Thalia Phelps celebrated her 90th birthday on Saturday, March 14 at her Barwan Street home, which was beautifully decorated with balloons and pretty tissue paper flowers made by her daughter-in-law Vicky Phelps. Guests travelled from Rowena, Dubbo, Newcastle, Forster,...
The Namoi Group council meeting was held in Narrabri recently. The day was hosted by the Edgeroi branch. All branches apart from one branch were represented at the meeting. Group handicraft judging took place in Gunnedah with seven branches entering the competition....
The Sign Print Stitch Narrabri Colts Cricket Club capped off a whirlwind year in superb style on Saturday as the club claimed its second Narrabri District Cricket Association second grade title in as many seasons. A year since defeating RSL in their maiden campaign,...
Taste Tamworth is back in 2026, with a stacked program right across the region ready to delight foodies, including three new flagship events hosted by Tamworth Regional Council. The 10-day food festival will kick off on Friday, April 10, with a cocktail evening in the...
April 10: 10am, Herbal Remedies Workshop, Oakenville Farm, $65. 5pm, Laneway Bar, next to Town Hall, free entry. April 11: 7am, Le Pruneau Organic Markets, Le Pruneau, free entry. 8am, Tamworth Community Saturday Markets, Bicentennial Park, free entry. 11am, Picnic in...
Residents across the Liverpool Plains have been left frustrated and confused after speed limits on two key regional roads were abruptly reduced from 100kmh to 80kmh without warning. The changes affect Coonabarabran Road and Waverley Road, where new signage was...
A boost to frontline emergency care is underway in Gunnedah, with 16 additional paramedics now on the road as part of a broader effort to strengthen regional health services. The new recruits are based at Gunnedah Ambulance Station and will provide emergency and...
Born and bred in the bush, Pip Donaldson was raised on a cattle and cropping property near Boggabri. She understands life on the land and is passionate about helping country people. “I am dedicated to increasing access to psychological services in rural and remote...
With Easter coming up, I’ve been thinking about forgiveness. Have you been to the summit of Mt Kaputar? The view is spectacular. You can spot towns and farms, enjoy the crisp mountain air, and gaze into the seemingly endless horizon. Getting to the top doesn’t require...
Congratulations to the CEF Namoi for a fabulous fundraising night on Friday. All the speakers were excellent and very thought-provoking, and all for a good cause – helping our young people to further their education. Hayley on piano was wonderful; Mackenzie Jones gave...
The Narrabri Dolphins Water Polo Club well and truly saved its best until last on Saturday as PAB Power reigned supreme in the 2025/26 season senior competition gold medal match. The minor premiers had only lost one game all year going into the decider against the...
Across Narrabri Shire, one issue is coming through loud and clear at the moment, the rising cost of fuel. For our farmers, our small businesses and our families, fuel is not a discretionary expense. It is fundamental to how we live and work. When prices rise sharply,...