Mal Peters argues that Barnaby’s constant negative rhetoric affects people’s mental health and he should go now for the good of the New England.
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Posted inQuick Word
QW: Yes, Barnaby Joyce to not contest next election for the New England.
Thelma says – This is what happens to decent people when they have had enough with the idiots they have to work with that have no common sense or decency. You’ll be right Barnaby. I thought you were better than this and would fight harder for this great country.
Posted inSocial, Something to Think About
Duval High School needs to be reinstated as a school
Teacher Jan Hall says putting the entire town’s public high school students together was just asking for trouble
Posted inRegulars
ARC…Is our Council hiding something?
Deni McKenzie says Armidale residents deserve answers, questioning why Council is pushing for another bike trail instead of restoring the rail line that would serve northern communities, support emergency access, and boost the region before the 2032 Games.
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Global crises, real fear: Why the world’s problems are fuelling everyday anxiety
Constant exposure to global crises and negative news is fuelling rising anxiety – especially among young Australians. South Pacific Private urges people to pause, reflect and take their free online anxiety self-assessment to find support.
Posted inNational, Regulars
When wheat prices soar, so do house prices in the grain belt
House prices in Australia’s wheat belt have surged 85% over the past decade, outpacing wheat’s 26% rise. This analysis of 11 key regions shows how weather booms, La Niña cycles, and shifting interest rates drive periods of perfect synchrony – and sudden disconnection – between crops and country property.
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Remembering Michael Tooth
Former Vice President of NSW Farmers and NFF, John Crosby, remembers his friend and mentor Michael Tooth, as doing his best work in the background.
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October is Dyslexia Awareness Month
Your Tutor Armidale says with the right support, every learner can thrive. This Dyslexia Awareness Month, they’re spreading understanding and offering personalised, evidence-based tutoring that helps build confidence and literacy skills.
Posted inEnvironmental
Extreme weather now costs Australians $4.5b a year
Johanna Nalau says better insurance options would help us adapt to the increase in extreme weather
Posted inLetters
Letter: Critical Questions for the GM, ARC About His Rail Trail Plans
Recently Armidale Regional Council (ARC) General Manager James Roncon stated that he wants to “get the rail trail back on track.” In light of this, there are a number of important questions that need to be asked of the General Manager: Expenditure of Ratepayers’ Funds How much ratepayers’ money has been spent to date on […]