Gunnedah residents and businesses are invited to share their views on digital connectivity at two community consultation events in early November as part of a commitment to bridge the digital divide between metropolitan and regional NSW.

The first new dam since 1987 to be built in NSW, will be at Dungowan near Tamworth.

The registration period for the Walcha 2019 Rural Women’s Gathering has been extended to 18 October 2019 to allow time for more ladies to register.

Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson has welcomed the Federal Government announcement that roll-over protection will be mandatory on all new quad bikes within 24 months.

A series of free Christmas concerts in Tamworth is a way of thanking seniors ahead of the festive season, Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson said.

Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson has welcomed $30,000 in support from the Australian Turf Club Foundation’s donation of hay to support local racing enthusiasts.

Connected, digitally-enabled training is a step closer, with the construction of upgraded facilities at TAFE NSW Gunnedah soon to begin.

Preschools and Long Day Care services from Tamworth to Tambar Springs, Werris Creek to Walcha, Bendemeer to Barraba, Nundle to Nowendoc and Gunnedah to Gowrie will receive a much-needed funding boost.

A significant maintenance blitz will take place at eight Tamworth region schools over this holiday break, Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson said.