Ashton’s Great Australian Circus in Moree May 8-9-10
ASHTON’S Great Australian Circus will light up Moree for three days from May 8 with a brand-new production chock-full of dazzling acrobatics, thrilling motorbike stunts, mind-bending contortions and envelope-pushing archery acts you won’t see anywhere else in Australia. The Big Top returns to Moree from Friday, May 8 to Sunday, May 10 at Moree Showground,
Nick Whitehouse back at Maslina Bar and Grill for huge foodies’ weekend in Moree
MICHELIN Star-rated chef Nick Whitehouse is back in Moree, with a big Mother’s Day weekend planned for Maslina Bar and Grill. Maslina’s culinary journey, timed perfectly to coincide with Moree on a Plate food and wine festival, starts Friday with a wine degustation night featuring award-winning vineyard, Topper’s Mountain Wines. “The five-course wine dinner should
Moree Plains: Inland Rail budget cuts could cost shire millions
MOREE Plains today awoke to the news Inland Rail is facing major budget cuts to sections north of Parkes. Moree Plains mayor Susannah Pearse said this is concerning for residents and businesses that know the real benefit of moving produce from road to rail. “These people have been huge supporters of the project,” Cr Pearse
Federal Budget: Labor to slash Inland Rail Project
FEDERAL Member for Riverina Michael McCormack has slammed the Labor Government’s reported plans to slash investment in the Inland Rail. It comes as media reports reveal the Federal Government plans to end the line at Parkes, instead of the plan to build the Inland Rail to Brisbane. Mr McCormack said the upcoming Federal Budget was
Moree on a Plate boosted by MPSC Events Partnership $5000 grant
A $5000 grant from Moree Plains Shire Council will ensure the popular and flavoursome Moree on a Plate food and wine festival goes from strength to strength. Moree on a Plate, now in its 23rd year, will be held from 10am this Saturday, May 9, at Moree racecourse. Moree Plains Shire mayor Susannah Pearse said
Adam Mitchell digitalising lifelong memories of the Moree Plains
TO some, a dusty archive is just a room full of old papers. For Adam Mitchell at Moree Plains Shire Council, it’s a giant puzzle where every piece belongs to a local family. As the local studies and digitisation officer at Moree Community Library, Mr Mitchell isn’t just preserving history, he’s bringing it to life
Brendan Moylan opinion: If the government can establish tax-free incomes for an NRL venture, they can do the same for health in the bush
IF you want a quick read on the Government’s priorities, don’t wait for the Budget, just watch the rugby league transfer market. Right now, Canberra is happy to back tax-free deals that see players like Jarome Luai head to Papua New Guinea on about $1.2 million a year. And, fair enough, most of us would
Global fashion brands head to Namoi Valley to trace Australian cotton story
MORE than 50 delegates from some of the world’s leading fashion brands, retailers and non-government organisations have travelled from across Australia and overseas to the Namoi Valley, as part of Cotton Australia’s flagship Camp Cotton event – reinforcing growing global demand for traceable, sustainably produced natural fibres. Delegates from 18 countries, representing brands including BIG
Agriculture and manufacturing unite behind national ethanol and biodiesel mandate
FOR the first time, four of Australia’s most influential agricultural bodies – National Farmers’ Federation, GrainGrowers, Australian Sugar Manufacturers and Canegrowers – have joined forces to urge the Australian Government to introduce an immediate national mandate for ethanol and biodiesel to bolster fuel security, support regional jobs and unlock new value-adding opportunities for Australian agriculture.
Walgett: Critical incident declared following death of a man during police operation
A critical incident investigation has been declared after the self-inflicted death of a man in Walgett. Just before 8pm yesterday, Monday 4, police were called to a property on Wimbledon Road, Walgett, following reports of a concern for welfare for a 59-year-old man. Officers from Central North Police District conducted patrols of the property and
Moree Boars second-grade deflect swooping Magpies with decisive 36-18 win
SWOOPING Magpies missed their mark when a strong Moree Boars second-grade team trounced Werris Creek 36-18 before a big hometown crowd in the Group 4 rugby league competition at Boughton Oval on Sunday. The Magpies were game in defeat, but the Boars, led by captain Luke Hobday and co-coaches Charlie Shearer and Alf Newman, deftly
Moree’s Sri Lankan community celebrates centuries-old, traditional New Year
MOREE’S Sri Lankan community marked a vibrant and meaningful milestone by celebrating the Sri Lankan New Year on Saturday at the Moree Masonic Centre. The event, the first of many planned gatherings, brought together families and friends to share in a rich cultural experience and introduce the wider community to the warmth and traditions of
Armidale set for major economic boost as UNE scales up graduation
THOUSANDS of visitors are arriving in Armidale this week as the University of New England rolls out its largest graduation, bringing a significant surge in economic activity to the region. More than 2500 students will graduate across six ceremonies, held between May 4 and 9, with around 1200 attending in person. Each graduate typically brings
Farmers call for smarter management: Time to get the basin plan right
AS the first comprehensive review of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan has closed, the National Farmers’ Federation is calling on the Federal Government to seize the moment and deliver a smarter, more balanced approach to water reform and not repeat the mistakes of the past. NFF President Hamish McIntyre said the review marks a critical moment
Moree Boars first-grade march in with strong win against Werris Creek
MOREE Boars’ first-grade squad is only two rounds into the 2026 Group 4 rugby league season, but already a grand-final three-peat looks on the cards after they delivered a 40-18 hammering to Werris Creek Magpies at Boughton Oval on Saturday. Five-eighth Jamie Sampson led the first-half try-scoring spree with a four-pointer in the 24th minute
The girls are back in town: Moree Boars ladies start season with big win
A slow start led to a big finish when Moree Boars ladies tackle team comprehensively defeated Werris Creek Magpies 28-6 – six tries to one – at Boughton Oval on Sunday. After leading 14-6 at half-time, the girls well and truly announced they are back in town, leaving the Magpies scoreless in the second half.
Volunteering Connection Hub and Expo planned for Moree May 21
MOREE residents and wider communities are invited to attend an important volunteering expo at Moree Community College on Thursday, May 21. The Moree Volunteering Connection Hub and Expo, supported by The Centre for Volunteering and Department of Social Services, will showcase a number of not-for-profit community organisations and vital services that rely heavily on volunteerism.
NSW Police Class 368 attest as the largest in 13 years
THE NSW Police Force on Friday welcomed 349 new probationary constables, as Class 368 became the largest class to graduate in 13 years. NSW Police Force Commissioner Mal Lanyon, Governor of NSW, Margaret Beazley, and Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism, Yasmin Catley welcomed the new students on Friday. The graduating students will begin their first
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