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Posted inColumns, Political

Chaffey’s Corner: AgQuip, Vietnam Vets, Roads, My First Speech

18 August 202518 August 2025

Read the latest newsletter from Member for Parkes, Jamie Chaffey MP.

Posted inEditorial, Featured

Have your say in more ways on Engage

17 August 202517 August 2025

We’re improving the range of voices we have on New England Times Engage, and seeking regular contributors who would like to have their own column, as well as broadening the kinds of articles and letters.

Posted inColumns, Regional

Begin Rant: Radiology deserts in regional NSW are a policy failure costing millions

13 August 202513 August 2025

RK Crosby argues that Armidale Hospital’s lack of an MRI is a costly policy failure, forcing needless delays, bed block, and second-class care for regional patients.

Posted inLetters

Letter: Confetti Lane brings colour and smiles to Armidale

13 August 202513 August 2025

A new community art project appeared in Armidale last weekend. In the tucked away laneway at the back of Armidale’s East Mall a “Confetti Lane” appeared. Colourful! Makes one smile! Many locals helped paint the coloured circles that have liven up a dowdy spot. Take a look!

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QW: Quick wish for easier access to letters

12 August 202512 August 2025

As usual, my congratulations to your team for being first with the news. I was thinking last night that it would be amazing if you could put a link to Letters to the Editor just above the weather forecast. I often read down and forget to find the link to LTTE…a very important section of […]

Posted inColumns

Reinstating the Northern Rail Line: A Strategic Opportunity for Regional Connectivity and Resilience

7 August 20257 August 2025

Reinstating the disused Northern Rail Line offers a cost-effective way to boost freight, strengthen regional economies, and enhance resilience while Inland Rail construction remains stalled in Queensland.

Posted inColumns

Roy’s Roundup: Fire Trucks, Funding and Regional Voices

6 August 20256 August 2025

From community visits and committee hearings to new fire trucks and infrastructure funding, it’s been a busy few weeks across Barwon. Read about the latest updates, announcements, and local progress.

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Representing Parkes: Jamie Chaffey’s first address

5 August 20255 August 2025

Jamie Chaffey delivered his first speech to Parliament, pledging to fight for the Parkes electorate, support regional communities, and address key issues like infrastructure, energy, and farming.

Posted inColumns, Something to Think About

Begin Rant: We need fewer councils

26 July 202526 July 2025

RK Crosby argues that half the New England councils are too small to exist. Cue outrage… now.

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Letter: Desperately seeking relevance….

25 July 202525 July 2025

Denise McHugh of Tamworth writes that Barnaby Joyce’s 7.30 appearance on 23 July was embarrassing – all bluster and no substance.

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