now transition to managing the pest long term.
Meat & Livestock Australia launches new bushfire preparation and recovery manual
Ahead of this year’s summer bushfire season, Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has created a new manual to help livestock producers prepare and recover.
Have your say on the future of Moree
People in the Moree Plains Shire are being invited to have their say on the future of the area in a survey that closes on Friday.