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Looking back at opening of Gunnedah Hospital helipad

A Gunnedah Times report last week about the delayed closure of the hospital helipad revived memories of old for many in the community. The Namoi Valley Independent reported in December 1995 how healthcare took a “giant step forward” with the official opening of the helipad in the hospital grounds. The helipad brought Gunnedah into range of critical care emergency services such as Childflight and within the 90-minute radius of the Westpac Hunter Region Rescue Helicopter Service, the NVI reported. The milestone event coincided with the unveiling of the “Ward 6 redevelopment”, which was carried out in an old section of […]

Jul 13, 2025

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  • Local council

Budgets carried forward for Gunnedah shire village signs, saleyard workshop, cultural master plan

Gunnedah Shire Council has provided an update on three projects underway but not completed last financial year. Council’s village entry sign project has been delayed due to an assessment of existing infrastructure being unsuitable. The project aims to update signage on approach roads at Breeza, Carroll, Curlewis, Emerald Hill, Kelvin, Mullaley and Tambar Springs. It has been 20 years since the signs were last updated. Earlier this year council carried out a community survey for input on the structure and layout of the proposed designs. A report to council in June explained that local consultation and design options have been […]

Jul 12, 2025

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Third graders soar while fourths cop reality check in senior soccer

Gunnedah’s third graders enjoyed another solid victory while the fourth graders sank to a sizeable defeat in Tamworth senior soccer action at the Tamworth-based Gipps Street Sporting Complex last Friday night. The thirds stretched their undefeated streak to seven games with their 4-1 win against Oxley Vale Attunga, while the fourths went down 5-0 to the Hillvue Rovers. Gunnedah’s third graders remained equal-third while their opponents remained sixth on the points table, following a spate of goals in the second half. The higher-placed team broke down its opponents in the first half, but some shots at goal went astray while […]

Jul 11, 2025

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Local Business
  • Local business

Meet Paul ‘The Chief’ Harragon at Club Gunnedah

ADVERTORIAL: Club Gunnedah believes that clubs are more than just buildings with bars and bistros. They are the heart of the community. Club Gunnedah is committed to making your club feel like home. It’s a place where you’re always welcome. A place where there’s always something going on. At Club Gunnedah it’s not just about turning up, it’s about belonging. This month, Club Gunnedah has been mixing things up in all the right ways. This year’s State of Origin had mini games at the club for members. Because watching the big game on the big screen should come with a […]

Jul 11, 2025

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