Beth Platford, Author at New England Times

A 10-day celebration of Tamworth’s foodie culture

by Beth PlatfordApril 1, 2024

Tamworth’s tastiest time of year is back, with the Taste Tamworth Festival on again from April 5 to 14.

Armidale, Indigenous, Uralla, Walcha

Support needed for Elders Olympics Team

by Beth PlatfordMarch 22, 2024

A contingent of local Elders from Uralla, Armidale and Walcha are asking for the community to help support their journey to Kempsey for the Elders Olympics in May.

What's on

New England celebrates Seniors Festival

by Beth PlatfordMarch 11, 2024

The NSW Seniors Festival celebrates the role and contributions of older adults to our local communities, and is on from today, March 11th, for two weeks until March 24th.

Uralla Shire, What's on, Women

International Women’s Day: New Uralla Council GM brings inspiring enthusiasm

by Beth PlatfordMarch 10, 2024

Strong women are the driving force of many of New England communities, and the new GM at Uralla Shire Council, Toni Avery, is a great example.

What's on, Women

International Women’s Day: Fiona Adams delivers more than $40m for our communities

by Beth PlatfordMarch 8, 2024

If you were trying to figure out who has delivered more for the communities of New England than anyone else, Fiona Adams would have to be on the shortlist.

Local festivals and shows, Walcha

Walcha on Show this Weekend

by Beth PlatfordMarch 7, 2024

The annual Walcha Show is the highlight of the Walcha district’s social calendar, proclaimed to be the best little country show with the biggest heart, and it’s on this weekend.

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Women’s week sees flurry of events and a big announcement for the region

by Beth PlatfordMarch 3, 2024

In the lead up to International Women’s Day on Friday, there’s a flurry of events and activity around the New England, including a big announcement in Armidale tomorrow.

What's on

New England Markets Guide

by Beth PlatfordMarch 3, 2024

Have you ever wondered ‘What markets are on this weekend?’ This is your comprehensive rundown of the who, what, when and where of New England market days.