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  • Narrabri Bowling Club

Narrabri Bowling Club joins Club Narrabri

The management of Narrabri Bowling Club will come under the umbrella of Club Narrabri following negotiations between the two entities. The move, announced at Monday night’s Club Narrabri annual general meeting, has been welcomed by both clubs. “There was unanimous support,” said bowling club president Colin Armstrong. Club Narrabri president Bruce O’Hara said there was ‘great positivity’ in the initiative. Narrabri Golf Club was acquired by Narrabri RSL Club in May 2017 to create Club Narrabri and put the golf club on a successful new trajectory. Move ‘strengthens clubs’ The new arrangement between the Bowling Club and Club Narrabri is […]

Dec 2, 2021

  • 2021 Floods

Flood focus shifts to crumbling roads

Farmers and rural communities across the state are bracing for an enormous cleanup effort as floodwaters subside, with concerns about the condition of local roads once the water retreats. After weeks of heavy rain during harvest season, many roads across regional NSW have developed deep potholes and ruts that are proving problematic for motorists, farmers and truckies alike. NSW Farmers President James Jackson said there needed to be a swift and coordinated effort to prevent more damage in flood-affected communities. “As the water subsides you see what an impact flooding has on local roads, and there are places where bitumen […]

Dec 2, 2021

  • Summer safety

Summertime is the season for snakes

News of COVID-19 restrictions easing has made it to the snakes and spiders of the Hunter New England region, with several snake bites already recorded this season, including brown and red-bellied black snakes. Warmer weather, rain and an abundance of food available – in part, due to the mouse plague that afflicted regional NSW earlier this year, has meant ideal conditions for snake and spider activity. Clinical toxicologist at Calvary Mater Newcastle, Dr Geoff Isbister says spiders and snakes are most active in the warmer months, and it’s worth considering what each of us can do to avoid being bitten. […]

Dec 2, 2021

  • Narrabri Community Garden

Minister turns first sod at community garden

Minister for Mental Health, Regional Youth and Women, Bronnie Taylor turned the first sod at the Narrabri Community Garden. The project, located on Doyle Street, is the brainchild of David Pierce and backed by the Rotary Club of Narrabri. Mrs Taylor praised Rotary for supporting the initiative. “Spaces like this are so important for mental wellbeing,” she said. “They are a place where the community can be themselves, take some time out and learn more about local culture through growing plants, herbs and fresh vegies.” Mrs Taylor was joined by Mr Pierce along with fellow members of the Rotary Club […]

Dec 2, 2021

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