The Northern Daily Leader
Wednesday, 29 June
Green light for upgrade to roughest part of Goonoo Goonoo Road
A step closer: Work to upgrade this section of Goonoo Goonoo Road has been given the green tick. Photo: Supplied
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Our city of light: 1888
Mike Cashman - Tamworth Historical Society
Light up: This 1901 sketch shows one of the 1888 electric arc-lamps on the Peel/Fitzroy St corner. Photo: Supplied
Werris Creek coal mine modification hoped to provide asset to community
Tess Kelly • 37m ago
MODIFICATION: Whitehaven have submitted an application to modify the closure of the Werris Creek coal mine. Photo: file
'I kept it quiet': Ison plays down career milestone
Julie Maughan
Milestone: Tom Ison has hit an impressive career record, but preferred to focus on the race at hand. He has six races scheduled for this week's meet in Tamworth. Photo: Gareth Gardner.
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Polio has been detected in the UK: Here's everything you need to know
Emma Horn
BACK IN THE DAY: Nurses attend to a patient in an iron lung in the United Kingdom, 1949. Picture: Getty Images
Duchess slams US abortion ruling
William Janes
The Duchess of Sussex has slammed the US Supreme Court decision to roll back abortion rights.
Kyrgios embroiled in spitting scandal
Darren Walton
Nick Kyrgios complains about an umpiring decision during his controversial Wimbledon win.
$5 million puts Inverell Aquatic Centre upgrade in the fast lane
Newsroom
FINAL LAP: Inverell council is one stroke closer to its multi-million-dollar pool redvelopment thanks to a $5m state government grant. Photo: Supplied
'Ludicrous': council rejects Taminda proposal as recipe for 'disaster'
'HIGH RISK': Councillor Helen Tickle said it was ludicrous to even consider developing in a flood plain. Photo: Gareth Gardner, file
Caitlin Reid
'Significant' sentence expected after shots fired at police in chase
Anna Falkenmire • 37m ago
ARRESTED: The car crashed through a golf club fence after a dramatic pursuit last May. Photo: NSW Police
Changing face of region: census reveals migrant shift fuelling growth
CHANGING REGION: Multicultural Tamworth chairman Eddie Whitham said while the statistics show our top listed countries of origin, the city is home to 87 nationalities. Photo: Peter Hardin
Caitlin Reid
Parvo outbreak forces temporary closure of pound drop box
Newsroom
Vaccinate: Gunnedah Veterinary Hospital's Chelsea Mitchell with Milly. Photo: Supplied
'True inspiration': standing ovation for 42 years of school service
Tess Kelly
DEDICATED: St Nicholas Primary School finance manager Robyn Burke has worked at the school for 42 years. Photo: Gareth Gardner
Specsavers sets its sights on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander eye equality
Eva Baxter
BRIDGES: Optometrist Janine Singh is part of Tamworth Specsavers' mission to reduce the gap in eye health among communities. Photo: Peter Hardin
Ryan Kelly-Payne: the 'beast' from the east
BOOM PROSPECT: Big things are expected of Roosters prop Ryan Kelly-Payne. Photo: Mark Bode
Mark Bode
Council backs smoking ban expansion, as vaping 'epidemic' spreads
Caitlin Reid
BUTT OUT: No-smoking signs across the CBD will be replaced to include e-cigarette messaging, Tamworth mayor Russell Webb said. Photo: Peter Hardin
Former Dubbo mayor charged with historical sexual assault
Former mayor Ben Shields has been charged with an alleged historic sexual assault. Picture: Belinda Soole
Zaarkacha Marlan
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Crime Files: on the run for a decade after maximum security jailbreak
John Ure
Escapee: Russell "Mad Dog" Cox escaped from Katingal maximum security prison.
Worry erupts over concerns rural oral health has been forgotten
Tess Kelly
LET DOWN: Australian Dental Association NSW president Dr Michael Jonas. Photo: Peter Hardin
Whirlwind visit brings Quiz Worx
Howard Barnes
Lots of fun: Quiz Word visited the weekly Kootingal Kids Club. Larissa warns Sherbie not to miss the signs along the way. Photo: Supplied
Ezidi refugees learn to navigate tricky health care process in Armidale
DOING GOOD: Kaso Elias, Jehan Darwesh and Melissa van Leeuwen were honoured for their work helping refugees access and understand healthcare. Photo: Supplied
Eva Baxter
P-plate driver left upside down in wreck after drink driving crash
Anna Falkenmire
SENTENCE: The teenager was hit with a fine and good behaviour order in the local court. Photo: File

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Nationals leader hits out at PM over EU trade deal comments
Nationals leader David Littleproud. Picture: Elesa Kurtz.
Gerard Cockburn • 37m ago
3m workers to get welcome reward when they check their pay packets
Gerard Cockburn • 37m ago
Jim Chalmers. Picture: Jamieson Murphy.
Ambulance ramping linked to death risk
Cassandra Morgan • 2hrs ago
A rise in ambulance offload delays has prompted researchers to suggest urgent action is needed.
'Perfect storm' for abuse at Tas hospital
Counsel Assisting Elizabeth Bennett SC asked the nurse's ex-manager if she perceived risk he posed.
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Urgency key to new sepsis clinical plan
Phoebe Loomes • 2hrs ago
A new Sepsis Clinical Care Standard underlines the importance of early diagnosis.
Blockade Australia keep mum on next move
Phoebe Loomes and Sam McKeith • 2hrs ago
Radical climate group Blockade Australia are expected to continue their protests in Sydney.

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Sport
Ryan Kelly-Payne: the 'beast' from the east
BOOM PROSPECT: Big things are expected of Roosters prop Ryan Kelly-Payne. Photo: Mark Bode
Mark Bode
Opinion
Are the Lions simply not tough enough to claim the premiership?
Rohan Connolly
FALLING SHORT: Rohan Connolly says the Lions look like coming up short when it comes to the pointy end of the season yet again. Picture: Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images
'We haven't hit our straps': Swans issue warning after massive win
Zac Lowe
Kicking straight: Josh Jones, seen here during the Swans' derby game against the Kangaroos in round five, is averaging nearly four goals per game this year. Photo: Gareth Gardner.
'I kept it quiet': Ison plays down career milestone
Milestone: Tom Ison has hit an impressive career record, but preferred to focus on the race at hand. He has six races scheduled for this week's meet in Tamworth. Photo: Gareth Gardner.
Julie Maughan
Cornet says players kept quiet with virus
Alize Cornet claims tennis stars kept quiet with COVID-19 during the French Open.
'Relax and enjoy it': Mum's advice as Charlie takes centre stage
Zac Lowe
On court: Charlie Whale believes he is ready for this next step, and hopes NSW Country can make an impact next week in Perth during the Under 16 National Championships. Photo: Peter Hardin.
Gentle header sparks feverish celebrations at Farrer
Zac Lowe
Matchwinner: Luke Gentle stepped up for Farrer when he was most needed, and slotted the winning goal.
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Two junior Bolts sides qualify for finals on wave of local support
Zac Lowe
Federal Election
New analysis shows just how historically unpopular these two men are
While Scott Morrison was unpopular among many for failures during the pandemic, Barnaby Joyce was unpopular even among Nationals voters.
Harley Dennett
Voter disillusionment echoes back 10 years
Hannah Neale
Lead researchers Dr Jill Sheppard and Professor Ian McAllister. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
Labor will need Pocock vote, finalised Senate numbers confirm
Harley Dennett
As a territory senator, David Pocock takes his office immediately instead of the July 1 changeover for state senators. Picture: James Croucher.
Coalition lost ground in two key demographics - neither were women
More than one in 10 decided who they would vote on the same day they went to cast their ballot. Picture: John Veage
Harley Dennett
Pauline Hanson holds onto Senate seat
Hannah Neale
Queensland Senator Pauline Hanson has been re-elected. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
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Public service chiefs need trials before executions
Jack Waterford
From left: New PM&C secretary Glyn Davis, Mike Pezzullo, Phil Gaetjens, and Kathyrn Campbell.
Analysis
Albanese passes the test on new ministry, but it has an important flaw
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces his new ministry on Tuesday. Picture: Elesa Kurtz
Doug Dingwall
'You've struck gold': Labor is back in the winner's rooms
Dan Jervis-Bardy
Anthony Albanese addressed his colleagues inside the Labor caucus room on Tuesday morning. Picture: Elesa Kurtz
Electoral Commission confirms Labor majority government
Hannah Neale
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese forms majority government. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
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'Don't take this for granted': PM before unveiling frontbench
Dan Jervis-Bardy, Finn McHugh
Kristy McBain is set to be elevated to Anthony Albanese's frontbench. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
What's On
Things to Do
Who's doing what and when in our Tamworth community
Peel Street, Tamworth CBD.
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Smorgasbord of events spring into life as foodie festival returns
Caitlin Reid
CHEERS: Tamworth Regional Council events officer Mel Jenkins and events coordinator Michaela Stevens are ready for a big Spring calendar of events. Photo: Gareth Gardner
Two Aussie greats join forces on stage
Theatre Talk
What's on
Seat at the table for male connection and support
Tess Kelly
MEETING: The Men's Table event will be held at Hopscotch in Tamworth. Photo: Supplied
Things to Do
Reining riders back in the saddle for an 'awesome show'
Tess Kelly and Rachael Golledge
SHOW: Reining Australia president Warren Backhouse with Pekarra Smart. Photo: Peter Hardin

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Wing general manager Simon Rossi says drones are a more environmentally friendly way to make deliveries. Picture: Laura Corrigan
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The Roadkill State
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Wildlife rescuer Rowan Wigmore says roadkill should be moved 20 metres from the road to stop scavengers getting hit too. Photo: Paul Scambler
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What happened to Bendigo's Chinese miners?
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More than 150 people carry the Chinese dragon's during Bendigo's Easter parade. Photo: Glenn Daniels
Tamworth Country Music Festival
'A bubble of love': Dallas dynasty grows with addition of baby Lillian
BABY TWO: Chris, Harriet, Lillian and Ashleigh Dallas. Photo: Supplied
Caitlin Reid
April festival deemed 'a success' despite accommodation issues
Caitlin Reid
FESTIVAL REVIEW: Tamworth Country Music Festival manager Barry Harley said looking back, the postponed April festival was a success given the circumstances. Photo: Caitlin Reid
What did you think of the 50th festival? Review panel asks the question
Caitlin Reid
FESTIVAL FEEDBACK: More feedback on this year's festival is welcome, and organisers want to know how they can improve. Photo: Gareth Gardner
Comprehensive collection finds permanent home in country music capital
LEGACY COLLECTION: Gay Kayler, wife of the late Johnny Ashcroft, presented the unique collection to the Country Music Hall of Fame. Photo: Caitlin Reid
Caitlin Reid
Fans raise a record sum for health care
Newsroom
Photo: File
Worth Their Weight in Gold
Golden Guitars opened the doors for women to write country music: Joy McKean
Caitlin Reid
TRAILBLAZER: Industry icon Joy McKean said Tamworth created the base for country music to become a respected genre. Photo: Peter Hardin
Country music fans go pink to raise money for cancer support
Tess Kelly
FUNDS: Wests Entertainment Group deputy CEO James Cooper and Cancer Council community programs coordinator Shaen Fraser. Photo: Gareth Gardner
Police praise good behaviour at music festival after 100-cop blitz
Andrew Messenger
QUIET WEEK: Superintendent Kylie Endemi said people behaved well during the festival despite thousands of new faces in Tamworth. Photo: Peter Hardin

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Water Pressure
$24 million flushed down drain after New England dam project canned
DAM DEAD: Water minister Kevin Anderson announced this week that the government had killed the Mole River project in the face of "significant opposition" from locals. Photo: Andrew Messenger
Andrew Messenger
Rethink billion-dollar Dungowan dam 'megaproject': Infrastructure NSW
Andrew Messenger
DAM RETHINK: Infastructure NSW has recommended the state government rethink Tamworth's huge $1.3 billion Dungowan Dam scheme. Photo: Gareth Gardner
Dust off the winter warmers as city shivers into cold season
Anna Falkenmire
STORMY: Tamworth started the week with a gloomy day on Monday and the cold weather is set to continue. Photo: Anna Falkenmire
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Our city of light: 1888
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Light up: This 1901 sketch shows one of the 1888 electric arc-lamps on the Peel/Fitzroy St corner. Photo: Supplied
Whirlwind visit brings Quiz Worx
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Vaccinate: Gunnedah Veterinary Hospital's Chelsea Mitchell with Milly. Photo: Supplied
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