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Mice plague rebates can now be claimed online by those who have paid for mice baits, traps and cleaning materials after February 1. Households may receive up to $500 back, or $1,000 for small businesses. Claims can be made via the Service NSW website by uploading the relevant receipts. [VISION ONLY]

Three teenagers have been charged with leading police on a chase through Tamworth in a stolen car. Officer say a Ford Mustang was taken from West Tamworth early yesterday morning, which later sparked a pursuit. Two boys have faced children’s court and the third will appear later this month.

Foreign workers entering the country under the Pacific Labour Scheme or Seasonal Worker Program, are now eligible for a 50 per cent subsidy of quarantine costs. The subsidy covers workers coming into Australia in the new financial year, who will work in New South Wales. It’s expected to help farmers doing it tough during the…

Today marks the start of Dry July – a novelty for some willing to give up booze for a month. But the annual event can spell trouble for those looking to move past alcoholism.

Mask sales are going gangbusters in Tamworth, with many businesses selling out. Residents are also trying their hand sewing the hot commodity, to make an extra buck on the side.

Tamworth doctors are hopeful more residents aged under 40 will sign up for the AstraZeneca jab, in line with updated health advice. Local GP clinic staff have already been run off their feet organising appointments for the sudden uptake. They say people shouldn’t wait to discuss getting vaccinated. The Tamworth Respiratory Clinic typically provides more…

The New England’s housing crisis has been made all the more devastating by a harsh winter. Now those with a roof over their head, can sign up for St Vincent De Paul’s annual Sleep Out… opening their eyes to a grim reality, while raising funds to combat the problem.