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Council seeks over a million dollars to persist with controversial rail trail

Armidale Regional Council will this week vote on whether to spend more than a million dollars of ratepayer funds to keep the New England Rail Trail alive, despite repeated funding rejections and ongoing community…
Council seeks over a million dollars to persist with controversial rail trail
Armidale Regional Council will this week vote on whether to spend more than a million dollars of ratepayer funds to keep the New England Rail Trail alive, despite repeated funding rejections and ongoing community division over the project.
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Narrabri young leader shines in national competition

Caitlin Evans of Narrabri will join five other winners from other Australian states and territories at Country to Canberra’s Power Trip
Narrabri young leader shines in national competition
Caitlin Evans of Narrabri will join five other winners from other Australian states and territories at Country to Canberra’s Power Trip
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UK, NZ and Ireland trained doctors fast tracked for local appointments

GPs trained in the United Kingdom, Ireland, or New Zealand can now apply directly for specialist registration without the need for fellowship from an Australian college.
UK, NZ and Ireland trained doctors fast tracked for local appointments
GPs trained in the United Kingdom, Ireland, or New Zealand can now apply directly for specialist registration without the need for fellowship from an Australian college.
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‘Going well? It wasn’t’: Joyce confirms he has not joined One Nation

Joyce has made his first public comments since the weekend's email to members, saying he has not joined One Nation and urging all to 'take it down a step'
‘Going well? It wasn’t’: Joyce confirms he has not joined One Nation
Joyce has made his first public comments since the weekend's email to members, saying he has not joined One Nation and urging all to 'take it down a step'
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SBM25: She’ll be right

Today for Small Business Month we have three businesses who specialise in making things alright again a growing legal firm to sort your legal battles, a slashing and mulching business that can tackle any overgrown mess, and a specialist counselling service for parents.
SBM25: She’ll be right
Today for Small Business Month we have three businesses who specialise in making things alright again a growing legal firm to sort your legal battles, a slashing and mulching business that can tackle any overgrown mess, and a specialist counselling service for parents.
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Clear out, cash in, and connect on the 2025 Garage Sale Trail

This November, community members across the New England will join the nationwide Garage Sale Trail.
Clear out, cash in, and connect on the 2025 Garage Sale Trail
This November, community members across the New England will join the nationwide Garage Sale Trail.
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Cool climate permaculture workshops in Guyra invite hands-on learning

Gardeners, foragers and curious learners alike are being invited to roll up their sleeves this November for Cool Climate Permaculture 2025, a series of hands-on workshops at the Guyra Neighbourhood Centre Community Garden.
Cool climate permaculture workshops in Guyra invite hands-on learning
Gardeners, foragers and curious learners alike are being invited to roll up their sleeves this November for Cool Climate Permaculture 2025, a series of hands-on workshops at the Guyra Neighbourhood Centre Community Garden.
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‘We want him to stay’: Joyce urged to stick with Nats

The Nationals leader said Mr Joyce had not tendered his resignation from the party.
‘We want him to stay’: Joyce urged to stick with Nats
The Nationals leader said Mr Joyce had not tendered his resignation from the party.
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The People might be wrong: Tamworth council votes against asking about directly elected mayor

Tamworth Regional Council has voted six to three against a motion that would have asked residents whether they want to directly elect their mayor.
The People might be wrong: Tamworth council votes against asking about directly elected mayor
Tamworth Regional Council has voted six to three against a motion that would have asked residents whether they want to directly elect their mayor.
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SBM25: The Art of Care

Today for Small Business Month we have a family-run toy shop where imagination and craftsmanship come to life, a Bowen therapist helping people move freely and feel their best, and a computer specialist dedicated to keeping your tech – and your day – running smoothly.
SBM25: The Art of Care
Today for Small Business Month we have a family-run toy shop where imagination and craftsmanship come to life, a Bowen therapist helping people move freely and feel their best, and a computer specialist dedicated to keeping your tech – and your day – running smoothly.
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Farmers push for legislated right to repair

National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) joined global Right to Repair leaders, policymakers, industry representatives and academics at the 2025 Australian Repair Summit to map the future of Right to Repair.
Farmers push for legislated right to repair
National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) joined global Right to Repair leaders, policymakers, industry representatives and academics at the 2025 Australian Repair Summit to map the future of Right to Repair.
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Story of Gabo interwoven with Namoi Valley farming history

The 80th anniversary of the game-changing Gabo wheat variety will be celebrated on 22 October in Gunnedah.
Story of Gabo interwoven with Namoi Valley farming history
The 80th anniversary of the game-changing Gabo wheat variety will be celebrated on 22 October in Gunnedah.
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Breaking: Joyce will not contest next federal election

In a message sent to party members on Saturday morning, Member for New England Barnaby Joyce has revealed that he will not contest the seat of New England at the next federal election
Breaking: Joyce will not contest next federal election
In a message sent to party members on Saturday morning, Member for New England Barnaby Joyce has revealed that he will not contest the seat of New England at the next federal election
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New England neighbour new President of NFF

Queensland farmer Hamish McIntyre has been elected as the new President of the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF), becoming the organisation’s 15th leader.
New England neighbour new President of NFF
Queensland farmer Hamish McIntyre has been elected as the new President of the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF), becoming the organisation’s 15th leader.
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Good luck to all our local students starting their HSC exams today!
Still time to get involved in moving fundraiser for children’s cancer research

There’s still time to sign up for one of Armidale’s most heartfelt community events, with registrations open until midnight Friday for this weekend’s 19 for 19 Challenge
Still time to get involved in moving fundraiser for children’s cancer research
There’s still time to sign up for one of Armidale’s most heartfelt community events, with registrations open until midnight Friday for this weekend’s 19 for 19 Challenge
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Body found in Markham St home triggering investigation

Homicide detectives have begun an investigation after a man was found dead at a home in Markham Street.
Body found in Markham St home triggering investigation
Homicide detectives have begun an investigation after a man was found dead at a home in Markham Street.
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