$68.2 million has been earmarked for the New England REZ road upgrades between Muswellbrook and Armidale and develop an oversize and overmass route around Tamworth.
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Posted inAgriculture, National News
Sheep flock set to shrink as supply tightens in 2026
Australia’s sheep flock is set to fall in 2026, with tighter supply and lower production expected across the industry.
Posted inFire, Local News
Bush fire danger eases for some
The Bush Fire Danger Period is coming to a close across the Upper Hunter, Liverpool Plains and Gunnedah, however, nearby areas including Narrabri, Gwydir, and Moree Plains will remain under restrictions until the end of April
Posted inInverell Shire, Local politics, Recreation, Sport, Volunteering
Volunteer shortage shuts Inverell mountain bike park
Inverell’s mountain bike park has closed after the local club failed to form a committee, with Council now seeking new operators, and the Mountain Bike Club pleading for new committee members.
Posted inBusiness, Consultations and feedback
What a small business wants
Small business owners across NSW are being invited to help shape a new advisory service, with entrepreneur Mark Bouris appointed to lead a 90-day review
Posted inNarrabri, What's on
Packed school holiday program across Narrabri Shire
Narrabri Shire Council has unveiled a packed school holiday program, with events, workshops and activities across the region.
Posted inEnergy, Federal Politics, Local News
Government proposes new supply powers as fuel crisis continues
Fuel crisis continues as government proposes supply powers and Chaffey calls for tax cut.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, What's on
Interactive art exhibition launches in Armidale
A major new media exhibition featuring robotics, VR and interactive art opens at NERAM this weekend.
Posted inArmidale, Business, Expos, conferences and meetings, Feature, Regional Development
Future Energy Forum to focus on jobs, costs and growth
A major Armidale forum will examine what the energy transition means for New England businesses, from costs and jobs to infrastructure.
Posted inCrime, Tamworth
Police blitz targets retail theft in Tamworth
Five people have been charged after a three-day police crackdown on shoplifting in Tamworth.