In the second part of our investigative series, we look at whether our councils have enough staff and plant to fix the extensive damage to our roads.
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Posted inLifestyle, News, Travel
Slim Dusty Centre officially one of the best Grey Nomad experiences
The Slim Dusty Centre in Kempsey has been shortlisted as a finalist in Best Grey Nomad Attraction for the Grey Nomad Awards.
Posted inInvestigation, Local News, Local politics, News, NSW Politics, Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
Our Roads: A New England Times Investigation
In this three part series, the New England Times is having a deeper look at the state of our region’s roads: the repairs needed, whether our councils have the workforce and equipment they need, and whether the hundreds of millions on offer is enough.
Posted inLocal News, News
Flood repair funding fast tracked
The NSW Government has fast tracked funding to local councils affected by flooding and wet weather, putting the cash into bank accounts sooner so the repairs can be done as soon as possible.
Posted inEnvironment, Investigation, Local News, News
Wind farm happy to pay $64m to kill native flora and fauna
It has been revealed that the proposed Winterbourne Wind Farm near Walcha is prepared to pay $64m in “offsets” for the huge loss of native flora and fauna.
Posted inNews
2022 a record year for Australian Red Cross
The Australian Red Cross had its busiest year on record in 2022.
Posted inEnergy, Federal Politics, Local politics, News, Politics
$7.8b to connect REZ to grid
The NSW and Commonwealth governments have announced a $7.8 billion deal to boost energy infrastructure and connect the renewable energy zones, including the New England REZ, and Snowy 2.0 into […]
Posted inEnvironment, Local News, Local politics, News, Politics
Soft plastics recycling now available in Tamworth region
Residents across the Tamworth region can help prevent soft plastics from going to waste through a new kerbside recycling program. Tamworth Regional Council have been trialling soft plastic recycling through […]
Posted inGood News, Local News, Roads and Infrastructure
More upgrades for New England, Newell, Kamilaroi, Gwydir, and coast roads
The NSW Government has announced and additional $46 million for new road safety projects with Armidale, Moree and major New England and North Coast links set to benefit.
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Sluggish APVMA risks long term ag “productivity drought”
The sluggish performance of the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) in Armidale is being blamed for creating a looming productivity drought for the nation’s farmers, with farming organisations […]