NEGOTIATIONS are continuing with two parties for the sale of the Gunnee Feedlot near Delungra, where locals are hopeful the new buyer will re-open the facility.

People around the Inverell district have dug deep for The Salvation Army’s Red Shield Doorknock Appeal, with more than $9500 raised at first count. Captain Chris Millard of the Inverell Salvation Army said he was grateful for the response from the commun

The Inverell Motorcycle Restorers Club will hold its 16th official annual Rally on April 19-20.

The sixth annual Opera in the Paddock was held to a large and appreciative crowd on Saturday night at “Mimosa” Delungra, with more than 1200 visitors soaking in the atmosphere and enjoying the beautiful recitals of many opera favourites.

Final preparations are underway for Opera in the Paddock and a Twilight Recital of German Song.