If you were told Armidale is going to have no water for three years because of renewable developments, would you believe it? RK Crosby writes that ultimately the only way to stop misinformation is at the source.
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Posted inOpinion, Social
Opinion: The Question I Brought Home from Moree
Tim O’Reilly flew up from Sydney for a game of golf, and asks why there were not more locals there.
Posted inFeatured, Newsletters, Regulars
Chaffey’s Corner: Councils’ shoestring budgets hanging on by a thread
In his latest newsletter, Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey says Councils are struggling to provide the necessities for their communities.
Posted inPolitical, Regulars
Roy’s Roundup: Disaster Threshold, services and respect
Read the latest newsletter from Member for Barwon Roy Butler
Posted inOpinion, Political, Regulars
Denise’s Desk: From Gravitas to Gimmicks
Denise writes that the people of New England once expected their federal representative to command respect through judgement, preparation and substance. Today, too often, headlines have replaced homework.
Posted inFeatured, National, Opinion
Opinion: Why Payday Super is more than just a payroll change
Laurence McLean writes that Payday Super is one of the most significant workplace reforms in years with an operational impact that goes well beyond payroll.
Posted inLetters
Letter: So frustrating to be silenced
I’m a farmer in the area. I’ve sold my land to an energy company and leased it back so I can keep farming. I’m not the only one. My kids have got the cash now, they don’t need to wait for me to die, and I can happily farm the rest of my days without […]
Posted inLetters
Letter: Credit Where It’s Due
Re: TAFE NSW Tamworth to get $950,000 clean energy training upgrade It’s easy to criticise governments. Social media and the letters pages are full of it. But when a government makes a genuine investment in regional Australia, it deserves to be acknowledged. That’s why the announcement of a $24.8 million investment by the Albanese and […]
Posted inOpinion, Regional
Opinion: Lazy politics means no growth
Mal Peters writes that we need innovation that will drive growth while making sure farmers concerns are addressed.
Posted inEditorial
Editorial: We need your help with something
The Australian Government is currently negotiating with social media giants like Facebook to get them to pay for news content. But the negotiation tactics are hurting us, and we need your help.