NSW SES responds as rainfall increases across north-eastern NSW
COMMUNITIES across northern and eastern New South Wales are being urged to monitor conditions as the NSW State Emergency Service responds to widespread rainfall and thunderstorms. NSW SES members have responded to more than 240 incidents, as scattered thunderstorms bring moderate rainfall to the central east, northeast and northern inland. Rainfall is forecast to increase
Councils faced with “winding back the clock” on new Code of Conduct
CHAIRMAN of the NSW Country Mayors Association, Rick Firman, has expressed concern that councils across New South Wales must now “wind the clock back” on the implementation of the 2025 Local Government Model Code of Conduct as a result of the passing of a Disallowance motion last week. “It is unfortunate that our representatives in
Julie Dowleans named Narrabri Shire 2026 Volunteer of the Year Award
JULIE Dowleans has been named Narrabri Shire 2026 Volunteer of the Year this week as part of National Volunteer Week. Narrabri Shire Council today hosted a morning tea ceremony attended by finalists, community members and representatives from a range of local organisations, all coming together to recognise the invaluable contribution volunteers make across the Shire.
Wet weather bolsters enthusiasm for Mallawa and Talmoi picnic races
TICKETS for Mallawa and Talmoi picnic races are now available online, with much-needed rain this week signalling larger than usual crowds are likely at bush racing’s Golden Triangle. With round one at Moree done and dusted for another year, the carnival continues west and north of Moree over the next four weeks. Mallawa Picnic Race
Much-needed rain tumbles down in the Moree and district regions
SOME big falls of much-needed rain have been recorded across the district, with more than 50mm falling in the Moree township since 9am, Wednesday. Regionally, falls of between 25mm and 70mm have been recorded, with the rain still tumbling down early Thursday. More than 40mm has fallen in the Garah district, with falls exceeding 55mm
Goondiwindi Council extends residential building fee waiver for one more year
GOONDIWINDI Regional Council has extend an incentive that waives building application fees as well as applicable water connection, plumbing and drainage fees for new residential dwellings. The initiative aims to stimulate new housing construction and ease local housing pressures. The waiver applies to eligible building applications lodged until June 30 2027, offering savings of around
Skill shortages and labour solutions main focus at CMA meeting
SKILL shortages and labour solutions was the theme of the recent general meeting at the Country Mayors Association of NSW in NSW Parliament House. While recruitment challenges continue to impede economic development and housing projects in rural, remote and regional New South Wales, CMA members were encouraged by some impactful programs and genuine commitment to
Big Chill brings back the authentic music festival experience
THE Big Chill Festival at Armidale has reached new heights, with record ticket sales this year as its reputation as a regional favourite continues to grow. As the region’s biggest ticketed event, the festival is carving out a name for itself by bringing back an authentic festival experience with a community focus. With no major
Royal Flying Doctor Service celebrates 98 years this month
THE Royal Flying Doctor Service received unanimous support from the Country Mayors Association of NSW members at the vital service’s recent general meeting in NSW Parliament House. Earlier this month, the service celebrated 98 years at the Broken Hill base, commemorating nearly a century of unwavering commitment to delivering essential health care and emergency aeromedical
Tamworth: Ice worth $10,000 seized and drug and pursuit charges laid
A 43-year-old man has been charged following an alleged pursuit and drug seizure in Tamworth, involving ‘ice’ worth $10,000 and more than $7000 in cash. Officers attached to Traffic and Highway Patrol Command were conducting random roadside testing at about 11pm on Friday 22 May 2026, on Jewry Street, Tamworth, when a vehicle allegedly failed
Funding available for drought preparedness projects
MORE than $3 million in grants is now available to empower eligible agriculture-dependent communities to prepare for drought by building and maintaining social resilience. This is the second round of funding to be delivered by Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal through the Future Drought Fund’s Communities Program, funded by the Australian Government. Grants are
Moree: Man charged over alleged stabbing
A man has faced court charged over an alleged stabbing in Moree last week. Officers attached to New England Police District were called to a unit complex on Chester Street, Moree, at about midday on Friday, May 22, after reports of an assault. Police arrived and were told a man allegedly stabbed a 46-year-old woman
Moree Boars’ three grades, three wins, but not without incident
MOREE Boars first-grade came from behind at Boughton Oval on Sunday to beat Dungowan Cowboys 42-24 in a game marred by a second-half send-off and two sin bins. Boars captain-coach Jack Durheim was given 10 minutes early in the second half and five minutes from full-time, referee James Brown sent Dungowan lock Trent Taylor from
Inverell basketball nets funding support
INVERELL Basketball Association has a proud history in the local community in facilitating the sport for all ages and competitive desires. The association and its participants have now received a major assist with Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan announcing funding through the Local Sport Grant Program to purchase new equipment. “Inverell Basketball Association provides
Moree’s Kam Wheeler added to NSW Hidden Treasure Honour Roll
MOREE volunteer Kam Wheeler has been added to the 2025 NSW Hidden Treasure Honour Roll in recognition of her volunteerism across north-western New South Wales and wider areas. The award comes on the back of Kam being named NSW Adult Volunteer of the Year late last year. Kam, who attended the Moree Volunteering Connection Hub
Class prevails in RDO Equipment Moree Picnic Bracelet
CLASS prevailed at round one of bush racing’s Golden Triangle on Saturday when former Queenslander Connewarre bloused a strong field of sprinters in the 950m RDO Equipment Moree Picnic Bracelet. Connewarre, trained at Inverell by Wayne Oakenfull, parked off the speed under Scone jockey Ashley Boyd before charging clear in the straight to win comfortably.
Glen Innes Celtic Festival delivers $1.79 million boost to local economy
THE 2026 Australian Celtic Festival has delivered a strong economic result for the region, generating an estimated $1.23 million in direct visitor spend, with flow-on effects increasing total economic output to $1.79 million for the Glen Innes Severn economy. The Australian Celtic Festival attracted strong crowds, with nearly 4000 tickets issued across a growing program
Much-needed rain for the north-west possible this week
THE Australian Bureau of Meteorology forecasts widespread rain over much of north-western New South Wales this week, with good falls likely Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday to officially close autumn. BoM meteorologist Jonathan How said a broad area of low pressure will develop over south-east Australia, leading to patchy rain and isolated thunderstorms. “Widespread rain is
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