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Feature, Federal Politics, Health, NSW Politics, Wee Waa

Welcome to Wee Waa, don’t get sick

by RK Crosby2 days agoFebruary 26, 2025

Wee Waa has become the latest focal point in the region’s ongoing struggle for decent health services, with a shortage of nurses blamed for reduce operations at the small local hospital.

Education, NSW Politics

Minns government introduces education targets while schools remain under construction

by RK Crosby3 days ago

The Minns Government has announced a series of ambitious academic, HSC attainment and school attendance targets for public schools across New South Wales

Health, NSW Politics, Women

Greens move to end abortion deserts – including here in the New England

by Lia EdwardsFebruary 20, 2025

If you want a surgical abortion in the New England, you can’t have one. You have to go somewhere else.

Crime, General News, NSW Politics

NSW toughens bail laws again as jails reach breaking point

by New England Times Newsdesk with AAPFebruary 19, 2025

The number of young people locked up in NSW jails has spiked as more juveniles are refused bail after a controversial legislative crackdown and tougher rulings from judges. There were […]

Australia Votes 2025, Health, NSW Politics

More doctors go to the country, but hospitals still squeezed

by AAPFebruary 15, 2025February 27, 2025

Emergency departments at regional hospitals are under immense pressure, despite more specialist doctors working in the regions.

Entertainment, NSW Politics, Tamworth

Arts Minister John Graham praises growth of Tamworth festival

by Bec GracieJanuary 30, 2025

A senior NSW Government Minister has expressed his enthusiasm for the growth of country music and the success of the Tamworth Country Music Festival, highlighting the government’s ongoing support for the industry.