School holidays set to come alive across the Moree plains
EVERYTHING from tennis clinics to popcorn-fuelled movie days and colourful outdoor fun, children across the Moree Plains Shire are in for an action-packed school holiday programme, thanks to Council’s community development team, headed up by Yasmine Purcell. Based at the Big Sky Library, Yasmine has become a familiar face across the region to deliver engaging
Marlene and Hudson to star at Moree Show
BINGARA’S Marlene Brewer and her border collie, Hudson – well-known across Australia for starring in much-loved ABC series Muster Dogs – will be special guests at the 2026 Moree Show. Marlene, a Bingara farmer for 40 years, trained Hudson to become a champion working dog and together, they’ll demonstrate their craft at the Moree Show
Help needed to track fuel shortages in Parkes electorate
FEDERAL Member for Parkes, Jamie Chaffey, is calling on residents of the Parkes electorate to report fuel shortages in their area to a new website, as communities across regional Australia feel the sting of the nation’s fuel crisis. Residents can visit No Fuel Here and report fuel shortages in their areas. “I’ve spoken to people
NarraBRIGHT 2026 set to light up Narrabri this Friday
NarraBRIGHT 2026 is set to transform Narrabri into a glowing fantasy world on Friday, with the community and visitors invited to experience one of the region’s most anticipated events. From immersive light installations and large-scale projections to food, markets and live entertainment, this year’s expanded event will deliver a full night of colour, creativity and
Moylan says NSW Labor Minister silent as fertiliser shortage looms
THE NSW Nationals and Liberals have ramped up calls for the Minns Labor Government to urgently implement a strategy to support the agricultural sector amid the rapidly escalating fertiliser crisis. The state’s entire food chain is under enormous threat with price hikes and limited supply due to war-related supply disruptions, but Shadow Minister for Agriculture
Canola poised for expanded role in Australia’s biofuel future
AS Australians grapple with current fuel price hikes and supply challenges, a new report highlights the key role the nation’s canola could play as a biofuel in future energy transition and fuel security. The report, Fuelling the future: How the new biofuel demand wave could reshape Australia’s canola sector, by agribusiness banking specialist Rabobank, says
Mark Strahle elected as Narrabri Shire Councillor
MARK Strahle has been elected as Narrabri Shire Council’s newest councillor following the 2026 Narrabri Shire Council countback election held last week. The appointment of Mr Strahle is a fitting replacement for Amanda Brown, with the two candidates running for election as part of the same group. Narrabri Shire mayor Darrell Tiemens believes Mr. Strahle
Moree and Mungindi People’s Choice nominees in Top Tourism Town competition
MOREE and Mungindi are in the running for their respective NRMA People’s Choice categories in the NSW Tourism Association Top Tourism Town competition – and now it’s over to the Moree Plains community to help bring it home the trophies. The NSW Top Tourism Town awards are delivered by the NSW Tourism Association, and celebrate
Works begin to upgrade Narrabri Hospital Emergency Department waiting room
PATIENTS, carers, and visitors attending Narrabri Hospital Emergency Department will soon benefit from an upgraded and refreshed waiting room, designed to better meet the needs of the growing New England community. With construction starting this week, the $70,000 upgrade will increase seating capacity from six to around 20 chairs by reconfiguring the existing layout and
Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre passive and active pools reopen this week
AFTER nearly two years, the passive and active pools at Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre will reopen this week, with the community invited to celebrate with a free day at the MAAC. Moree Plains Shire Council mayor Susannah Pearse will swing the gates open free of charge from 10.30am tomorrow, Thursday, April 9. An official ribbon-cutting
