Gunnedah’s Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal is looking to boost its fundraising efforts this year after delivering assistance to about 15 per cent of the local population in recent months. The Red Shield’s digital doorknock is held each year in Gunnedah during May, raising funds for individuals and families in need within the local community. After a huge 12-month period for the Salvos in Gunnedah, having assisted 1424 individuals and families in need or about 15 per cent of the population, the Salvos are stepping up their campaign with the Steps for Hope Challenge. This year the Salvos are inviting […]

Young people from across the region gathered at Gunnedah’s town hall last Thursday for the 2025 Youth Expo. The expo, which was delivered by Gunnedah Shire Council, assisted students and young people by taking the first step in understanding how to start a career – which could be a conversation. For others, it is arguably the best place to find freebies and lollies. A new Zooper Dooper giveaway was in place for those teens who engaged well with stall holders. Students from Gunnedah High School, St Mary’s College, Carinya, Quirindi High School and Coonabarabran High School, along with people from […]