Letters

Jack from Armidale says this fine piece of journalism exposes the skulduggery of ARC politics, years of wasted funds and corruption. Time for New England to back real independents, not failed party hacks.

Denise from Hillvue says: Barnaby Joyce’s crude, immature interjection during Question Time on September 4 was more than a poor choice of words. It was a stark reminder of the growing disregard for parliamentary decorum and an embarrassment to the people of New England.

Patty Fulloon says training over 100 inmates at Glen Innes Correctional Centre has been the pinnacle of her 20-year career. She hopes community business leaders will give these men a chance, as many are transformed and ready for a positive future.

I just wanted to say a quick thank you to our effective local member – New England Times. Certainly you’re achieving more than the blokes actually elected! I’d genuinely forgotten what it was like to have a story appear in the paper about something not right, and the government actually do something about it in […]

Deni writes that she too has experienced the frustration of lack of radiology services.

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!