October is Small Business Month! And to celebrate, we’re highlighting some of the great small businesses we have throughout the region.
Today for Small Business Month, and for our final day, we’re celebrating three local businesses that keep the New England moving, creating and caring. From the region’s trusted bike experts and skilled engravers to a mobile vet bringing care right to your door, these are the people who make everyday life run a little smoother.
Armidale Bicycle Centre
Keeping the New England rolling for 50 years
2/244 Beardy St, Armidale, NSW 2350
For half a century, Armidale Bicycle Centre has been the heartbeat of cycling in the New England. Founded by the Bullen family in 1974, the business has grown into the region’s leading supplier of quality bikes, accessories and repairs. With more than 165 years of combined experience across the team, their knowledge and expertise have made them a trusted name for cyclists of every level.
Owned and operated by Mark Bullen, the family’s commitment to community and service remains at the core of everything they do. Alongside staff members Flo, Abbott and Katrina, Mark continues to build on his father Jock’s legacy – providing genuine advice, reliable repairs and quality products that keep riders safe and confident on the road or trail.
From professional bike fittings and parts to lessons for beginners and enthusiasts, Armidale Bicycle Centre offers more than just sales – it’s a hub for cycling passion and community connection. Whether you’re buying your first bike or tuning up for your next challenge, you’ll find expert service and a friendly welcome every time.
New England Engraving and Gifts
Personalised treasures, crafted locally in Uralla
84 Bridge St, Uralla, NSW, 2358
Nestled at 84 Bridge St in Uralla, New England Engraving and Gifts offers an array of custom engraved products and thoughtful giftware, from jewellery and pet tags to shirts and trophies. Whether you’re after a unique keepsake or creative signage, the team can make it happen.
Owner run, the business prides itself on using precision engraving tools and laser cut techniques to deliver standout results. With an emphasis on both craftsmanship and personal service, they help bring your ideas to life, even when you start with just a rough sketch or a special memory.
Known for sourcing quality items, offering personalisation, and shipping Australia wide, New England Engraving and Gifts is a reliable destination for anyone wanting something meaningful and made with care. From Uralla to across the region, it stands out as a local gem where attention to detail really counts.
Highlands Mobile Vet
Bringing quality veterinary care to your doorstep
Arding, Armidale, Glen Innes, Guyra, Hillgrove, Invergowrie, Uralla, Walcha
Based in Armidale and servicing up to 100 kilometres in every direction, Highlands Mobile Vet is making animal care more accessible than ever. The locally owned practice provides a full range of large and small animal services, designed to bring compassionate, professional veterinary care straight to your property or home.
Founded by Dr Eden, a passionate and approachable veterinarian with experience managing mobile clinics in Far North Queensland, Highlands Mobile Vet was created to make life easier for pet owners, farmers, and families across the New England. Whether it’s vaccinations, microchipping, blood testing, or livestock emergencies, Eden brings modern care with a friendly, personal touch.
The service is especially valuable for elderly clients, mobility-impaired owners, multi-animal households, and anxious pets. By removing the stress of travel and clinic waiting rooms, Highlands Mobile Vet ensures every animal receives calm, convenient and consistent care where they feel safest – at home.
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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