Nominate local legends for Moree Australia Day awards
MOREE Shire residents are encouraged to nominate local legends – individuals and groups – for the Moree Plains 2026 Australia Day Awards, to be held at Jellicoe Park on January 26. Nominations can be lodged online HERE or by using the QR code embedded in this story. Council staff and volunteers will have an information
Water users urged to ‘float to survive’ as drowning deaths surge
AS Australia prepares for another busy summer on the water, and many country folk head to the coast during the school holidays, lifeguards and water safety experts are issuing a clear and urgent message: floating – not swimming – could save lives. The 2025 National Drowning Report reveals 357 people drowned across Australia in the
New Year cheer: 15 billion containers recycled in Return and Earn milestone
RECYCLERS in New South Wales have benefited from $1.5 billion in refunds by returning a record 15 billion containers through the Return and Earn scheme. Enthusiasm for Return and Earn has seen the tally of bottles, cartons and cans returned through the network soar from 14 billion to 15 billion containers in less than six
Margaret Adams’ artwork safe at Bank Art Museum Moree
IMPORTANT works by Gomeroi artist Margaret Adams that were thought to be missing, are safely being held at Bank Art Museum Moree. A total of 11 pieces loaned to BAMM by collector Anna Winter, a former Moree resident, are held at the museum. Ms Winter sought clarification from BAMM when she was incorrectly informed only
Home in prime Moree location offers style, grace and ample living space
A magnificent residence in one of Moree’s most tightly-held residential pockets is Raine and Horne Moree’s featured property this week. The three-bedroom dwelling at 19 Dobbie Street – a prime in-town location – sits on a level, 1033 square-metre block above known flood heights. Selling agent Kelly Atkins said the home’s well-designed floor plan includes
Interim Queensland Cross-Border Commissioner appointed
GOONDIWINDI Regional Council welcomes the appointment of Damien Walker – Queensland’s most senior public servant – as Interim Queensland Cross-Border Commissioner. Mr Walker, who also serves as Director-General of the Queensland Department of Premier and Cabinet, brings significant senior-level experience and authority to the role, Council said. Goondiwindi mayor Lawrence Springborg said the appointment builds
National Farmers’ Federation announces new Chief Executive Officer
THE National Farmers’ Federation has announced Michael Guerin as its new chief executive officer, effective March 23, 2026. NFF president Hamish McIntyre welcomed the appointment, pointing to Mr Guerin’s proven leadership capabilities and passionate ag advocacy work. “Mike brings extensive experience to the NFF CEO role, through his current role as Acting CEO of NSW
FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Moree Lion Beth Hearn presented Australia Day Mayoral Award
FLASHBACK FRIDAY: She’s got a heart of gold – the heart of a Lion. Beth Hearn was lost for words – almost – at Jellicoe Park last year when Moree Plains Shire mayor Susannah Pearse presented the Moree Lions Club cornerstone with the 2025 Australia Day Mayoral Award. “This award is not just for me,
Moree Police to trial drones in an Australian-first exercise
MOREE Police will for the next six months trial an Australian-first drone system aimed at helping accelerate response times to emergency situations, help police operations and prevent crime in Moree by using covert and overt aerial exercises. The trial came into effect today. NSW Police Assistant Commissioner Andrew Holland and Superintendent Chris Nicholson from NSW
Coonabarabran: 11 people charged over an alleged brawl
NINE men and two women have been charged following an extensive investigation into an alleged brawl in Coonabarabran on New Year’s Day. At about 1.50am on January 1, police were called to a hotel on John Street, Coonabarabran, following reports of a brawl. On arrival, officers attached to Orana Mid-Western Police District located about 80
Chaffey’s Corner
IT’S 2026 and we are all approaching the new year a little older and hopefully a little wiser than before. Last year brought with it a horrifying event as we headed into Christmas. The terrorist attack at Bondi Beach shocked Australians and put the spotlight on the rise of antisemitism in our country. While two
Back-to-school appeal to address children’s education inequality
THE Smith Family today launches its 2026 Back to School Appeal, with an aim to secure more than 3500 new sponsors, so more children in need can access its flagship Learning for Life scholarship program. In the New England region alone in the 2024-2025 financial year, The Smith Family supported more than 550 students and
Major project underway to secure Goondiwindi levee
GOONDIWINDI Regional Council is undertaking a significant project to support the ongoing stability and integrity of the Goondiwindi town levee along the Macintyre River. Early planning marks the commencement of a substantial levee restoration program. Levee infrastructure has protected Goondiwindi from major flood events for 70 years and remains an essential component of the town’s
Sustainability the key to ag workforce puzzle
THE National Farmers’ Federation has called for a renewed focus on a sustainable agricultural workforce, urging policymakers to ensure the needs of regional communities are properly addressed. In a submission to the Value of Skilled Migration to Australia Inquiry, which closed this week, the NFF said while skilled migrants played an important supporting role in
Moylan named Shadow Minister for Prevention of Regional Crime and Shadow Minister for Agriculture
MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan was yesterday appointed Shadow Minister for Prevention of Regional Crime and Shadow Minister for Agriculture. Mr Moylan said the new roles reflect the priorities of the electorate and strengthens his ability to keep working hard for communities and farmers. “I’m surprised, but very grateful for the opportunity to work
Rachel’s A Night with Adele set to wow Tamworth Country Music Festival audiences
EVEN back in her school days, Rachel Cubis never once imagined she’d one day be performing at one of Australia’s biggest music festivals. But on January 16, Rachel’s tribute show, A Night with Adele, is a headline act during opening night of the Tamworth Country Music Festival. Rachel will perform A Night with Adele at
The 2026 summer lamb ad is here – and it’s a cracker
MEAT and Livestock Australia has unveiled its annual summer lamb campaign advertisement, celebrating lamb as the dish that brings Australians together. This year’s ad tackles the news that Australia slipped to 11th place on the World Happiness Index last year. However, it is proven through the work of Lambassador Sam Kekovich that nothing captures true
NSW SES records second busiest year on record, with 60,000 volunteer-led responses
THE NSW State Emergency Service recorded its second busiest year on record, responding to an average of 1100 incidents every week to exceed 60,000 jobs completed in 2025. NSW SES volunteers contributed more than 860,000 hours of service last year, and more than 2300 new volunteers joined the organisation during the last 12 months. Minister
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