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
Service during worst floods in NSW’s history to be recognised
MORE than 34,000 emergency services volunteers and personnel will be recognised at events held across New South Wales, honouring their extraordinary efforts during the state’s flood response between 2021 and 2023. Moree suffered major flooding in March-April, 2021 and again in October, 2022. The Premier’s Flood Emergency Citation honours individuals who played a significant role
Chaffey calls for immediate halving of fuel tax as national fuel crisis deepens
FAMILIES and small businesses from the Parkes electorate are being hit hard by a deepening national fuel crisis, with the Coalition calling on the Albanese Government to immediately halve the fuel tax for three months to deliver urgent relief. Federal Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey says this is a practical step the Government can take
NSW Government issues formal notices seeking fuel information
THE NSW Minister for Energy has issued formal information notices to a number of liquid fuel companies, as New South responds to fuel distribution challenges arising from the conflict in the Middle East. The NSW Government last week sought voluntary information from major fuel companies about historical stocks and sales as well as future orders
NSW Mayors voice concerns over impacts of fuel shortages
THE fuel crisis is hitting remote, rural and regional communities hard, with farmers, freight carriers, tourism operators and local government all expressing concerns about the lack of supply and the impact it’s having on running their operations. Country Mayors Association of NSW chairman Rick Firman said, given the impact on the communities, the CMA welcomes
Tamworth Skywalk project climbs towards completion
THE Tamworth Skywalk project has reached a significant construction milestone, with the installation of the bridge across Scenic Road and the stairs up to Scenic Road from the boardwalk below taking place over the past two weeks. The bridge represents a key step in connecting sections of the Skywalk boardwalk above and below Scenic Road,
MPs demand fuel guarantee for regional communities and businesses
THE NSW Nationals are calling on the Minns Labor Government to use its emergency powers to guarantee diesel and fuel supplies to regional New South Wales. Member for Northern Tablelands and Shadow Minister for Agriculture Brendan Moylan has moved a motion in Parliament backing farmers and regional communities. “Without a clear direction to prioritise the
Inland Rail delivers first solar‑powered level crossings near Moree and Narrabri
INLAND Rail has recently upgraded two level crossings near Moree and Narrabri to operate on fully solar-powered systems as part of finishing works on the Narrabri to North Star Phase 1 section of the project. The level crossings – one north of Moree and the other north of Narrabri – are the first on the
Demolition works continue with Narrabri bridge replacement
WORKS to remove the old Violet Street Bridge in Narrabri are continuing as part of its replacement with a stronger, wider and more accessible bridge. The old bridge deck has been removed with the next phase moving onto piling works for the new bridge foundations. This will include the installation of temporary supports on the
Chaffey launches tool to track fuel shortages in Parkes electorate
FEDERAL Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey today called on residents of the Parkes electorate to report fuel shortages in their area using a new website, as communities across regional Australia feel the sting of the nation’s fuel crisis. “I have had many calls and emails from concerned residents, farmers and business owners who just can’t
