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Topical 3/7/25

The Oxford Dictionary has introduced some new additions in the form of Aussie slang. Among the latest inclusions are ‘avo’ - an avocado, ‘goon’ - as in cask wine, ‘slab’ - as in a case of beer, and ‘spew’ - as in feeling devastated or angry.

Thumbs down 3/7/25

Thumbs down to the P-plater in the maroon ute who drives like an idiot, revving and doing burnouts around town. Number plate details have been given to the police.

Thumbs up 3/7/25

Thumbs up for getting road works moving on Westport Road. The ongoing assistance in getting the huge hole in the road filled in is appreciated.

Thumbs up 3/7/25

Thumbs up to the return of the local book sale! A great initiative - and a community fundraiser too.

Stop the super tax on family farmers, peak body warns

The state’s peak farm body NSW Farmers has issued a fresh warning to the federal government on its proposed super tax that could shut young farmers out of the agricultural industry. Farmer Craig Huf, of the Northern Rivers region, said the federal Treasurer’s proposed...

Fresh crop of talent in ag heartland

The Moree region continues to flex its strength as an agricultural powerhouse, with an influx of fresh young agricultural science graduates choosing to forge their careers in the district. James Garnsey and Dior Rohr are two next-gen agronomists calling Moree home,...

Regional tourism placed in spotlight

Tourism leaders, business owners and changemakers gathered in Narrabri for the New England North West Regional Tourism and Placemaking Forum, hosted at The Exchange. This half-day forum, held in June, was hosted by Business NSW New England North West and Narrabri...

Investigation underway after fire in Moree

An investigation is underway after a fire in Moree. About 9pm on Saturday, June 21, officers attached to New England Police District were patrolling on Anne Street, Moree, when they observed a shed within a community centre on fire. Fire and Rescue NSW attended and...

Welcome addition of new town school bus

Narrabri Public School was excited with the recent delivery of its new bus. In 2022, Mrs Charlton submitted a successful application through Variety – the Children’s Charity – for a school bus with wheelchair access. Thanks to the incredible support and funding from...

Bounce-back win comes at a cost for Namoi United’s first grade team

Namoi United returned to winning ways in the 12th round of the 2025 Northern Inland Premier League first grade campaign on Saturday but will likely be without key player Cooper Brayshaw for the remainder of the season after the midfielder suffered a knee injury late...

Excellent base property, highway frontage

$1.9 million Baan Baa - ‘Glenkeith’ 15239 Kamilaroi Highway Agent: Nutrien Harcourts James Thomas 0418 975 048 THE AGENT SAYS: Nutrien Harcourts have listed for sale an excellent base property located 43km south east of Narrabri between Baan Baa and Boggabri. The...

First yarn bombing of season at Narrabri Craft Shop

Winter was announced with a boom at the Narrabri Art and Craft Society last Saturday June 21, with their first yarn bombing of the season. While cruising by on the highway, you may have noticed the beautifully decorated tree out the front of the Craft Shop. These...