Choice calls for a national price gouging ban
CONSUMER group Choice has launched a campaign in response to rising prices. As prices continue to soar across the economy, especially fuel, consumer group Choice is launching a new campaign calling on the Federal Government to ban price gouging whenever and wherever it happens. Choice head of policy, Morgan Campbell said, with global disruptions causing
Vietnam vet Murray Shaw donates new PA system to Moree RSL Sub-Branch
VIETNAM veteran Murray Shaw recognised the problem immediately. Mr Shaw, a long-serving member of Moree RSL Sub-Branch, was at a sub-branch ceremony earlier this year when he noticed the portable public address system was malfunctioning. The system dropped in and out in jagged bursts, with an underlying crackle that cut through and distorted the speakers
Australians reduce driving but still look forward to school holidays
MORE than half the nation is choosing to change their driving habits during the Middle East conflict, helping to reduce strain on the family budget, according to the NRMA. A national survey of about 1800 NRMA members found that 52 per cent of petrol and diesel vehicle drivers have cut back on driving in the
Get snapping! Images wanted for 2026 Moree Show photography competition
WITH the 2026 Moree Show fast approaching, shutterbugs are urged to enter their favourite images for the photography competition. The competition, proudly sponsored by McGregor Gourlay Moree, is a highlight of the show each year and regularly attracts a strong field of entries from photographers of all ages and skill levels. Organisers encourage anyone with
Moree on a Plate calls for expressions of interest from producers and stallholders
MOREE’S black-soil plains are part of Australian society’s beating heart. It’s where the wheat is grown that fills pantries with pasta, bread, noodles and biscuits, and where cotton clothing is born. A region rich in agricultural production, helping feed and clothe the world, the Moree community enjoys a great appreciation for fresh produce and seasonal-based
Moree Show junior-novice rodeo entries are now open
ENTRIES are now open for the Moree Show rodeo, an ABCRA-affiliated event scheduled to jump from the chutes at 6pm, Friday, April 10. This year’s edition, again brought to Moree by Gill Bros Rodeo, heralds a new format, with junior riders and rising stars being called to the ring. Moree Show Society president, Brendan Munn,
Moree’s Amber Muller’s high-paced Pulse Alive journey continues in 2026
TWO years ago, Moree Secondary College student Amber Muller had never heard of Pulse Alive – until MSC arts co-ordination officer, Leigh Carroll, encouraged her to perform at Pulse Moree. Pulse Alive is a vibrant celebration of creativity, connection and opportunity in the performing arts, and showcases thousands of singers, dancers, actors and musicians from New
Moree audiences set to blast off with MACT’s Robots+Rockets Friday-Saturday
THE galaxies have become a whole lot louder – and a lot more scandalous – with the news Moree Arts Community Theatre will take to the stage at Moree Services Club this week with a brand new offering. Robots+Rockets, directed by the possibly unhinged Stevie Drenkhahn, is full of high-voltage hedonism, sci-fi sass and high-energy
NSW Governor Margaret Beazley: Chalky Rice is a hero, an absolute legend
THE next time state pollies invite the NSW Governor, Her Excellency Margaret Beazley, to their Macquarie Street premises, they better be on their best behaviour. Her Excellency and her husband, Dennis Wilson, were in Moree last week for a three-day tour of the region, and called into Chalky’s Boxing Gym to catch up with one
Lichi Percussion and Chili Drums ensemble goes bam at BAMM
HARMONY on the Plains on Friday brought a huge and diverse audience to Moree Public School with equally diverse and cultural entertainment, including the powerful Lichi Percussion and Chili Drums ensemble. The group, from Sydney and the Newcastle regions, showcased the history and meaning of time-honoured West African rhythms. And audience participation plays a big
