Australia Day plans are bigger and better this year right across the region, with a big splash and lots of creativity in Armidale, Gunnedah getting competitive with everything from a triathlon to trivia, and Tamworth giving an extra day of TCMF action as well as ensuring all the villages get involved.
Donna Watson
Posted inAwareness Events, Local News
Stand with the Land this National Ag Day
New England locals have been encouraged to get involved, celebrate and help raise awareness about where our food and other products come from, as part of this year’s National Agriculture Day celebrations.
Posted inArts, Good News, Walcha
Walcha artist wins big at Sculpture by the Sea
Walcha artist James Rogers has brought home one of Australia’s top art prizes, winning this year’s Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi award for his stunning metal sculpture Siren’s Song.
Posted inAgriculture, Environment, Expos, conferences and meetings
Farmers, First Nations and Landcare advocates join together
Farmers, producers, graziers, Landcare leaders, First Nations people and academics gathered on the Gold Coast to explore how best to protect and restore Australia’s natural assets, landscapes and biodiversity for the future.
Posted inQuirindi, School News
Quirindi High celebrates 90 years
Several hundred people are expected to gather to celebrate Quirindi High School’s 90th anniversary reunion next month.
Posted inBlackville, Markets and Fairs
Spirit of the Liverpool Plains returns to Blackville
The much-loved Blackville Arts and Market Day returns Sunday, 19 October, with 50+ boutique stalls, kids’ entertainment, gourmet food, live music and the Judith Lee Art Prize – a true celebration of community spirit.
Posted inMoree, Recreation
It’s time to lace up for Run the Plains Moree
Back for its second year on 26 and 27 September, Run the Plains Moree is proving to be a popular weekend running festival in the region.
Posted inArmidale, Sport, Sport and fitness events
Duval Dam Buster postponed to December
The annual Duval Dam Buster (DDB) Trail Run has been postponed to Sunday December 7 for safety reasons.
Posted inGuyra, Local festivals and shows, Recreation
Reel in some fun at the Guyra TroutFest
The highly anticipated Guyra TroutFest is set to reel in a spectacular program of entertainment this Labour Day long weekend.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Good News, What's on
Celebrating 50 years of O’Connor Catholic College in Armidale
Former staff and students are expected to come from around the world for the 50-year anniversary of O’Connor Catholic College in Armidale.