Re: Begin Rant: Why is everyone so angry? An impressive rant identifying most provocations. However, expecting Barnababy Joyce ”to act like an adult” is a forlorn wish while the ”core values of the National party” have degenerated. Too many regional voters accept these values without question. Maintain the rage; regional Australia demands the politicians invest […]
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QW: This is why full training is a must
Re: B-Double crashed into Armidale viaduct That is why full training is a must in the industry. We drivers should all know the trucks heights and even if the hight wasn’t on the bridge you can tell if it’s too low. To top it off by unhooking your A trailer while loaded is a definite […]
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Letter: Look beyond the headline
Re: Denise’s Desk: The Schoolyard Bully Test I read this post and had to laugh. To be honest, I think people should look beyond the headline and ask a simple question: Does the Pauline Hanson ONP record present Pauline Hanson as a thoughtful voice worthy of the peoples trust? Does she present humanity, peace and long-term […]
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Letter: Ray Walsh House debacle undermines TRC leadership
Stephen writes ratepayers have every right to ask questions about the handling of Ray Walsh House, a costly and an embarrassing failure of leadership, governance, transparency and financial management.
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QW: Inland Rail decision shortsighted
How shortsighted does Australia continue to be about rail infrastructure by terminating the line at Parkes. Councils should not let this eventuate but fight for its completion as this will reduce heavy traffic on regional roads with less wear and tear on this infrastructure from truck traffic apart from the reduction in greenhouse gases. It […]
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Chaffey’s Corner: One year on
In his latest newsletter, Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey reflects on one year in the job.
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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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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.