2+ hour, 55+ min ago   (540+ words) Boggabri Coal has been granted state government approval to extend its mine life until the end of 2040. The determination was published last week and allows the company to recover an additional 25 million tonnes of total coal production. Direct employment for…...

2+ hour, 55+ min ago   (778+ words) Gunnedah Garden Club thoroughly enjoyed its August meeting at the Carroll Gap Farmhouse, a surprisingly quaint and rustic homestead. Twenty-five people attended and the club welcomed new member, Ann Stubbs, sister of Sue Braby. Jan Dirks and her lovely helpers…...

6+ day, 9+ min ago   (697+ words) MARIE HOBSON, GUNNEDAH AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY It is not widely known that Gunnedah once boasted three picture theatres, with the open-air Garden Theatre the most popular venue during the long, hot summers. Many older residents would remember the Garden…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago   (571+ words) Well-known Gunnedah couple Barbara and Barry Weston will reach a significant milestone next month when they gather with family and friends to celebrate 70 years of marriage. The traditional title given to this incredible anniversary is appropriately named platinum – symbolising strength…...

2+ week, 1+ min ago   (1228+ words) MARIE HOBSON, GUNNEDAH AND DISTRICT HISTORIAL SOCIETY Eulogies and obituaries often reveal previously unknown facts about a person’s life, with mourners often commenting that they had no idea the deceased had achieved so much in their lives. William Henry Pike…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago   (257+ words) The owner of a much-loved all-terrain racing bike is offering a reward for information which leads to its return following its theft earlier this year. Well-known Gunnedah resident Garry Turner had his prized Giant Revolt 2024 gravel bicycle stolen from the…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (859+ words) With the poignant Long Tan Cross mural as a backdrop, Vietnam Veterans’ Day was commemorated at the Water Tower Museum last Tuesday. The commemoration began with the iconic Red Gum war ballad I Was Only 19, setting the scene for an…...

3+ week, 2+ hour ago   (539+ words) GUNNEDAH Shire Council will conduct a 12-month trial to address the increasing number of feral cats. The issue was brought to the council’s attention by Cr Ann Luke, who had previously sought information from staff about measures to respond to…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago   (246+ words) GUNNEDAH Shire Council will use unspent funds from the animal impound facility upgrade project towards security upgrades and a portable surveillance camera trailer. The council agreed to allocate $300,000 towards an automated sliding security gate, additional security cameras and floodlights. A…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (412+ words) MCLEAN Care, the operator of aged care facilities in Gunnedah, will merge with Respect Group after seeking a new provider for its regional services. The Inverell-based not-for-profit aged care provider has operated the 79-bed Apex Road residential aged care home…...