Moree’s Taylor Oval suggested for National Heritage List: Nominations now open
SUBMISSIONS are now open for sites of significance to be considered for the National Heritage and Commonwealth Heritage Lists, with Taylor Oval suggested as a possible inclusion. There are currently 126 sites across Australia on the National Heritage List, including Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre and Myall Creek Massacre and Memorial Site, and nearly 400 on
Wee Waa health services still temporarily reduced after 38 months
THE NSW Liberals and Nationals are calling for the Minns Labor Government to properly fund and restore hours for Wee Waa Health Service as part of the upcoming Budget. Since May, 2023, Wee Waa Hospital has been operating on so-called “temporarily reduced” hours from 8am to 5.30pm. Shadow Minister for Health and Regional Health Sarah
CPA Australia: Tax advice from social media “finfluencers” or AI no substitute for expert advice
AUSTRALIA’S largest accounting body, CPA Australia, is urging taxpayers to seek professional advice this end of financial year, warning that relying on social media “finfluencers” or AI tools for tax guidance could lead to costly mistakes – particularly in light of significant Federal Budget tax reforms. CPA Australia tax lead Jenny Wong said the 2026-2027
A new look for Inverell Library with $500,000 grant
AFTER nearly 20 years since its last major redevelopment, Inverell Library will undergo a big overhaul with a $500,000 grant secured to modernise the current space. Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan said the funding was obtained through the State Library of NSW Public Library Infrastructure Grants program which is aimed at helping councils improve
Boars first-grade and women’s tackle beaten, with second-grade winners against Gunnedah
MOREE Boars second-grade shone some light on a dismal day at Gunnedah at the weekend, beating the Bulldogs 28-10 – but Moree first-grade and women’s tackle teams suffered their first defeats for the 2026 Group 4 rugby league season. Boars’ first-grade was routed 48-12 at Kitchener Park, with ladies tackle beaten 22-10. Second-grade, coached by
NFF: Vigilance critical following H5 bird flu detection
THE National Farmers’ Federation is working closely with the Federal Government and members following the confirmation of H5 avian influenza in two wild seabirds on Western Australia’s southern coast. NFF President Hamish McIntyre said the detection in a brown skua and a giant petrel was serious but manageable, with Australia well prepared. “Australia has successfully
More Cash gets Wilson more cash with tough Talmoi Cup win Saturday
SCRAPPING the 1400m class 2 handicap at Talmoi picnic races because of insufficient numbers at acceptance time was a blessing in disguise for Inverell trainer Ridge Wilson when More Cash grabbed a narrow win in the 1400m AFF Warren and Ruth Hunter Memorial Talmoi Picnic Cup at round three of bush racing’s Golden Triangle on
NRMA battery checks from Hill Fitzsimmons Moree help motorists avoid costly breakdowns
A vehicle’s battery is one of its most important components, yet it is often overlooked until problems arise. A healthy car battery is essential. After all, it is responsible for starting the engine and powering a range of systems, including onboard computers, central locking and keyless entry. Moree NRMA country service centre proprietor Doug Hill encourages
A good Pub Feed and plenty of Shut Eye after track records smashed at Talmoi Saturday
TWO wins and two track records – members of Moree’s Our Next New Horse Syndicate celebrated their first success at the Talmoi track in fine style when Shut Eye and Pub Feed both smashed track records at Garah on Saturday. Shut Eye, stepping back in distance after finishing fourth in the 1400m Mallawa Cup two
Picnic riding legend Bobby Mackay, 86, trackside at Talmoi today
AS riders strut their stuff out on the tricky Talmoi track today, sitting in the stands watching intently will be one of the greatest picnic jockeys of all time. Bobby Mackay, now 86 years of age and living at Inverell, rode extensively across the north and north-west in the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. He’s been
