The 3G Network is being switched off: what you need to know
Concerns have been raised in some parts of the New England lately with Telstra customers being advised that the 3G network in their area is being switched off.
Coonabarabran flagged for new bushfire resilience program
A new program to boost the bushfire resilience of critical transport corridors by supporting Aboriginal cultural landscape management has been launched at four sites across regional New South Wales. Coonabarabran roads get the nod for the North West.
Ebor Falls viewing platform reopened
The completed new upper deck of the Ebor Falls visitor precinct was opened yesterday, more than four years after being destroyed by fire.
Moree’s growth and infrastructure plan: have your say
Moree and surrounding areas are expected to grow over the next 20 years with the arrival of the Inland Rail and the Special Activation Precinct (SAP). Now is your chance to have your say.
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Narromine to Narrabri Inland Rail Project receives Government Approval
Another step forward for Inland Rail with the Narromine to Narrabri (N2N) project receiving environmental approval from the Australian Government. It is welcomed news after a long delay for local communities.
Marshall says upgrades to level crossings needed now
Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall is calling on the State and Federal Governments to work together to provide major upgrades to railway level crossings
Bulunbulun Road closed for a month for major repairs
Bulunbulun Road between Breeza and Currabubula will be closed to all traffic from 29 January until 23 February, 2024 while they replace the concrete causeway.
Armidale road funding brought forward
Several years of roads funding for Armidale Regional Council has been brought forward to allow urgent repairs to done sooner.
Millions for Moree roads
Moree has received a massive $6.9 million cash shot-in-the-arm for Moree Plains Shire Council to repair and upgrade the region’s most beleaguered roads.
Werris Creek Intermodal upgrade approved
Liverpool Plains Shire Council has approved modifications to the Werris Creek intermodal facility operated by Crawford Freightlines.