October is Small Business Month! And to celebrate, we’re highlighting some of the great small businesses we have throughout the region.
Today we have a legal firm that is dedicated to supporting with compassion, a specialist in using exercise to take control of your health, and the yummiest, locally made wholesome treat.
Lyon Legal Services
Driven by care, defined by results.
5/23 Lawrence Street, Inverell, NSW 2360
At Lyon Legal Services, expertise and empathy go hand in hand. Proudly serving communities across New South Wales, this award-winning regional firm is dedicated to supporting individuals, families, and businesses with clear, practical, and compassionate legal guidance. With offices in Inverell and Tamworth, Lyon Legal offers trusted support in Family Law, Mediation, Criminal Law, Wills and Estate Planning, Conveyancing, Rural and Commercial transactions, and Water Licences.
Led by Principal Solicitor Neurelle Lyon, who brings more than 25 years of Family Law experience, the firm is recognised as the Award-Winning Family Law Firm – Northern NSW 2025. Neurelle’s leadership combines strength, compassion, and deep expertise, shaping a team that goes above and beyond for every client. In 2025, Lyon Legal expanded its reach with the acquisition of Harris Solicitors in Tamworth, strengthening its presence and continuing to deliver excellence across the region.
What truly sets Lyon Legal apart is its unique focus on Parenting Coordination, making it the only firm in the area to offer this innovative service. By helping families navigate conflict and find cooperative pathways forward, Lyon Legal continues to lead with care, integrity, and results – a regional powerhouse grounded in goodness.
Entity Health New England
Empowering health through movement
93, Rusden Street, South Hill, Armidale, NSW 2350
At Entity Health, movement is medicine. Based inside Elements Fitness in Armidale, this locally owned Exercise Physiology clinic is dedicated to helping people take control of their health through individualised, evidence-based exercise. Every program is designed to support clients on their journey toward strength, balance, and lasting wellbeing – in a space that’s safe, inclusive, and empowering.
Founded by Armidale local Shae Flynn, Entity Health reflects her passion for rural and women’s health. Since graduating from UNE in 2018, Shae has grown Entity into a thriving practice with a team of four exercise professionals, offering expertise across musculoskeletal rehabilitation, women’s health, neurological conditions, metabolic syndromes, cardiovascular disease, disability, and paediatric development.
More than just a clinic, Entity Health is a community built on care, knowledge, and connection. Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing a chronic condition, or simply wanting to move and feel better, the team at Entity Health is here to help you strengthen not just your body – but your whole self.
Melibee Honey
Pure flavour. Pure New England.
Balala Road, Balala, NSW 2358
Sweet, simple, and proudly local – Melibee Honey is redefining what it means to enjoy nature’s most wholesome treat. Family-owned and based in the New England High Country, Melibee harvests rich, eco-friendly honey straight from local farms, creating flavours that capture the purity and character of the region.
Known for their award-winning creamed honey, Melibee has become a favourite among honey lovers for their smooth texture and inventive flavour infusions. From Ginger Kick and Chai Spice to Lemon Myrtle and Berry Burst, each jar is a small masterpiece – lovingly crafted to bring a little sweetness to every home.
You’ll find Melibee at local markets, selected retail outlets, and online, where customers can explore their range or send an e-Gift card to someone special. Whether it’s a spoonful in your tea or a drizzle on breakfast, Melibee’s honey is more than a product – it’s a taste of the New England community, pure and simple.
Throughout October, we’ll run stories highlighting the great local businesses we have right here in our communities. This is a free service – the businesses highlighted have not paid for this story.
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