Vale Dr John Egan
In Loving Memory of Dr John Egan 6/12/1929-12/6/2026 Dr John Egan moved to Moree in 1957 and joined Dr John Campion in general practice. Over the next 20 years, he worked or was on call around the clock, caring for patients from his surgery in Heber Street, his home surgery in Frome Street, and during
Domino’s Moree celebrates 10th anniversary with special junior soccer appreciation award
DOMINO’S proprietor Jill Adams has been recognised for her unwavering support of Moree Junior Soccer Club over the past 10 years – smack-bang on the 10-year anniversary of Domino’s in Moree. The store celebrates its 10th birthday today, and for the past decade has donated thousands of pizza vouchers worth tens of thousands of dollars
Moree history: Goodnight Mr Kibby
POLICE Constable William Badcock huddled against the fresh night air as he foot-patrolled the streets of Moree. It was a cold winter’s evening on June 22, 1910 – a still night, but bitterly cold. A full moon made visibility quite easy. Surely, pondered Badcock, it was too cold for people to be out at this
Budding artists encouraged to sow creativity in the Seeds of Science art competition
EMERGING artists across the New England region are being encouraged to explore the beauty of botany through the UNE Discovery Seeds of Science art competition being held in the lead-up to National Science Week. The competition, organised by the UNE Discovery Voyager team, led by project officer Rachel de Lastic, will celebrate the beauty, complexity,
Family and friends rally behind Moree resident Greg Johnston
A GoFundMe page has been launched for well-known Moree resident Greg Johnston, who is battling aggressive prostate cancer. The diagnosis has come as a huge shock to Johnno, his wife Tracey and their families, and everyone who knows them. Through every appointment, test and difficult conversation, Tracey has been by Johnno’s side every step of
Moree’s Bronte King and Charlie Bunce recognised in state parliament
MOREE primary school teacher Bronte King and local veterinarian Charlie Bunce have been recognised in NSW Parliament by Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan. Charlie Bunce this month retired from the veterinary clinic he established nearly 50 years ago and Bronte King’s extra-curricular activities include an expanding social media presence through her Teach with Bronte
NRMA: Government's own research highlights Cannabis driving risks
THE NRMA says research conducted by the NSW Government has reinforced concerns about the road safety ramifications of its own new cannabis driving laws, with a majority not using the drug as prescribed by their doctor. The little-known research of more than 5000 drivers found 54 per cent of people using prescribed cannabis were misusing
Greyhound Racing NSW: The truth is out there
GREYHOUND Racing NSW has launched a public relations campaign titled The Truth About Greyhound Racing, aimed at showing major reforms the industry has undergone and responding to misinformation being spread. The campaign received a tick of approval from NSW Minister for Racing David Harris at an event GRNSW hosted at Parliament House last week. The
Doyenne of the Moree turf Ann Livingston passes away aged 97
ANN Livingston, a well-known member of the Moree district whose life centred on family, the land, racehorses and her local community, has died at the age of 97. She was farewelled at a memorial service at Moree Town and Country Club on June 24. Born on February 26, 1929, Ann was the daughter of Gerald
Boars on Tour reunion planned for Moree, August 8
ON April 13, 1991, a busload of retired rugby league players from Moree jumped on a bus and took off to Deepwater for a day at the races. The cup that year was won by Johnny Berger’s Starbrook, ridden by Gary Baker, and some of these retired footballers had a nice little collect. The following
Local news provider Moree Online News changes hands
POPULAR local media website Moree Online News has been sold, with a new owner taking over the keyboard on July 1. Michael Phipps, from Moree Digital, has purchased Moree Online News from Bill and Cindy Poulos, who established the news platform in 2024. Mr Poulos said the sale came after two years of presenting news,
Brendan Moylan’s Weekly Report
A total of $500,000 was secured to upgrade Inverell Library and modernise the current space. The last time the library was upgraded was nearly 20 years ago and it is now beginning to show signs of wear and tear. The existing metal shelving will be replaced, the current chairs and tables updated, the junior section
Glen Innes: Man charged after firearms, drugs, Molotov cocktails and allegedly stolen property seized
A man has faced court, charged after firearms, drugs, Molotov cocktails and property believed to be stolen were seized near Glen Innes last week. Last month, officers attached to New England Police District commenced an investigation into rural property crime in the Glen Innes and Inverell areas. Following extensive inquiries, at about 9.50am on Thursday,
Jock’s Hire continues strong following across the Moree district
FOR more than 20 years, Jock’s Hire has been a familiar name in Moree, supplying equipment and machinery to builders, contractors, farmers, event organisers and home handymen across the region. Operating from its Coolibah Street premises, the locally-owned business has grown into one of the district’s leading equipment hire companies, offering a wide range of
July school holiday program offers activities across the Moree Plains
FAMILIES across the Moree Plains looking for ways to keep children entertained during the July school holidays will have a range of activities to choose from, with a program of events planned. The school holiday program will feature science workshops, tennis clinics, arts and crafts activities, cupcake and cookie decorating sessions and a family movie
Minns a no-show when 22,000-strong petition presented in parliament
MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan on Thursday delivered a petition to state parliament rejecting the new transmission line corridor from Walcha to Bayswater. He presented the petition on behalf of more than 22,000 signees and communities across Northern Tablelands and Upper Hunter. “Not only did Premier Chris Minns refuse to speak, but he didn’t
Boggabilla: Teenager charged following police pursuit, drug-driving incident
A 17-year-old boy has faced court following a police pursuit in Boggabilla, with police alleging the teenager climbed partially out of the vehicle while driving and filmed police and himself when spikes were deployed. The boy returned positive results for both methylamphetamine and cocaine. Officers attached to Traffic and Highway Patrol Command were conducting patrols
Moylan: Budget a mixed bag for regional communities
MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan says the 2026-27 NSW Budget presents a mixed picture for the electorate with some positive outcomes but falls short in some key areas. Mr Moylan welcomed the continued funding of the Moree and Glen Innes Hospital redevelopments and said the addition of a new public preschool in Inverell was
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