Tamworth has wrapped up its first Professional Tennis Tournament with Dane Sweeney claiming his fifth championship title.
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Posted inEducation, Guyra
Guyra educator recognised in National Family Day Care Awards
Guyra’s Valerie Hume has been recognised for her devotion, commitment and excellence in early childhood education and care, in the 2025 Excellence in Family Day Care Awards.
Posted inAgriculture, Moree
New England grain growers urged to give feedback at growers meeting
Grain growers are being urged to attend an upcoming grower meeting to discuss issues around grains research and development, levy rates and reviews, and the impact on local growers.
Posted inSport, Tamworth
Tennis tournament to triumph in Tamworth
Elite tennis players will be looking to make their mark as they hit the courts at Tamworth’s Tennis Centre over the next two weeks.
Posted inHealth, Tamworth
Get walking this Saturday for World Suicide Prevention Day
Lifeline New England North West calls on the community to unite for ‘Out of the Shadows’ walk on World Suicide Prevention Day.
Posted inArmidale, Rugby Union, Tamworth, Walcha
New England Rugby gears up for finals fever
New England Rugby’s two most consistent teams will battle it out for the William Sawyers Shield on Saturday, when the Walcha Rams take on Armidale Blues.
Posted inEmployment, Local News
Have your say on the jobs and skills roadmap for regional Australia
New England residents are being urged to have their say in a new survey aimed at gathering feedback on the Jobs and Skills Roadmap for Regional Australia.
Posted inEmergency management, Weather
Motorists urged to prepare for snowy and potentially hazardous conditions on New England roads
Motorists are advised to prepare for potentially hazardous road conditions across parts of the New England tomorrow, with damaging winds and snow forecast to fall overnight.
Posted inLocal News, School News
The future looks bright for the Educational Pathways Program
New England students will continue to benefit from hands-on vocational learning while still at school, as the State Government announces ongoing funding of $38.9 million for the Educational Pathways Program
Posted inAwareness Events, Education, Good News, Inverell
Celebrate learning together this Adult Learners Week
It is never too late to learn something new, and for Inverell’s Darren Finn, his journey is a powerful testament to the transformative impact of adult learning.