Last night’s budget has come under intense criticism for ignoring small business and rural communities, while showering trinkets and favours on our biggest cities and businesses.
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Posted inAgriculture, Federal Politics
Food and fibre get millions to fend off Trump tariffs
The federal government has moved to defend Australia’s agricultural exports, as the sector prepares to have one of its biggest production years on record.
Posted inFederal Politics
‘Optimism’ in budget as Australia seen turning a corner
The cost of living will be centre stage in the government’s budget as many continue to do it tough, but a cabinet minister says there is reason to have hope.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, National News
Labor lays election groundwork with budget promises
The federal government is expected to lean into its strengths when it delivers funding for Medicare, infrastructure and the cost of living in its budget.
Posted inArmidale, Crime, Education
Police accused of striking student at Armidale Secondary College incident
An incident at Armidale Secondary College on Tuesday morning led to a school lockdown, and ended with arrests, people in hospital, a police officer accused of striking a child, and school leadership accused of suspending students who were not involved.
Posted inGunnedah, NSW Politics
Gunnedah Deputy Mayor fronts Integrity Committee in Sydney
EXCLUSIVE: Gunnedah Council Deputy Mayor Kate McGrath appeared before a parliamentary committee to answer questions regarding her role in selecting projects for the distribution of funds during the 2023 State election.
Posted inTamworth, Training and courses
Applications closing soon for CMAA junior course
Applications for the 2025 CMAA Academy of Country Music Junior Course, held in Tamworth from July 5-12, close next week.
Posted inCrime, Indigenous, Tamworth, Youth
New initiatives to address youth crime in Tamworth
Three programs are underway in Tamworth to try and address the causes of youth crime.
Posted inArmidale, Expos, conferences and meetings
Get your motors running for Ulysses Club national rally
From Harleys to Hondas- almost 900 Ulysses Club members will be rolling into Armidale on their motorbikes for the club’s national week-long rally until 29 March.
Posted inExplainers and backgrounders, Federal Politics
Explainer: Budget night jargon
If you’ve ever found yourself nodding along to budget coverage while secretly wondering what on earth they’re talking about, this list is for you.