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 the grid. This agreement will unlock eight sites including the Humelink, Sydney Ring – Hunter Transmission Project, Central-West Orana REZ, VNI West, New England REZ and […]
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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 the kerbside bin since February this year and from today the program will opened up to everyone in the region. The Curby Program gives residents a home-based […]
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.
Posted inCommunity development, Local News
Veteran community grants now open
Community groups, RSL sub-branches and councils across NSW can now apply for up to $3,000 through the 2025 Veteran Community Grants Program to support projects that honour and assist veterans and their families.
Posted inCommunity development, Environment
Recycling trial expands to combat battery fires
Thirteen new community recycling centres have joined the NSW EPA’s embedded batteries trial, helping households safely dispose of items like vapes and e-scooters while reducing the growing risk of battery fires across the state.
Posted inFederal Politics, Kempsey Shire
Barnaby goes to bat for one of the New England’s smallest communities
Lower Creek, one of the smallest communities in the New England region, has found itself at the centre of attention, with Federal Member for New England Barnaby Joyce praising locals for their determination and persistence in securing vital infrastructure. Lower Creek sits on the edge of the Armidale and Kempsey council areas, right in the […]
Posted inFlood, Housing, Lismore
New batch of Lismore buyback homes to go under the hammer
The Minns Labor Government will release the next batch of flood-affected homes for sale across the Northern Rivers, following a strong community response to the first three home relocation auctions.
Posted inEnvironment, Kempsey, Local News
Land and Environment Court dismisses Rise Project appeal
The NSW Land and Environment Court has dismissed an appeal over the proposed Rise Project in South West Rocks, citing failures to meet legal requirements for stormwater and groundwater management near an adjacent wetland.