Opinion: Access is not enough
New England Times Engage
Posted inFeatured, Political, Regulars, Social
Begin Rant: These numbers do not add up
RK Crosby writes that government numbers from the federal budget the NSW Government’s strategic transport plan are fiction, and New England is paying the price.
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Opinion: Communities Ending Violence
Penny Lamaro writes that you don’t need to be an expert to make a difference in the lives of people affected by domestic violence this National Domestic Violence Remembrance Day
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Opinion: Access is not enough
Ingrid writes that Armidale is not as accessible as you might think, and encourages others to have their say on Armidale’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan.
Posted inFeatured, Newsletters, Regulars
Chaffey’s Corner: One year on
In his latest newsletter, Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey reflects on one year in the job.
Posted inLetters
Letter: Rail Trail silencing opposition
I wanted to make a submission as part of the consultation on the Armidale Rail Trail. I went to the website, read the instructions, and froze. Comments can’t be anonymous. Must provide name and address. Create an account. Be identifiable. Normally that would be fine, I don’t have a problem putting my name to my […]
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QW: Pauline’s Plane
I am no supporter of One Nation but the hypocrisy over her plane is disingenuous.All political parties take donations most are untraceable . At least this is transparent.
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Denise’s Desk: Private Jets, Public Money. How is this allowed?
Denise writes this week about populist rhetoric, private jets and taxpayer-funded travel — the contradictions are getting harder to ignore. When does it stop passing the pub test?
Posted inEditorial, Social
Editorial: Fighting for survival this World Press Freedom Day
RK Crosby writes that with the end of print newspapers in New England, this World Press Freedom Day, it feels like we’re fighting for press survival.
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QW: Coalition fuel reserves plan
This is a better plan than the previous Coalition proposal of overseas storage. However, will the proposed storage be located near current coastal metropolitan sites, or fresh infrastructure strategically placed near major inland agricultural centres? Consider the advantages of ten (10) major storage sites of say 100 million litres (100,000,000 L) located outside towns along […]