Picnic riding legend Bobby Mackay, 86, trackside at Talmoi today
AS riders strut their stuff out on the tricky Talmoi track today, sitting in the stands watching intently will be one of the greatest picnic jockeys of all time. Bobby Mackay, now 86 years of age and living at Inverell, rode extensively across the north and north-west in the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. He’s been
NRMA battery checks from Hill Fitzsimmons Moree help motorists avoid costly breakdowns
A vehicle’s battery is one of its most important components, yet it is often overlooked until problems arise. A healthy car battery is essential. After all, it is responsible for starting the engine and powering a range of systems, including onboard computers, central locking and keyless entry. Moree NRMA country service centre proprietor Doug Hill encourages
Brendan Moylan’s Weekly Report
I was pleased to announce $500,000 has been secured for major upgrades to the Glen Innes Library. The funding came via the State Library of NSW Public Library Infrastructure Grants program which helps councils across the state improve facilities at their local libraries. The Glen Innes Library hasn’t seen any updates since 2001 when it
Armidale and New England: Six people charged following domestic violence operation
POLICE have charged six people with 14 alleged offences following a domestic-violence focused operation in the New England region, with methylamphetamine, heroin, cannabis leaf, cannabis seed, two compact folding pistols and an amount of cash seized from a home in Guyra. On Tuesday, police from Western Region commenced Operation Shield in New England Police District
Drews reunites with Thiem for Talmoi Cup at Garah Saturday
SCONE jockey Eloise Drews heads to Garah tomorrow to reunite with Thiem – impressive winner of the Boolooroo Cup at Moree picnics last month – in the 1400m AFF Warren and Ruth Hunter Memorial Talmoi Picnic Cup at round three of bush racing’s Golden Triangle. Drews picked up the Boolooroo Cup ride on Thiem at
Kam Wheeler one of 80 remarkable women added to Hidden Treasures Honour Roll
THE invaluable contributions of 80 outstanding regional women volunteers is being celebrated with the unveiling of the 2025 Hidden Treasures Honour Roll, which includes Moree SES and Red Cross volunteer Kam Wheeler. Recipients were announced at an event in Albury recently, acknowledging the vital volunteer roles women and girls play in regional, rural and remote
Moylan welcomes Coalition commitment to back farmers and tackle feral pigs
MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan welcomes the recent NSW Coalition commitment to fund a $300 million biosecurity and control program for the co-ordination and management of feral animals, including a feral pig-targeted bounty scheme. Mr Moylan said these measures are aimed squarely to protect our critical primary industries sector and conserve our environment. “Agriculture
Nearly $1 million to tackle youth crime in western districts
NEARLY $1 million will flow to the Barwon electorate to help improve community safety and divert young people at risk of entering the justice system, through a range of locally-led initiatives. Four projects in Wilcannia, Walgett and Brewarrina will receive funding through the State Government’s Community Safety Investment Fund. Member for Barwon Roy Butler said
Tamworth: 43-year-old man charged with alleged pursuit and drug offences
OXLEY detectives have charged a man after an investigation into drug supply in Tamworth. Strike Force Bogangate II was established by Oxley Police District to investigate the ongoing supply of prohibited drugs in the Tamworth area. On May 22, officers from Oxley Highway Patrol attempted to stop a BMW sedan on Jewry Street, Taminda. When
Moylan: Nationals will bring back Regional Seniors Travel Card if successful at 2027 election
MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan announced only the NSW Nationals will bring back the Regional Seniors Travel Card if successful at the 2027 election. The Regional Seniors Travel Card will provide eligible seniors in regional NSW with a $250 prepaid card for fuel, taxis, and pre-booked train or coach tickets. Mr Moylan said Labor
New trade role to advance Australian agriculture’s global opportunities
THE National Farmers’ Federation is pleased to announce Ms Su McCluskey has been appointed the NFF’s Australian Agriculture trade diversification representative. Funded by the Federal Government’s Accessing New Markets Initiative, the Australian Agriculture Trade Diversification representative is a 12-month project promoting agrifood trade opportunities in new and existing markets. Ms McCluskey said she was excited
NFF: Farmers must not be overlooked in tax bill inquiry
AS public hearings for the Senate Economics Legislation Committee’s inquiry into the Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1) Bill 2026 continue, the National Farmers’ Federation is urging the Committee to keep Australian farmers front of mind. NFF president Hamish McIntyre said it is critical proposed changes to capital gains tax do not undermine the
Talmoi gets big nominations for round three of bush racing’s Golden Triangle
INVERELL gelding Connewarre has been given hefty weights in both feature races at round three of bush racing’s Golden Triangle at Talmoi on Saturday. The Wayne Oakenfull-trained five-year-old, winner of the Moree Bracelet last month, has been handed 76.5kg for the 1000m Helen Boland Memorial Talmoi Bracelet and 75.5kg for the 1400m Talmoi Cup. Oakenfull
Moree Clay Target Club set to host winter trap carnival
CLAY target shooters from across the region will converge on Moree next month for the Moree Clay Target Club’s annual Winter Trap Carnival, locked in for July 4 and 5. The two-day event will incorporate the Brian Kneipp, Frank O’Neill and Tom Boydell memorial events and feature a full program of competition shooting, graded events
Inverell Highlanders Rugby Club sees the light with $150,000 grant
THE days of training in the dark at Inverell Highlanders Rugby Club grounds are numbered, with a $150,000 grant secured to install new light poles around the ground. Last year funding was secured to upgrade the lights on fields 1 and 2, and the latest round of funding will finish off the project by providing
Goondiwindi goes for Gold: new bid worth $40 million in wider community benefits
THE promise the Olympic Games will go ‘Beyond Brisbane’ is being put to the test after a regional Queensland community has banded together to launch a public bid to bring the bush to Brisbane in 2032. The campaign Goondiwindi Goes For Gold is led by the multi-generational family business Goondiwindi Cotton, which has lodged a
Narrabri: Teen charged after loaded firearm and ammunition seized during motorcycle stop
A teenage boy has been charged after a loaded firearm and ammunition was seized during a motorcycle stop in Narrabri at the weekend. Officers attached to Traffic and Highway Patrol Command were conducting a vehicle stop in Narrabri at about 8.15pm on Saturday when they observed a motorbike being ridden by a male which appeared
Deepwater Railway Station set for new community use
THE Deepwater community is set to see one of its most recognisable local landmarks brought back into active use, with Glen Innes Severn Council approving a three-year Licence to Occupy for the Deepwater Progress Association at the Deepwater Railway Station. The decision was made at Council’s Ordinary Meeting on May 28, following an Expression of
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