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Protecting our rare and precious island gem

25 February 2023

Minister for Environment and Water Tanya Plibersek explains the Government’s plan to strengthen national conservation of Macquarie Island, by placing all the Australian waters surrounding it under marine park protection.

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The origin and bigger picture of the New England Times

23 February 2023

New England Times Publisher RK Crosby says the launch of the digital publication today is just the first step of a broader strategy to help revitalise the region.

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The rural GP on the verge of extinction: urgent medical attention required

15 February 2023

Member for Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall warns the rural GP has become an endangered species and extinction is imminent unless State and Federal governments work together, and the Single Employer Model is implemented… before it’s too late.

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Five policy interventions that would support local and regional news

1 February 2023

If Government is serious about supporting media diversity and public interest journalism to address the news deserts that have emerged across Australia, it needs to clear a path for locally produced news to build sustainability.

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Indigenous Leader Advocates for Unity on Australia Day

26 January 2023

Pastor James Dargin, a recognised Indigenous leader and elder in Wollongong, calls for unity on Australia Day.

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Bipartisan approach demanded on Recognition of First Nations and Voice

23 January 20237 March 2025

Empowered Communities demand a bipartisan approach to the Indigenous Voice to Parliament

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QW: More support for Rail Trail

11 January 20232 March 2025

By all means yes to a decent bus service, but at both public meetings I attended at Guyra there was majority support for the rail trail. It will be a game changer for this area in terms of visitor numbers and economic activity. Plus, a great recreational resource for locals.

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QW: This is exciting!

18 December 20222 March 2025

What a great initiative! There is certainly a gap in the media in the New England region and it’s just fantastic to have a community-driven local news outlet on the way. Good luck to you New England Times!

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Paracetamol on prescription? What?

12 November 20222 March 2025

The TGA is considering proposals to limit the availability of paracetamol. Concerns about intentional overdose are hardly justification for it.