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Canavan hopes to woo Joyce back to the Nationals

Nationals senator Matt Canavan hopes to meet with now-independent MP Barnaby Joyce in New England after the ex-deputy prime minister resigned from the party.
Canavan hopes to woo Joyce back to the Nationals
Nationals senator Matt Canavan hopes to meet with now-independent MP Barnaby Joyce in New England after the ex-deputy prime minister resigned from the party.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:10 AM
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December 5, 2025 at 3:34 AM
UNE secures 10 medical places in national push for more GPs

The University of New England has been selected as one of 10 universities nationwide to receive additional Commonwealth-supported medical places, in a major win for regional health workforce education.
UNE secures 10 medical places in national push for more GPs
The University of New England has been selected as one of 10 universities nationwide to receive additional Commonwealth-supported medical places, in a major win for regional health workforce education.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:05 AM
Producers plan ahead for a stress-free festive season

With the countdown on to Christmas, Local Land Services is reminding landholders that a bit of pre-Christmas planning could take a number of stresses away this festive season.
Producers plan ahead for a stress-free festive season
With the countdown on to Christmas, Local Land Services is reminding landholders that a bit of pre-Christmas planning could take a number of stresses away this festive season.
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December 5, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Seeking community input on QantasLink Flight Schedule in Moree

Moree Plains Shire Council is seeking community feedback on a proposal to adjust the Moree-Sydney (MRZ-SYD) flight schedule.
Seeking community input on QantasLink Flight Schedule in Moree
Moree Plains Shire Council is seeking community feedback on a proposal to adjust the Moree-Sydney (MRZ-SYD) flight schedule.
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December 4, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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December 4, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Christmas in the Mall draws thousands for a night of festive fun

Christmas in the Mall has been hailed a huge success, with thousands turning out last night to enjoy a warm Armidale evening filled with music, colour, and Christmas cheer - and the fun moves to Guyra tonight.
Christmas in the Mall draws thousands for a night of festive fun
Christmas in the Mall has been hailed a huge success, with thousands turning out last night to enjoy a warm Armidale evening filled with music, colour, and Christmas cheer - and the fun moves to Guyra tonight.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Greg Inglis’ Goanna Academy brings mental health programs to Moree

Moree Plains Shire Council will welcome the Greg Inglis Goanna Academy to the region to deliver a series of engaging mental health initiatives.
Greg Inglis’ Goanna Academy brings mental health programs to Moree
Moree Plains Shire Council will welcome the Greg Inglis Goanna Academy to the region to deliver a series of engaging mental health initiatives.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Inverell Aquatic Centre redevelopment delivered under budget

Inverell’s $30 million Aquatic Centre redevelopment has come in under budget, with a $2.3 million surplus now set to support future infrastructure and community projects across the Shire.
Inverell Aquatic Centre redevelopment delivered under budget
Inverell’s $30 million Aquatic Centre redevelopment has come in under budget, with a $2.3 million surplus now set to support future infrastructure and community projects across the Shire.
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December 4, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Soil shocker: This book will make you love dirt

It’s not every day a book about dirt gets passed around like a family treasure, but this World Soils Day, New England locals are digging deep into a read that’s literally ground-breaking.
Soil shocker: This book will make you love dirt
It’s not every day a book about dirt gets passed around like a family treasure, but this World Soils Day, New England locals are digging deep into a read that’s literally ground-breaking.
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December 4, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Narrabri CBD to come alive with return of Christmas Pop-Up Shop

Narrabri Shire Council is once again bringing festive cheer and local foot traffic to the heart of the CBD with the return of its annual Christmas Pop-Up Shop, now in its fifth year.
Narrabri CBD to come alive with return of Christmas Pop-Up Shop
Narrabri Shire Council is once again bringing festive cheer and local foot traffic to the heart of the CBD with the return of its annual Christmas Pop-Up Shop, now in its fifth year.
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December 3, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Boost to Paediatric Allied Health workforce set to reduce wait times across NSW

Children and families across New South Wales are set to benefit from significantly improved access to essential health services, following the recruitment of 32 new paediatric allied health professionals under the…
Boost to Paediatric Allied Health workforce set to reduce wait times across NSW
Children and families across New South Wales are set to benefit from significantly improved access to essential health services, following the recruitment of 32 new paediatric allied health professionals under the Minns Labor Government’s $17.9 million investment.
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December 3, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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December 3, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Inverell Shire Council Releases 2024–2025 Annual Report

Inverell Shire Council has released its 2024–2025 Annual Report, outlining a year marked by steady financial performance, substantial capital works and a continued focus on maintaining essential services across the region.
Inverell Shire Council Releases 2024–2025 Annual Report
Inverell Shire Council has released its 2024–2025 Annual Report, outlining a year marked by steady financial performance, substantial capital works and a continued focus on maintaining essential services across the region.
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December 3, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Licence to spray: EPA kicks off North West pesticide campaign

NSW pesticide users are being urged to make sure they have the relevant licences and training ahead of a new compliance campaign kicking off in the northwest.
Licence to spray: EPA kicks off North West pesticide campaign
NSW pesticide users are being urged to make sure they have the relevant licences and training ahead of a new compliance campaign kicking off in the northwest.
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December 3, 2025 at 3:37 AM
NSW to tighten E-bike regulations amid safety concerns

The NSW Government is cutting the legal power limit for e-bikes and tightening regulations ahead of Christmas, as concerns grow over young riders using high-powered, unsafe devices.
NSW to tighten E-bike regulations amid safety concerns
The NSW Government is cutting the legal power limit for e-bikes and tightening regulations ahead of Christmas, as concerns grow over young riders using high-powered, unsafe devices.
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December 3, 2025 at 1:25 AM
Community urged to donate to Christmas Toy Drive Appeal

As the donation period draws to a close, The Salvation Army, Newcastle Permanent, and Greater Bank are encouraging the community to support their annual Christmas Toy Drive Appeal and help share the spirit of the season. A long-standing…
Community urged to donate to Christmas Toy Drive Appeal
As the donation period draws to a close, The Salvation Army, Newcastle Permanent, and Greater Bank are encouraging the community to support their annual Christmas Toy Drive Appeal and help share the spirit of the season. A long-standing tradition between The Salvation Army, Newcastle Permanent and GreaterBank, each year the annual Toy Drive delivers thousands of gifts to children and familiesfacing hardship at Christmas time. Plenty of gifts have already been donated, including classics like play sets, LEGO, vouchersand Barbies, which will all find their way into hands on Christmas morning, bringing joy to…
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December 2, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Armidale community stands together for The Clothesline Project

As part of the global 16 Days of Activism campaign, Women’s Shelter Armidale is inviting the community to come together for The Clothesline Project, a free and powerful awareness event taking place in the Armidale Mall on Wednesday 10…
Armidale community stands together for The Clothesline Project
As part of the global 16 Days of Activism campaign, Women’s Shelter Armidale is inviting the community to come together for The Clothesline Project, a free and powerful awareness event taking place in the Armidale Mall on Wednesday 10 December from 11am to 2pm.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:10 PM
NFF secures breakthrough on Right to Repair for farmers

The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has secured a Federal Government commitment to extend Right to Repair reforms to agricultural machinery, hailing it a historic win for farmers and a direct result of years of advocacy from the farm…
NFF secures breakthrough on Right to Repair for farmers
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has secured a Federal Government commitment to extend Right to Repair reforms to agricultural machinery, hailing it a historic win for farmers and a direct result of years of advocacy from the farm sector.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:12 AM
Spotlight on regional music at Tamworth Symposium

The Symposium, Resonance: Exploring the Sound and Significance of Regional Music, will bring together experts from diverse musical backgrounds to examine how music shapes social, cultural, educational and economic life in regional Australia.
Spotlight on regional music at Tamworth Symposium
The Symposium, Resonance: Exploring the Sound and Significance of Regional Music, will bring together experts from diverse musical backgrounds to examine how music shapes social, cultural, educational and economic life in regional Australia.
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December 2, 2025 at 3:14 AM
Tooheys signs on as official beer partner for Tamworth Country Music Festival

Tooheys will take centre stage at the 2025 Toyota Tamworth Country Music Festival, with the iconic New South Wales brewer announced as the event’s new official beer partner.
Tooheys signs on as official beer partner for Tamworth Country Music Festival
Tooheys will take centre stage at the 2025 Toyota Tamworth Country Music Festival, with the iconic New South Wales brewer announced as the event’s new official beer partner.
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December 1, 2025 at 11:17 PM
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December 1, 2025 at 8:26 AM
More care for utes than health: rural men’s harsh truth

Long distances are not the only thing stopping young rural men seeing their doctor, with social stigma and loneliness also hindering care.
More care for utes than health: rural men’s harsh truth
Long distances are not the only thing stopping young rural men seeing their doctor, with social stigma and loneliness also hindering care.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Free sexual health training for youth workers in Armidale

Youth workers and professionals who support young people in the New England region are invited to register for The Nitty Gritty, a free one-day training course in reproductive and sexual health.
Free sexual health training for youth workers in Armidale
Youth workers and professionals who support young people in the New England region are invited to register for The Nitty Gritty, a free one-day training course in reproductive and sexual health.
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December 1, 2025 at 1:17 AM
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