Category: North West News
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THE HUNTER AND NEW ENGLAND’S WINTER WONDERLAND
Parts of the Hunter and New England got their own dusting overnight. But only a few snow-chasers got a glimpse of the Barrington Tops… with access from Gloucester still cut, for the second straight winter.
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LOCAL TEENS SHOWN TRAGIC POSSIBILITIES OF BAD DRIVING DECISIONS
The Tamworth Young Drivers’ Expo has returned to town this week – teaching high school students to think twice before getting behind the wheel. And, a warning – this story contains content that may be distressing for some viewers.
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DISEASE INFO SESSION VITAL AS THREAT LOOMS OFF AUSSIE SHORES
The threat of foot-and-mouth disease is one of the biggest concerns for farmers right now – and today, an emergency information session was held at Tamworth. The workshop provided a chance for farmers to raise their concerns and find a way to be better prepared.
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Tamworth man charged after Hunter crime spree
A Tamworth man, charged over an alleged crime spree across the Hunter, remains behind bars tonight after making a failed bid for bail. Trae Reid is accused a spate of robberies – including one where a worker was stabbed.
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EXCLUSIVE SNEAK PEAK INTO GUNNEDAH KOALA PARK SITE AS WORKS BEGIN
NBN News has been given an exclusive first look at the site of Gunnedah’s future Koala Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. After a series of delays, it’s hoped the multi-million dollar facility will soon improve the local koala population.
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GUNNEDAH EXPERIENCES BUSINESS BOOST DURING AGQUIP FIELD DAYS
It’s been and gone for another year, but Gunnedah business owners are still reaping the benefits of AgQuip. Visitors, bringing a boost in sales, after years of COVID cancellations.
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CONCERNS GROW OVER PROPOSED MOBILE PHONE TOWER DEAL
A proposed deal between communications providers TPG and Telstra is stoking concerns for New England, North West residents. The Federal Member for New England and the NSW Farmers Association says the move could result in poorer coverage.
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QUIRKY SIDE OF AGQUIP ON DISPLAY FOR DAY THREE OF MAJOR EVENT
Tens of thousands have attended AgQuip 2022, as the last day wraps up today. There’s been plenty of agricultural equipment on offer, but there’s another side to the major field days that visitors have been enjoying.
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AUSTRALIAN PHARMACIES LOW ON OVER 300 MEDICATIONS
North West pharmacies are sounding the alarm, as they grapple with a nationwide shortage of medication. The therapeutic Goods administration has listed over 300 medications that are low in stock and says that number will grow even longer.
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THOUSANDS FLOCK TO AGQUIP ON DAY TWO
The Second day of Agquip has been labelled as a massive success – with thousands of visitors lining streets – on the hunt for a bargain The size of the crowds catching vendors by surprise – some already selling out stock – heading into the third and final day.