Political focus must extend beyond Western Sydney
NSW Farmers has criticised the heavy focus on Western Sydney from both major parties in the election campaign.
Candidates announced for state election
The candidates have been finalised for the NSW Election on March 25, with three of the four electorates in our region having their ballot papers cluttered by non-locals
New co-located preschools earlier across the region if Coalition win
Over 50 new co-located preschools will be built in the New England if the Liberals and Nationals are re-elected.
Tamworth education forum discusses crisis and reveals ignorance
About 50 people, mostly teachers from Tamworth and surrounds, attended last night's education forum to discuss the issues with Shadow Minister Prue Car.
Upgrades for Werris Creek and Manilla fire station waiting on campaign
Upgrades to the Werris Creek and Manilla fire stations is desperately needed, but it appears any commitment is being delayed.
Sky Muster Plus gets unlimited
Up to 10,000 regional Australians on NBN Sky Muster Plus will receive unmetered monthly data allowances and faster speeds as part of a new trial to boost internet quality.
Tamworth ‘meet the candidates’ debate polite until Anderson takes cheap shot at unemployed
Last night's election debate hosted by the Tamworth Business Chamber was dominated by predictable lines and polite audience applause, with no clear winner.
$250 for local students and apprentices
Regional apprentices and trainees can now apply for the NSW Government’s $250 Regional Apprentice and University Student Travel Card.
Labor’s McGrath says Anderson “not a tiny bit effective”
Labor candidate for Tamworth Kate McGrath says sitting MP Kevin Anderson has not been effective and will be less effective in opposition.
Tackling election disinformation
The NSW Electoral Commission has launched a campaign to help reduce the spread of disinformation ahead of the NSW State election.