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Mayors push back on Inland Rail decision

Mayors push back on Inland Rail decision

THE state's Country Mayors Association has raised concerns directly with the federal government over its decision to terminate Inland Rail at Parkes, arguing communities and businesses have been left stranded after investing in the project. Narrabri Shire is among the...

Alert urged for livestock risks after patchy rainfall

Alert urged for livestock risks after patchy rainfall

NORTH West Local Land Services has reminded livestock producers to closely monitor stock health following recent rainfall events that may result in the emergence of patchy green pick across parts of the region. While conditions remain dry across much of the North...

Max rides to supreme success

Max rides to supreme success

THE outstanding achievements of Narrabri High School student Max Booby at the 2026 Narrabri Show truly highlight his exceptional skill, dedication and leadership in the equestrian community. Winning both the Junior Supreme District Rider and the Overall Supreme...

Shared Table boosted by Rotary oven donation

Shared Table boosted by Rotary oven donation

COOKING hearty meals at Shared Table has become easier for volunteers, thanks to the donation of new ovens. The organisation recently installed its new kitchen appliances which were generously provided by the Rotary Club of Narrabri. Shared Table operates its...

Paws and palettes: a history of dogs in Australian art 

Paws and palettes: a history of dogs in Australian art 

ON Monday 15 June, Sydney-based art historian Steven Miller will be in Narrabri to present his illustrated arts talk Dogs in Australian Art. Australians love their dogs. With more than 3.5m dogs registered, we are said to have one of the highest rates of dog ownership...

Friendship and education focus of visit

Friendship and education focus of visit

MEMBERS of the Gunnedah Evening VIEW Club welcomed national councillor Mary Holliworth to their June dinner meeting at Gunnedah Bowling Club. Holliworth outlined the history of VIEW, which stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women, and spoke about the...

Accessibility boost for Cindee Rose thanks to Rotary van donation

Accessibility boost for Cindee Rose thanks to Rotary van donation

THE donation of an accessible van will have an enormous impact on Cindee Rose and her family. The wheelchair accessible van was a partnership between the Rotary Club of Narrabri and Narrabri taxi operator Doug Orman. For the Rose family, it means Cindee can easily be...

Bob Leister remembered for dedication to family and community

Bob Leister remembered for dedication to family and community

TRIBUTES have been flowing for former Gunnedah & District Historical Society president Bob Leister, who died in Canberra on May 3, aged 87. Born in Gunnedah on June 28, 1938, Bob spent most of his life in the town he loved and became well known through his work in...

Hard-working ‘Chop’ Elphick remembered by golfing industry

Hard-working ‘Chop’ Elphick remembered by golfing industry

TRIBUTES have flowed for Gunnedah Golf Club turf manager and former superintendent Ian Elphick. Chop, as he was affectionately known, was remembered as a larger than life character renowned for his turf expertise. The New South Wales Golf Course Superintendents...

Shire locals acknowledged in parliament

Shire locals acknowledged in parliament

DYLAN SMITH The efforts of three Narrabri Shire residents have been acknowledged in state parliament. Local show identity Francis Drysdale, former Narrabri RSL Memorial & Citizens Club (Club Narrabri) board vice-president Gary Mason and PhD student MD Saleh Uddin...

Region’s transport priorities mapped out in new plan

Region’s transport priorities mapped out in new plan

KEY transport priorities for the North West region have been detailed as part of the state government's Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plan. The plan, described by the NSW government as a 20-year vision, defines the key transport priorities for the region to...

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