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Significant dates in our history to be marked

Significant dates in our history to be marked

Significant dates in Australia’s history will be marked at a ceremony at the Narrabri War Memorial on Friday. The 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, the annual remembrance of the World War II Victory in the Pacific and the 100th anniversary of Legacy...

Northern Inland Credit Union introduces a Capped Rate Home Loan

Northern Inland Credit Union introduces a Capped Rate Home Loan

In today’s rising interest rate market it is difficult to know whether to fix your home loan interest rate or leave it variable. What if there was another option that allows you to guarantee your interest rate will not rise above a certain level, but at the same time...

Level crossing dangers in spotlight for Rail Safety Week

Level crossing dangers in spotlight for Rail Safety Week

A cross-generational effort has been under way to change unsafe behaviour around trains, harnessing the wisdom of experienced rail staff alongside the curiosity of children playing the video game Minecraft. During Rail Safety Week (August 7-13) and in regional NSW...

Man charged with murder after alleged incident in  Pilliga

Man charged with murder after alleged incident in Pilliga

A man has been charged with murder following the death of another man at Pilliga. A woman attended Pilliga Police Station about 9.40pm on Thursday, August 10, reporting an alleged domestic violence-related incident. When police arrived, they found a 59-year-old man...

Barbie fun at the Tourist Hotel | PHOTOS

Barbie fun at the Tourist Hotel | PHOTOS

A Barbie high tea and cocktail party was held at the Tourist Hotel on Saturday, August 5. Fifty-three ladies dressed in theme, enjoyed pink cocktails and delicious savouries and sweetmeats before heading off to watch the movie screening at The Crossing Theatre, all...

Norma Hill: a true role model

Norma Hill: a true role model

On Tuesday, June 13, 2023, Norma Joan Hill, wife of Cliff, mother of Raymond (Marc) and Leesa, passed away, aged 82 years. Norma was born in Quirindi on December 12, 1940, the first of three children to Albury and Ester Galvin. Albury and Ester welcomed a sister for...

Tourist Tornadoes continue whirlwind season with another big win

The Narrabri Netball Association’s A-grade defending champs Tourist Tornadoes continued their dominant and undefeated 2023 campaign run on Saturday when they scored a huge 42-point victory in round 11 at the Bev Burrows Courts. The Tourist side took on Pharmacy...

Blue Boars on top with one round to go after demolishing the Pirates

Blue Boars on top with one round to go after demolishing the Pirates

Narrabri Rugby Club’s women’s tens players gained even more confidence in themselves after they thrashed the defending champions on Saturday to head into the final round of the 2023 Central North Rugby Union season on top of the ladder. Narrabri welcomed the Tamworth...

Charlie’s Charts 16th August 2023

Charlie’s Charts 16th August 2023

The local market continues to weaken and is down a further one per cent today after moving out of the bearish flag pattern. The price of gold is close to breaking previous support. Pilbara Minerals has turned down from an area of resistance. CSL ticked up after...

Matildas’ feats exciting – but is it public holiday worthy?

Matildas’ feats exciting – but is it public holiday worthy?

Matildas fever is sweeping the nation with millions of Australians tuning into the thrilling FIFA Women’s World Cup action. Incredible sporting achievements bring out the best in this great country of ours – it evokes an enormous sense of national pride. However, even...

Preparations start for $12.1 million Spring Creek bridge replacement

Preparations start for $12.1 million Spring Creek bridge replacement

Early work has started on a $12.1 million project to replace a major crossing over Spring Creek on the Kamilaroi Highway. The replacement of the bridge, 9.5 kilometres west of Narrabri, will improve safety for all road users including heavy vehicle operators who rely...