Category: North West News
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72 YEAR OLD CLAIMS MASTERS AUSTRALIAN BOXING TITLE
A 72- year-old Dungowan man has snatched the Australian Masters Championship Title in Perth. Wayne Hall is fighting fit, with a lifetime of experience… and, he won’t be retiring from the sport anytime soon.
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GOING HORSEBACK FOR CLIMATE ACTION
Climate activists have taken to a unique horse trail – as politicians navigate the campaign trial. Riders trotting through the streets of Tamworth, calling for stronger policies to be front of mind for voters.
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NORTH WEST HOSPITALS EXPOSED IN RURAL HEALTH INQUIRY
Those on the front line in the North West have responded to the findings of today’s scathing report. Backing the recommendations – hoping for meaningful change.
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REMEMBERING LIVES LOST DUE TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Tamworth’s Family Support Service has held a memorial for domestic violence victims. As Australia counts a tragic number of deaths – Sixteen women have been died this year.
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WARIALDA HEAVY-VEHICLE BYPASS NOW OPEN TO MOTORISTS
It’s been five years in the making – and the Warialda heavy-vehicle bypass is now open – making the small North West town much safer. It will also provide a direct route for truckies to local abattoirs and livestock exchanges.
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HOSPITAL GOES 10 DAYS WITHOUT EMERGENCY DOCTOR
Hunter New England Health is facing questions over Inverell Hospital’s staffing. MP Adam Marshall raising concerns, about reports the facility was set to be without an emergency doctor, for days.
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FED UP TAMWORTH TEACHERS STRIKING
More than 500 teachers from the North West were among those rallying today at Tamworth’s Town Hall.
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COTTON HARVEST OFFICIALLY BEGINS IN BREEZA AFTER TOUGH SEASON
The cotton harvest is in full swing in Breeza – after flooding and a cool summer hit this year’s crop. But, thankfully, it’s been a healthy crop.
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GP CRISIS LEAVES RURAL PATIENTS STRUGGLING
With a decreasing number of bulk bill practices in Tamworth, patients on a low income are struggling with the price needed upfront to see a doctor. In rural and regional areas, practices are calling for more GPs… and a higher rebate to cover business costs.
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MOTHER’S DAY IS THIS SUNDAY, SO SHOP LOCAL FOR BEST GIFTS
The countdown is on to Mother’s Day, and New England business owners say, they have plenty of gift options available. The business chamber is calling for shoppers to spend locally.