Police probe motel break-in
A crime scene has been established at a motel in west Moree after an aggravated break and enter in the early hours of this morning.
View ArticleFestival patrons urged to act responsibly
Tamworth police are encouraging people attending the Tamworth Country Music Festival to enjoy themselves responsibly.
View ArticleCaptain Thunderbolt and the police cover-up
Ned Kelly has long been regarded as a bushranger notoriously ill-treated by the colonial system of justice. But relatives of Captain Thunderbolt from New South Wales also claim a miscarriage of justice.
View ArticleCameras to monitor CBD crime
Security cameras are being installed in Tamworth's city centre in an effort to reduce crime rates.
View ArticleSkye's Law more 'relevant' in rural areas
The New South Wales western region's police commander says new laws dealing with police pursuits are more relevant in rural areas than metropolitan centres.
View ArticleCocaine arrests up more than 50pc in NSW
The Bureau of Crime statistics says a 55pc jump in arrests for cocaine possession shows its use is increasing.
View ArticleOpposition pledges grog violence crackdown
The Nationals' Duty MLC for Tamworth says the Opposition's police policy will help to curb alcohol-related violence by increasing penalties for public drunkenness.
View ArticleCall for feedback on Tamworth graffiti plan
Tamworth Regional Council is calling for written submissions on its plan to reduce the incidence of graffiti in the Council area.
View ArticleNew alcohol-free zone at Narrabri
Narrabri Shire Council is introducing another alcohol-free zone outside a hotel in the western section of the town.
View ArticleSapphire heist in Inverell
Police in Inverell, in northern New South Wales, are making a public appeal for assistance after sapphires were stolen from the town's Tourist Information Centre.
View ArticleBarwon police warn of rise in crime
Police from the Barwon Local Area Command are warning of an increase in break-ins and car thefts across the region.
View ArticleTenterfield Mayor calls for more police
The Mayor of Tenterfield Shire Council is calling for extra police resources to deal with a spike the number of in break-ins.
View Article41 years on the front line
Steve Bradshaw says he is really lucky to have served the majority of his time in rural New South Wales
View ArticleDomestic violence program expanded to Tamworth
A program that provides free legal assistance to victims of domestic violence is being rolled out in the Tamworth area.
View ArticlePolice: Traffic offences drop at the start of the holiday period
Police say there has been a significant drop in the number of traffic offences across the western region so far this holiday period.
View ArticleMoree crime spree
There has been a spate of break-ins at Moree, with thieves robbing several businesses and homes each night during the past fortnight.
View ArticleExtra money for CCTV in Tamworth
A member of Tamworth Regional Council wants to use Commonwealth funding to expand the number of closed circuit television cameras (CCTV) across the city, in northern New South Wales.
View ArticleGunnedah venues urged to renew alcohol restrictions
Gunnedah Shire Council has asked the local Liquor Accord to renew a 12 month trial of venues serving only mid-strength alcohol after midnight.
View ArticleBoggabilla residents urged to report crimes
Moree Police have travelled to Boggabilla, in north-west New South Wales, to urge the community to come forward with more evidence when reporting crimes.
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