O’Neill boys and Johnstone Concrete step in to help Moree RSL Sub-Branch
WHEN Moree RSL Sub-Branch needed a hand pouring a small concrete slab for specialised seating at Max Wales Memorial Park, branch president Jeff Biddle knew who to call. Mr Biddle wasn’t expecting the work or materials for free – far from it. The Moree sub-branch was prepared to pay for the work, but again the
Rob and Suzie nutting out ideas for Moree on a Plate
PALLAMALLAWA couple Rob and Susie Long are long-time exhibitors at the Moree on a Plate Festival. It was nearly 30 years ago when they first started nutting out ways to capitalise on their then-newly purchased parcel of land on the fertile banks of the Gwydir River. While not vast enough for broadacre farming, but boasting
Push to boost patient travel support amid soaring fuel prices
MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan is calling on the NSW Government to increase support for rural and regional patients travelling for medical care as fuel prices continue to climb. Mr Moylan said the current 40 cents per kilometre subsidy under the Isolated Patients Travel and Accommodation Assistance Scheme is no longer keeping pace with
Chaffey and Tehan: Energy crisis hitting families in Parkes electorate
FEDERAL Member for Parkes, Jamie Chaffey, and Shadow Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction, Dan Tehan, said shocking new data has revealed the impact the Albanese Labor Government’s disastrous energy policies are having on families in the Parkes electorate. According to the Australian Energy Regulator, more than 70,000 families in New South Wales were unable
Moree Show first-timer Kat Downey named most successful fine arts exhibitor
FOR emerging Moree artist Kat Downey, entering the fine arts section at the Moree Show was a last-minute decision – being named most successful exhibitor was an unexpected bonus. “It’s amazing, I didn’t even really think about entering anything until the last minute,” Kat said. “The drawings I submitted were all based off images I
Moree’s War Memorial Hall to reopen Anzac Day
MOREE Plains Shire Council mayor Susannah Pearse will pay tribute to Moree’s grand old dame, the 103-year-old War Memorial Hall, when it is reopened to the public on April 25 as part of the Moree RSL Sub-branch’s official Anzac Day commemorations. The hall was officially opened on April 17, 1923, by the Governor of New
Flagship tourism and visitor economy conference to be held in Maitland
LOCAL Government NSW will deliver its flagship 2026 Destination and Visitor Economy Conference to Maitland on May 27-28-29. The highly coveted NSW Top Tourism Town Awards will also be presented as part of the program, with Moree and Mungindi in the running for their respective NRMA People’s Choice categories. Public voting is open until Sunday,
Goondiwindi Council reviews current and upcoming budget
GOONDIWINDI Regional Council mayor Lawrence Springborg said Council is carefully considering its options as the end of the financial year draws closer. “As we enter the final quarter of this financial year and begin preparations for the next budget, Council is carefully considering its options,” Cr Springborg said. “Like households and businesses across the country,
New agreement secures future of Armidale Airport Café
ARMIDALE Regional Council has entered into a new arrangement with UNE Life that secures the future operation of Armidale Regional Airport’s Café, restoring an important service for travellers and the wider community. At its Ordinary Meeting on Wednesday, March 25, Council noted the finalisation of a 12‑month Memorandum of Understanding with UNE Life to operate
New poll reveals the state of young people in 2026
A growing cohort of young people are turning to artificial intelligence for mental health support, as new polling reveals the top issues keeping young people in New South Wales up at night. The new poll results come from the NSW Office for Youth ahead of 2026 Youth Week, which starts Thursday. Results of the 2026
Petitions and surveys: Moree needs a 50m pool, but not at Taylor Oval
A groundswell of support across the Moree Plains Shire shows ratepayers, residents and visitors to the black-soil plains do not want a 50-metre swimming pool at Taylor Oval. Social media surveys and online petitions clearly indicate an overwhelming “no” vote to Moree Plains Shire Council’s plan to construct a 50-metre pool complex at the site.
GEGHA project enters next phase with hydrogen and ammonia development to commence
CONSTRUCTION of the Good Earth Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Project west of Moree will officially begin on Monday, April 13, with the green light given this week from the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure. The construction launch marks a major milestone for a project that will help strengthen regional energy security and support
The 2026 Moree Show hailed one of the best
FOR 12 months of the year, the Moree Show Society committee works behind the scenes to put on two days of entertainment excellence – and the hardworking team, led by president Brendan Munn and his wife, show secretary Karen Munn, had all bases covered at the 2026 Moree Show at the weekend. The 142nd edition
Stand-up comedy night planned for aspiring Moree comics
THERE could soon be a few new names on Moree’s comedy circuit – if locals are brave enough to grab the microphone. Social Co House is calling on aspiring comedians, storytellers and self-proclaimed funny people to put their hand up for a stand-up comedy night planned for Saturday, June 27. The event is being developed
Farmers in search of workers urged to join program
THE AgCAREERSTART team is calling on farmers to sign-up to its popular gap-year program. The program connects young people interested in an agricultural ‘gap-year’ with farmers who are looking to hire workers. National Farmers’ Federation president Hamish McIntyre urged producers to take advantage of the opportunity. “If you know a farmer who needs a junior
QANTAS opens applications for 2026 regional grants program
QANTAS is inviting not-for-profit community groups across regional Australia to apply for a share of $2 million in funding as the airline’s Regional Grants program takes off for another year. Now in its fourth year, the Qantas Regional Grants Program is aimed at strengthening regional communities by helping organisations deliver essential services, expand opportunities and
Funding available for innovative women’s sport projects
NEW South Wales sporting organisations can apply for a share of $500,000 funding for innovative initiatives that will increase participation in sport by women and girls, on and off the field as part of the Play Her Way innovation program. The Play Her Way women’s sport strategy is a four-year plan to facilitate opportunities for
Muz Hartin remembers: Take Me Back To The Show
BUSH poet Murray Hartin has written some incredible poetry over the years, and his recollections of the Moree Show as a kid, really hits the mark. It was a time when sideshow alley spielers would yell “push your way in, and push your way over,” and “headless, topless and alive! How does she eat? How
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