NSW National chairman Rick Colless says Barnaby Joyce will achieve nothing as a team of one, but The Nationals will still work to represent New England.
New England Times Engage
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Chaffey’s Corner – Labor-Greens environmental deal
In the final week of Parliament for 2025, Labor and the Greens cooked up a dirty deal to push through changes to the EPBC Act. This last-minute pact will have implications felt throughout the electorate of Parkes and far beyond.
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Roy’s Roundup – Regional Wins, Pipelines and Community Spirit
It’s been a busy few weeks with meetings in Canberra and a huge win on regional speed limits. We have crucial info on Club Grants, an urgent update on the Narrabri Pipeline, and some inspiring stories about our local students. Plus, the results of my Movember shave!
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QW: “Some hurt in this”….
Jan Kleeman writes: Barnaby’s defection to Hanson’s One Nation was glaringly predictable; no “hurt” to his betrayed electorate, just relief.
What was glaringly absurd however, was the venue chosen to announce their joyful union…… cattle sale yards? Pauline at a cattle sale?…..now that is not only bizarre but to anyone who has been involved in breeding and selling cattle that was an insult.
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I take it all back, Barnaby’s a fool
RK Crosby says she thought Barnaby Joyce was one of the smartest strategists in conservative politics, but joining One Nation is just dumb.
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Next to amazing – Armidale’s production of “Next to Normal”
Jack Arnold is full of praise for the recent ADMS performance of “Next to Normal”
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Letter: our health system fails to meet men where they are
CEO of Visonflex Joshua Mundey says there is a broader systemic failure in our health system.
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‘Make the platforms safer’: what young people really think about the social media ban
From next Wednesday, thousands of young Australians under 16 will lose access to their accounts across ten social media platforms, as the teen social media ban takes effect.
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Macca’s weeds: Lucerne Growing Tips
Macca shares his top tips for Lucerne survivability. From protecting the crown from damage to ensuring the crop doesn’t get “wet feet,” learn how to keep your paddock profitable. Plus, a look back at draining blocks by shovel in the South Burnett.
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Denise’s Desk: New England Times Poll says one thing loudly — Voters want more than the same old story
New Englanders want results and relevance. With Labor dominant federally, the only candidate who can truly deliver for the region is an MP with access to power, influence, and a direct seat at the decision-making table. The answer may be changing.