Regional communities are facing more pain and few answers as governments continue to insist fuel supply remains secure, despite clear evidence of shortages, rising prices and growing pressure
RK Crosby
Posted inEnergy, Feature, Federal Politics, National News
Barnaby Joyce calls for fuel rations, says Hanson uneducated
Member for New England Barnaby Joyce has called for fuel rationing to ensure that trucks can get the fuel they need to keep the nation moving on the ABC’s Insider’s program this morning.
Posted inFlood, Mid-Coast Council, Roads and Infrastructure, Wingham
Early funding secured for design of replacement The Bight Bridge
Design work on a replacement for The Bight Bridge at Wingham will soon begin after the project was deemed eligible for early funding from the NSW Reconstruction Authority
Posted inFeature, Federal Politics, Local News
Fuel crisis sparks animal welfare warnings as Bowen finally acts
Animal welfare concerns are mounting across regional Australia as the federal government finally moved to ease fuel supply pressures that farmers say are threatening livestock transport, planting and the daily operation of rural industries.
Posted inEnergy, Federal Politics, Harrington
Government still in denial on fuel supply issues
One retailer has increased its prices over a three dollars a litre, while others have run out, and the government insists there is no fuel supply issue.
Posted inCrime, North Coast Surrounds, Thora
Accused Little Styx axe murderer denied bail
The man accused of murder at the Little Styx River campsite has been refused bail, as police allege he killed a fellow camper with an axe during a violent altercation at the remote spot on Point Lookout Road.
Posted inHealth, NSW Politics
Birds, mould and fungus found throughout hospitals
After two patients died as a result of a fungal outbreak, a review of hospital maintenance has revealed disturbing infestations embedded in multiple facilities – including on the North Coast.
Posted inAwards, Volunteering
Volunteer awards nominations open as state celebrates 1.3b volunteer hours
Nominations have opened for the 2026 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards, marking 20 years of recognising the quiet achievers who underpin communities across the state.
Posted inEmergency management, Flood, Lismore
Lismore four years on: still much to do
Four years after the record‑breaking flood that devastated Lismore in February 2022, the Northern Rivers community is today marking an anniversary many hoped would look very different.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News, National News
Local beef spared from latest Trump tariff tantie, but others not so lucky
Australian beef exports appear set to dodge the latest twist in United States President Donald Trump’s escalating tariff saga, with industry leaders confirming reports that local producers will retain zero tariff access.