RK Crosby writes that according to a One Nation fan, she is responsible for fuel prices, his unemployment, whatever was wrong with his car, a court decision denying him custody of his children, the lack of staff at the front desk, the war with Iran, the general state of the world, and some sprawling conspiracy…
New England Times Engage
Posted inPolitical, Something to Think About
Opinion: What is it about the hat?
Kath Jacobs writes that a disturbing number of people are obsessed with Barnaby’s hat, and are missing the real issues.
Posted inQuick Word
QW: Made in New England
Why don’t we make this a permanent thing, Made in New England? I guess you could always add Australia under New England. We could have tags and stickers for anything made in the region. Re: https://www.netimes.com.au/advertising/made-in-new-england-2026/
Posted inLetters
Letter: Relying on one type of transport is risky
Siri Gamage writes that recent fuel supply concerns highlights that relying almost entirely on diesel-powered road transport is risky.
Posted inFeatured, Political, Regulars, Something to Think About
Denise’s Desk: When Repetition Replaces Reality
Denise says trust in democratic institutions is not strengthened by continually telling citizens that their country is broken.
Posted inFeatured, Regional
Opinion: A conversation our community needs
Tanya Langdon says we should question how decisions that link projects are being made.
Posted inEditorial, Featured
Editorial: Navigating the fuel crunch together
The fuel crunch is affecting daily life across our region, so lets work together to get through this.
Posted inPolitical, Something to Think About
Opinion: Is democracy the worst form of government – apart from all the others?
James Ley asks five experts about the strengths and weaknesses of democracy, the face evidence that trust in democratic institutions is declining.
Posted inPolitical, Regulars
Denise’s Desk: Why flirting with One Nation is bad for Farrer — and worse for New England
Denise says the Farrer by-election might seem a long way from New England, but the political warning signs it is sending should concern regional communities everywhere.
Posted inSomething to Think About, Tips and Tricks
Macca’s Weeds: The resilience of Lucerne and the aphid threat
Paul McIntosh reflects on the evolution of Lucerne in Australia, from the devastating aphid outbreaks of the 1970s to the importance of choosing the right crown height for modern paddocks.