Category: North West News

A residential development site in Hillvue is a step closer to construction, with the community now invited to have their say on the project. But some Tamworth residents say housing supply is needed now – as many face difficulties securing a rental property.

A new app is being developed by the CSIRO to help detect a new species of stink bug before they damage crops. The development is set to help farmers identify pests at the touch of a button.

A near $200 million plan to overhaul Moree’s economy has been released. The town is now one step closer to having a Special Activation Precinct – capitalising on its strongest industries – and encouraging new ones to set up in the region.

There’s a new development in the proposed inland rail project, which will now see double stacked freight trains go through Narrabri. The Australian Rail Corporation backs the change but some are calling for an alternate route to be considered.

A new youth service has opened in Tamworth, to help those who have attempted suicide or have self-harmed. The I Am program – designed by young people with lived experience – aims to take the pressure off existing support services.

Tamworth is one step closer to having a university campus in the city. Ground has broken at the new site with state government funds now in the University of New Englands coffers.

Beef industry members from across the country are in Tamworth this week for the A-B-S Beef Conference. The event offers producers a look into the future, and the tools and technologies to get there.

A group of Tamworth high school students have a busy few days ahead of them, as they learn how to shear sheep. With the industry in desperate need of more shearers – it’s hoped a new course will employ more young people across the region.

Locals from all corners of the world have taken to Bicentennial Park for the annual Fiesta La Peel. A wide range of nationalities were on show, through traditional dance and food.

The impact of flooding and the pandemic continues to plague the dairy farming industry. Prices are rising for consumers, and it’s not known when they will begin to fall.