Discover our history at the Tamworth Regional Heritage Festival
The 2025 Tamworth Regional Heritage Festival is underway with plenty of events to keep everyone entertain up until Sunday, May 18.
New work celebrating New England Stories to premiere at Bach Festival
A brand-new musical work rooted in the landscapes and stories of the New England region will have its world premiere as part of this year’s New England Bach Festival in Armidale this weekend
Nominees Announced for Inaugural Tamworth Bush Ballad Awards
The nominees for the inaugural Tamworth Bush Ballad Awards have been revealed… check them out here.
Local News
Mind your P’s and Q’s at NERAM’s weekend of printmaking
A weekend jam packed full of printmaking activities will be held at NERAM this weekend Check it what is in store here.
Meet Brent Larkham, One Nation, New England
Tamworth mechanic and first-time candidate Brent Larkham is taking his bid for the seat of New England to the people, one town and one conversation at a time.
Inverell Council to participate in Bush Bursary Program for medical students
Inverell Shire Council has unanimously resolved to participate in the Bush Bursary program for 2025/2026, contributing to the development of a sustainable rural health workforce.
NSW Government moves to legalise virtual fencing for cattle
In a move that will bring NSW legislation in line with Tasmania, Queensland and Western Australia, the NSW Government has announced that they will legalise virtual fencing for cattle in the state.
Glen Innes welcome new doctor to town
Glen Innes has welcomed a new doctor to town with the arrival of Dr. Danyal Tarachi, who is already making a meaningful impact on the local community.
What's On
Local and independent newsrooms unite for national grassroots campaign
The Local & Independent News Association (LINA) has announced the return of its national fundraising initiative, Our News. Your Voice.
Events
Pitch2Grow MoreeEnds: May 2, 2025
2025 Galah Regional Photography Prize ExhibitionEnds: May 2, 2025
Tingha Community MarketsEnds: May 3, 2025
Sri Lankan New Year Celebration 2025Ends: May 3, 2025
Sapphire City MarketsEnds: May 4, 2025
Politics
Engage Poll: Popcorn required for Parkes but Joyce easy retain in New England
The final Engage Poll is predicting a very similar result for New England as in 2022, but Parkes is hard to pick with significant regional variation and a huge anti-Dutton factor causing even loyal National supporters to rethink their vote.
Greens call for end to logging as ‘Mogwai’ threatened near Glen Innes
The NSW Forestry Corporation has been accused of illegal logging in the Brother State Forest east of Glen Innes and threatening the endangered Greater Glider.
NFF federal election scorecard puts parties under the microscope
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has today released its 2025 Federal Election Scorecard, revealing how the major parties stack up when…
Meet Todd Juchau, Trumpet of Patriots, New England
It took many years for His Royal Highness Prince Todd Charles Juchau, Protector of the Faithful, Defender of the Kingdom to…
“Very shallow” Uralla draft housing strategy undermines election pledges
A draft housing strategy for Uralla put out for public comment over the last two months has caused considerable concern and…
5000 kilometres to stand out on a ballot of nobodies
At some point yesterday on his drive from Burren Junction to Gunnedah, Labor candidate for Parkes Nathan Fell passed 5000 kilometres…
Bipartisan support delivers $2.5 million for farm safety after horror year
In a show of bipartisan unity, both Labor and the Coalition have pledged $2.5 million over three years to support Farmsafe Australia in its mission to make Australian farms safer places to live and work.
Agriculture workforce options under attack
The National Farmers’ Federation has issued a stark warning that mounting red tape and increasingly complex labour laws are choking access to the workers.
BUSINESS
Tamworth to host international Angus expo
Mooove over, the Zoetis Angus EXPO is coming to Tamworth this May, featuring the largest display of registered Angus Cattle in the Southern Hemisphere.
SPORT
Heading to Magic Round? Vote before you go
The AEC are urging voters who are heading to Magic Round in Brisbane this weekend to vote early.
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 new look as they commit to a strong future delivering for New England.
Flowers, cupcakes and gifts for every occasion at Rhubarb and Rosie
It’s that time of year again when finding that perfect gift is at the front of everyone’s mind. Have you heard of Glen Innes’ Rhubarb and Rosie?
Good News
Fresh cadets honour fallen in Anzac Day services
More than a dozen cadets from the 251 Army Cadet Unit took part in ANZAC Day commemorations for the first time this year
Calrossy cattle take out top prizes at Royal Easter Show
Students from Calrossy Anglican School and their cattle have come away with three of the top prizes up for grabs at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.
