Category: North West News
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Rivers still high but ever so slowly dropping at Gunnedah, Moree
More now on the North West, and while rivers are starting to recede – there’s plenty of water going nowhere fast. Some Gunnedah residents are still cut off from their homes, while at Moree a long clean-up has begun.
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Environmentalists welcome methane pledge
Australia has joined a list of countries around the world pledging to significantly reduce methane emissions. It’s a move supported by farmers across the North West, with many saying it would help protect the future of the industry.
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Flooding wreaking havoc on barley harvest
La Nina isn’t letting up – and, it’s coming at the expense of crop farmers in the North West. Consistent rainfall and soaked fields… leaving producers with no choice, than to delay their barley harvests.
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Pink ride raises money for breast cancer in Tamworth
Those in Tamworth battling breast cancer had reason to smile today with bikies donning bright pink to raise money and awareness for the disease. Even with flooding impacting the region, the Pink Ribbon Ride went ahead without a hitch.
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Moree set to surpass 1955 flood level
From our northern border communities, to the very south… floodwaters are tightening their grip on New South Wales. In Moree – 4,000 people have been told to leave home, as the flood situation could surpass records set in 1955. While the flood-ravaged Northern Rivers waits to see how much pressure severe weather will put on…
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Tamworth water experts pushing for use of recycled water
Tamworth’s Water Security Alliance may have found a sympathetic ear – as its forum this week sought backing for recycled water to be used for drinking purposes. One council employee – saying it may be inevitable.
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Ultimatum for new Dungowan Dam fast approaching
A controversial water security project has the State Water Minister waiting on tenterhooks. Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson is calling on the Albanese Government to recommit funds to the project, ahead of the federal budget.
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Bendemeer General Store back open after two years
It’s been almost 2 years since Bendemeer’s General Store was closed. A local couple has restored the original 1872 building to its former glory, despite facing challenges of their own.
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Two rain events to hit North West over the coming days
A low pressure system is expected to bring large amounts of rain to the North West. The SES and residents are preparing for even more flooding.
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Guyra residents continue push to split from Armidale council
Guyra residents have ramped up their efforts to see their local council re-instated and split from the now-amalgamated Armidale Regional Council. Save and Grow Guyra members have opened a shop front to encourage more locals to sign their petition.