Category: North West News

The popular world of virtual gaming is taking an inclusive turn, with one software developer working on a series for the visually impaired. Sonokids has launched the new 3D tool… with one Tamworth girl called on, to test it out.

More than a dozen roads have closed in the North West – as heavy rain has caused flash flooding. In Pine Ridge, some residents have become isolated… their yards turning into swimming pools.

He went missing almost 30 years ago from Armidale, now police have launched a fresh appeal for information into the disappearance of William Roach. Detectives today appealing for the public to come forward – with the offer of a millIon dollars, for answers.

The family of a 16-year-old girl allegedly assaulted by the University of New England’s Vice Chancellor, has detailed what they claim are the circumstances surrounding the incident. They claim Brigid Heywood approached the teen at an International Women’s Day event at the Armidale Ex-Services club in March…where she touched the girl’s face and commented on…

A start date for the construction of the new Banksia Mental Health Unit is still yet to be confirmed by the state government. Community members say it’s not good enough – fearing for the health of the region’s youth who have to travel all the way to Newcastle for treatment.

Calls are growing for University of New England vice chancellor Brigid Heywood to stand aside from her role, after recent assault allegations. Heywood will face court next month, over numerous offences.

The way farmers in the North West contend with pests like mice might be about to change thanks to new research. The CSIRO has found a simple change to the bait’s dosage could prevent future mice plagues.

A project to paint artworks larger-than-life has been given a final boost to get underway. The Quirindi Silo Art project locking in more funding – with hopes to have paint brushes out in a just a few months.