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Green Gully Track highlighted in new walking campaign
The Green Gully track, part of the World Heritage-listed Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, has been included in a new State Government walking trail campaign
Inverell Library secures grant to enhance study and meeting spaces
Inverell Library is set to undergo exciting improvements following its successful grant application. Read more here.
Barraba Rugby is home to new facilities
Barraba Rugby is now home to new changerooms and a new playground, providing a boost to their existing facility and offering more inclusivity.
By kids, for kids: Trackside’s brave and innovative model that just might work
As most communities in the New England struggle with youth issues, the community with the youngest population is trying something new – and they don’t have the money to do it.
A unique nugget of gold rush history on the market in Nundle
A property steeped in the rich gold rush history is up for sale in Nundle, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of the region’s heritage.
Armidale and Uralla level crossings to receive safety upgrades
Armidale and Uralla will receive more than $211,000 to fund critical minor engineering works and essential safety upgrades at level crossings
Road closure and landslide clean up on the Oxley Highway
Motorists are advised the Oxley Highway at Mount Seaview will remain closed until Friday 13 June to carry out landslide clean up at more than 100 new slip locations.
New England Highway damage to be fixed but long term solution needed
The New England Highway has been prioritised for repairs on both sides of the border, with the federal government committed to funding disaster repairs, but the long term solution for the declared national highway that can’t handle national highway level traffic remains elusive.
A call for help as flood emergency continues
As severe weather continues to impact the NSW, communities are being urged to remain on high alert and provide support if you can.
