Moylan: Budget a mixed bag for regional communities
MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan says the 2026-27 NSW Budget presents a mixed picture for the electorate with some positive outcomes but falls short in some key areas. Mr Moylan welcomed the continued funding of the Moree and Glen Innes Hospital redevelopments and said the addition of a new public preschool in Inverell was
Chaffey’s Corner
Coonamble puts on a good show, and the Coonamble Rodeo and Campdraft is one of the biggest and best combined events in the southern hemisphere. I enjoyed being in amongst about 5000 cowboys and girls and spectators for this great event. Thanks Coonamble, and congratulations to all those who saddled up, climbed aboard and showed
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I was pleased to announce $500,000 has been secured for major upgrades to the Glen Innes Library. The funding came via the State Library of NSW Public Library Infrastructure Grants program which helps councils across the state improve facilities at their local libraries. The Glen Innes Library hasn’t seen any updates since 2001 when it
Moylan: Nationals will bring back Regional Seniors Travel Card if successful at 2027 election
MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan announced only the NSW Nationals will bring back the Regional Seniors Travel Card if successful at the 2027 election. The Regional Seniors Travel Card will provide eligible seniors in regional NSW with a $250 prepaid card for fuel, taxis, and pre-booked train or coach tickets. Mr Moylan said Labor
Chaffey’s Corner
IN the short time since the Federal Budget announcement, I have seen and heard a great deal of concern and confusion within the electorate of Parkes. Despite Labor’s repeated election promise they would not bring in any new taxes, they have done exactly that. Since they were elected, Labor has overseen the biggest fall in
Goondiwindi to host State Government Community Cabinet
THE Queensland State Government will host its next Community Cabinet in Goondiwindi in August. Premier David Crisafulli and Ministers will meet with Southern Downs residents, businesses and organisations to listen and focus on the priorities that matter most to the community, following strong advocacy from Member for Southern Downs James Lister and Goondiwindi Regional Council
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Several deserving Northern Tablelands locals received King’s Birthday Honours on Monday. Four people received Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) including Peter Kearsey who received his posthumously for his services to the Inverell community, Uralla’s Russell Clifton for service to the Rural Fire Service, Armidale’s William ‘Bill’ Oates for his work in the field
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A sum of $1.7 million was secured for Landcare programs across the Northern Tablelands under the latest round of the NSW Government’s Landcare Enabling Program. The funding will be shared between North West Regional Landcarers Inc in Bingara ($922,561) and the New England Landcare Network in Armidale ($830,899). These funded projects are based on local
Chaffey encourages the people Parkes to have their say
FEDERAL Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey is asking people within the Parkes electorate to have their say about what is important to them. In a new 30 second survey, Mr Chaffey is requesting residents throughout the electorate to list the issues that concern them the most. “One of the most important parts of representing your
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A total of $19,531 was secured for Walcha Clay Target Association to install a solar panel and battery system to replace the loud and expensive generator they currently use. This is great news for the hardworking club that is run entirely by local volunteers. Funding for Inverell Basketball A grant to purchase new equipment for
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A $108,000 grant was secured to install a permanent irrigation system at Glen Innes Rugby Park through the NSW Rugby World Cup Legacy program. The grant program is aimed at increasing inclusion and participation at rugby union clubs across the state by improving infrastructure and facilities. The funding win is great news for the Elks
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Although the dry conditions are hitting the region hard, there was still an excellent turnout at the 120th Warialda Show on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday last week. It was a pleasure to attend the official opening, catch up with Gwydir mayor Tiff Galvin, Sydney Royal AgShows NSW Young Woman 2026 Louisa Gilmour and former
Chaffey says Federal Budget for Parkes Electorate an epic fail
LAST Tuesday night’s Labor Federal Budget delivered by treasurer Jim Chalmers has been an epic fail for the electorate of Parkes, Federal Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey says. Ahead of the Budget, Mr Chaffey called on the 20 Councils within the vast electorate of Parkes to put forward their priorities. “There is a cost-of-living crisis,
Chaffey: Labor’s Budget breaks promises and destroys a fair go for the electorate of Parkes
FEDERAL Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey says Labor’s Budget of broken promises and cuts has obliterated a fair go for the electorate of Parkes, while doubling down on its tone-deaf reckless race to renewables and net zero fantasy. “The Prime Minister’s lies will increase taxes, lower living standards and cut funding to the Parkes electorate,”
Regional eyes on tonight’s Federal Budget
THE Albanese Labor Government will deliver the 2026-27 Federal Budget tonight, with bad news for regional Australia – including the electorate of Parkes – already making headlines. The government’s announcement this week that it will axe the Inland Rail project north of Parkes has been labelled a “disaster” by businesses, “devastating” by regional mayors, and
Coalition launches Rescue Inland Rail petition
THE Coalition has launched a Rescue our Rail petition, to fight for Australia’s critical Inland Rail project. Leader of The Nationals Matt Canavan said Labor’s decision to scrap the Inland Rail project halfway through was devastating for regional communities and must be overturned. “The Inland Rail project is nation-changing project, spanning 1600 kilometres from Melbourne
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THE Australian Celtic Festival was again held in Glen Innes from last Friday through to Monday. It was the year of Scotland at this year’s festival and it was another superb event with singing, dancing, food, reenactments and more. Congratulations to all the organisers and volunteers who pulled together this fantastic festival. The 2027 Australian
Chaffey’s Corner
It has now been a year since the people of the Parkes electorate elected me as their federal representative, and what a year it has been. In my maiden speech at Parliament House, I voiced my thanks to the wonderful people of this vast electorate for putting their trust in me to represent them at
Brendan Moylan opinion: If the government can establish tax-free incomes for an NRL venture, they can do the same for health in the bush
IF you want a quick read on the Government’s priorities, don’t wait for the Budget, just watch the rugby league transfer market. Right now, Canberra is happy to back tax-free deals that see players like Jarome Luai head to Papua New Guinea on about $1.2 million a year. And, fair enough, most of us would
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A total of $298,600 was secured to extend BackTrack’s successful Night Crew program. The program sees youth workers on Armidale streets three nights per week to engage with vulnerable young people. It was first trialled for 12 weeks in 2025 with fantastic results, including a significant reduction in break-ins and reported stolen vehicles. Armidale Regional
