Gunnedah Shire will mark the end of an era in May with the closure of Gunnedah Times, established in 2020 after the closure of the Namoi Valley Independent.
The final edition will be published on May 7, 2026.
The decision to cease publication of the masthead comes as a result of the closure of the print site in Tamworth, announced by its operator last week.
The Gunnedah Times was warmly received by the community upon its establishment and has proudly covered the shire in its entirety.
The Courier (Narrabri), Wee Waa News and North West Magazine will also cease publication.
In recent years, the Gunnedah Times has been recognised in the Country Press NSW awards including being awarded Best Paid Newspaper in 2024.
“We want to sincerely thank our advertisers, readers and the wider Gunnedah Shire community for their support,” the newspaper’s editor Dylan Smith said.
This decision has not been made lightly. It reflects a combination of increasing operational costs and the logistical challenges associated with the closure of the Tamworth press site.
“Our advertisers have backed local journalism through good times and challenging periods, and their support has helped ensure community stories continued to be told,” Mr Smith said.
“To our loyal readers, thank you for welcoming the Gunnedah Times into your homes and lives each week. Your trust and engagement have meant everything to us.”
“Gunnedah is a strong and connected community, and it has been a privilege to help share its stories, achievements and milestones.”
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