Bushfire survivors try to stop expansion of Narrabri mine
A new group called Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action are taking legal action to appeal the decision to allow the Whitehaven Narrabri coal mine to be expanded.
Community united on demand for urgent reform to address GP crisis
A packed meeting in Armidale last night sent a message to both state and federal governments that immediate and urgent health care reform is needed.
Body found may be missing Gunnedah man
A body has been located during the search for a missing Gunnedah man.
Renovation of Walcha Golf Clubhouse to start soon
The clubhouse of the Walcha Golf Club is getting a significant upgrade this year, including improving accessibility with a disabled toilet and ramp, made possible by a state government grant.
New aircon, solar battery, for Kentucky Memorial Hall
Almost 83 years after it was constructed, the Kentucky Memorial Hall will soon have a split system air-conditioning system installed, powered off-grid with a new battery for their solar power system.
APVMA independent review abandoned on legal advice
It was revealed in late night hearing of Senate Estimates that the independent review of the culture of the Armidale-based Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has been abandoned on legal advice.
Walcha Farmers’ Market on Saturday
The Walcha Farmer's Market is on this Saturday, February 18, with a packed lineup of entertainment and stalls.
APVMA CEO ‘on leave’ until inquiry complete
The CEO of the Armidale based public service agency APVMA has taken extended leave and has been replaced by an executive from the Department of Agriculture while an independent review of the organisation is completed.
Is our mobile phone reception getting worse?
There's been a noticeable spike in complaints about mobile phone reception across the New England, but the major telcos deny there's any reason for it.
New sports court for PCYC Gunnedah
People in Gunnedah will have a new court to play on thanks to a grant from the NSW Government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund. PCYC (Police Citizens Youth Clubs NSW) Gunnedah have been successful in winning the grant after they identified…