Taylor Oval

Heritage testing next step for Taylor Oval aquatic centre

Heritage NSW is considering a permit for archaeological testing at Taylor Oval, with Council expecting a decision around mid-November.

October 1, 2026
Fatal Crash

Man dies in crash - Moree

MEDIA RELEASE – NSW POLICE A man has died following a crash in the state’s north. Shortly before 2pm today (Sunday 27 September 2026), emergency services were called to Newell Highway, near Success Park Road, Moree, following reports of a two-vehicle crash. Officers from New England Police District attended and found a car and truck

September 27, 2026
LATEST CRIME STATISTICS

Motor vehicle theft and break-ins fall sharply across Moree Plains

Motor vehicle theft and non-dwelling break-ins have fallen significantly across Moree Plains, but new crime figures also show sharp increases in intimidation, AVO breaches and some other offences.

September 22, 2026
NSW Police

Investigation underway after man critically injured in stabbing - Boggabilla

NSW Police Media Release An investigation is underway following a stabbing in the state’s north yesterday. About 6pm (Sunday 20 September 2026), emergency services were called to a unit on Brown Street, Boggabilla, with reports a man had been stabbed. Officers attached to New England Police District arrived and found a 20-year-old man with serious

September 22, 2026
Council Election

Pearse and Tighe returned unopposed to lead Moree Plains Council

Cr Susannah Pearse and Cr Wayne Tighe will remain Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Moree Plains Shire Council after both were re-elected unopposed on Thursday.

September 17, 2026
NSW Police

Man charged, ammunition seized after pursuit near Moree

NSW POLICE MEDIA RELEASE A man has been charged following a police pursuit in the state’s north yesterday. About 12pm (Monday 14 September 2026), officers attached to New England Police District attempted to stop a Toyota utility on Carrigan Road, Boomi, about 90km north-west of Moree, following reports the vehicle had allegedly been stolen from

September 15, 2026
PolAir-Remote

Moree police drone trial extended for another two years

Moree residents have given strong backing to the POLAIR Remote program, while questions over its total cost remain unanswered.

August 29, 2026
Aboriginal Justice

Circle Sentencing begins at Moree Local Court

Aboriginal Elders and respected community members will have a direct role in the alternative sentencing process, while the magistrate retains the final decision.

August 28, 2026
Analysis

Released report reveals case behind MAAC halt and Taylor Oval proposal

A confidential February 2025 report has revealed the financial pressures behind the decision to stop the MAAC redevelopment, as well as the broader case put to councillors for investigating Taylor Oval.

August 24, 2026
Councillors in conflict

When the rules become part of the argument

A Moree Plains council meeting became bogged down in interruptions, rulings and apologies before one councillor was expelled. The bigger question is what happens when the rules meant to contain heated debate become part of the conflict.

August 21, 2026
Operation Soteria

Teens charged over string of alleged aggravated break and enters, vehicle thefts

Two teenagers have been charged over a string of alleged aggravated break and enters and vehicle thefts in the state’s north on the weekend.

August 19, 2026
Roads

Road works scheduled across Moree Plains this week

Grading, flood-recovery repairs and pothole works are scheduled across the shire this week, along with inspections and servicing on the state road network.

August 17, 2026