Polls open in Northern Tablelands by-election
Early voting starts today across the Northern Tablelands for the by-election created by the resignation of Adam Marshall
Tree changers expecting too much from life in the country
Country roads are increasingly taking city slickers to their new homes, but the great migration to our region is not all it is cracked up to be for councils.
Bad news for New England as parties set for another election focused on climate
We could be in for another election fought on climate and how the country reaches net-zero as parties hint at policies and strategies a year out from polling day.
AGCO Agriculture Foundation Donates $450,000 AUD to Rural Aid Australia
The AGCO Agricultural Foundation has announced a grant to Rural Aid to support farmers' mental health and wellbeing across Australia.
More regulation urged for banks ‘failing’ rural towns
An inquiry into rural bank closures has handed down its final report after a year of hearings and 610 written submissions. It recommends tougher regulation.
Uralla Medical Centre to close, but situation not as dire as last year
Uralla Medical Centre will lock its doors at close of business on Friday 7th June, not to be reopened until another GP can be found.
Teacher recruitment support expanded across NSW
Several New England Schools will receive additional supports to engage with quality teachers and address the teacher shortage crisis.
More life-saving equipment for the New England
Grassroots sports across the New England will receive funding for new life-saving defibrillators at local facilities. See who made the list.
Shimmy for a Cause on World Belly Dance Day
New England dancers will join in spreading a wave of feminine empowerment across the globe as World Belly Dance Day raises awareness of gender-based violence and domestic abuse.
Shaping the future of Nundle and Hanging Rock
Want to see the future plans for Nundle and Hanging Rock? Two draft masterplans are on public exhibition, aimed at guiding the growth and development of key recreation areas in Nundle and Hanging Rock, into the future.