North West News

Residents in and around Nundle and Hanging Rock were left in the dark last night, as a power outage hit around 900 households and businesses. Broken cross arms and fallen power-lines kept Essential Energy crews busy into the early hours. It was a chilly night to spend without an electric blanket, with temperatures dropping below zero. Power was restored to all those affected just after 8am.   (NOTE: Vision only)

Bikers gathered in Tamworth today for the annual Vinnies blanket run. Riders coming from as far as Dubbo to help out those less fortunate.

Being a teenager can be hard at times but spare a thought for those battling deafness. The Hear For You organisation held a two day event in Tamworth this weekend to make things a little easier.

The inaugural World Bee Day has been celebrated around the globe, but for beekeepers in Tamworth, there’s not much to smile about. With drought destroying the chance of next year’s plant growth, the future of honey is threatened.

Two cyclists have been seriously injured after colliding with a car on the Bruxner Highway, near Drake shortly before midday. Both cyclists were taken to hospital for treatment while the driver is assisted police with their inquires. The highway remains closed between Tenterfield and Casino.

‘I Still Call Australia Home’ is a song that many would claim is a national icon. Written by Australian music legend Peter Allen, his hometown of Tenterfield has launched a festival celebrating his life in the arts. “Tenterfield has so much to be proud of, it’s history, it’s geography, it’s food and arts culture, and now it has the Peter Allen Festival,” says Vince Sherry from Tenterfield Business Chamber. Announced on the historic veranda of The Tenterfield Saddler… the namesake of one of his famous songs. With tickets now on sale, council is strongly backing the September event. “I’m honored as mayor to be here today and show our support to council and from the get go, our support’s always been there, and any advice or direction we can give, that will be there all the time,” says Tenterfield Mayor Peter …

Firefighters across the region have opened the doors to their stations today, giving locals an insight into what they do. Junior firefighters came on board, while hot tips on winter safety were shared with the adults.

The people lending their time to local organisations for free are hard to come by and often overlooked. But the Tamworth Volunteers Expo on Monday is hoping to change that.  

A $200-million dollar solar farm has been proposed for the Tamworth region. Chinese investors have begun talks with Council and will be in town next week to inspect some sites.

Almost 80,000 books will be on offer at the Rotary Club of Armidale’s Book Fair from tomorrow. The funds raised from the eight day sale will go straight back into the community.