Driving through Tenterfield tomorrow? Expect delays
Motorists are being advised of changed traffic conditions on the New England Highway at Tenterfield on Tuesday, June 24, from 7am to 5pm, weather permitting.
ADMS brings bold, fresh twist to Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night
With bold costumes, an original score and a black-tie gala opening night, this vibrant production of a Shakespeare classic is not to be missed.
New England to benefit from Closing the Gap commitment
The New England will benefit from the State Government’s allocation of $246.8 million over the next 4 years to Close the Gap to improve the lives of Aboriginal people in NSW.
Local News
Locals love the caravanning lifestyle
Many locals love camping and caravanning, and members of the Tamworth branch of the New South Wales Association of Caravan Clubs are some of the most enthusiastic.
Local leaders unite to overcome bureaucracy in housing supply
Business NSW calls for urgent action to deal with housing shortages and bigger reforms proposed by the Building Commission NSW appear to have stalled, but locals are getting it done.
Mateship, music & men’s Health: A memorable Men’s Night Out in Glen Innes
Over 120 community members gathered at the Glen Innes Services Club on Friday for an unforgettable evening of mateship, music, and mental health awareness.
Armidale student to travel to Korea and Singapore for Premier’s scholarship
An Armidale Secondary College student will head to the past to participate in an international history tour to learn more about Australia’s wartime history after being awarded a NSW Government scholarship.
Simple ways to save at end of financial year
It can be easy to save money at the end of the financial year by timing major purchases around sales events and doing your homework. Learn how here.
What's On
Top 5 ways to make sure you’re in the running for Best in the New England
It’s almost time for our biggest promotion of the year – Best in the New England is back!
Events
Balancing ActEnds: June 27, 2025
Balancing ActEnds: June 28, 2025
Markets in the mallEnds: June 29, 2025
Tingha Community MarketsEnds: July 5, 2025
HATCHEnds: July 5, 2025
Politics
Discovery rail passes quietly disappear in ‘review’
Another service has been taken away from rural communities by stealth, with the NSW Government withdrawing the 3 and 6 month NSW TrainLink Discovery Passes
New England youth gain educational boost
Young people in the New England region will be supported to improve their literacy and numeracy skills while achieving machine operation accreditation thanks to $50,000 in funding.
Refurbished saleyards open in Gunnedah
The $27.4m refurbishment of Gunnedah Saleyards were officially opened yesterday, delivering a much need roof – and a long future – to the state’s fifth largest salesyards.
BUSINESS
Farm succession events to help prepare for transition
Practical Business Transition and Succession Planning information sessions will be held in Glen Innes and Tamworth in mid-July.
SPORT
Armidale students podium at Bay to Bay Half Marathon
Gold medals for Armidale students in Half Marathon class, taking 5 of the 6 podium positions in their age group in the Bay to Bay Half Marathon from Gosford to Woy Woy last Sunday.
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LOCAL BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
New look, same trusted expertise: New England Hydraulics and Diesel
They’ve built a reputation for delivering high quality service and creative solutions, and now have a new look as they commit to a strong future delivering for New England.
Selling your home in a regional Australian market: Essential tips for success
Award-winning real estate agent, Kyle Garrahy, gave us some invaluable tips to help you sell your home effectively in our regional area.
Good News
By kids, for kids: Trackside’s brave and innovative model that just might work
As most communities in the New England struggle with youth issues, the community with the youngest population is trying something new – and they don’t have the money to do it.
Over $4000 raised for cancer patients at Whitebull luncheon
Can Assist Armidale has an extra $4000 to help local cancer patients thanks to its Autumn Charity Luncheon and month-long fundraising efforts at Armidale’s Whitebull Hotel.
