Tanya Langdon writes that until the NSW Government makes a decision, the future of the rail corridor north of Armidale remains open.
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Opinion: Childcare centres have staffing rules, but many find loopholes
UNE researchers Tammy Williams and Marg Rogers explore how “under-the-roof” loopholes in childcare staffing ratios are compromising child safety and driving educator burnout across Australia.
Posted inOpinion, Political, Regional
Opinion: Ever-Growing Costs of Fast Rail and Inland Rail: Is There a Better Way?
Siri Gamage questions the $90 billion price tag of the Sydney–Newcastle fast rail, arguing that investment should instead focus on regional corridors like the Great Northern Railway to unlock inland economic potential.
Posted inPolitical, Regional, Regulars
Roy’s Roundup: Lake Cargelligo tragedy, firearms laws & saving greyhound tracks
Roy Butler discusses the tragedy in Lake Cargelligo, efforts to wind back firearms legislation, and support for Warren flood victims. He also highlights “The Big Shout” charity, the inquiry into regional service delivery, and the fight to save greyhound tracks in Broken Hill.
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Armidale Airport: Ratepayers urged to have a say
Armidale Regional Ratepayers Association (ARRA) has long been concerned with the operation of our Regional Airport, and is asking ratepayers to have their say.
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Do We Have Responsive Governments? New England’s Dilemmas as we approach end of 2025
Siri Gamage writes that the public and media are again turning their minds to some very long standing issues in our region.
Posted inOpinion, Regional, Regulars, Tips and Tricks
Macca’s weeds: Lucerne Growing Tips
Macca shares his top tips for Lucerne survivability. From protecting the crown from damage to ensuring the crop doesn’t get “wet feet,” learn how to keep your paddock profitable. Plus, a look back at draining blocks by shovel in the South Burnett.
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Spending money to make money
Deni McKenzie writes that Armidale Regional Council’s ideas of investing in the future seem to be out of whack.
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Radiology deserts in regional NSW are a policy failure costing millions
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.
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An Open Letter to the Prime Minister – When the Bush Pays for the City’s Silence
Glen Innes Severn Mayor Margot Davis has written an open letter to the PM calling for urgent action to fix the shortage of funding for councils, and end the hateful online abuse that results from the SRV process.