RFBI staff, volunteers and villages across the New England have earned multiple honours at the organisation’s 2026 Showcase Awards.
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Kate is a proud mum of two with a wealth of journalism, media and communications experience across the New England and its surrounding regions. She raises guide dogs in her spare time, loves a good chat with her friends and colleagues, and enjoys living her best life floating between country living and the big smoke. In addition to being one of our main story writers, Kate helps manage our newsdesk and freelancers.
Posted inBundarra, Equestrian and racing
Bundarra races rally community behind local health care push
Bundarra’s race weekend is about more than horses crossing the finish line this year, with locals using the event to help bring much-needed health services closer to home.
Posted inLocal News, Parenting and kids, What's on
School holidays across the New England: What’s on for families
Sport, movies, crafts, circus challenges and live entertainment are among the activities keeping New England families busy these school holidays.
Posted inArmidale, Entertainment
New kids on the block bring big plans for Armidale
The Alley is promising major investment as it prepares to take over Armidale’s bowling and entertainment venue.
Posted inCrime, Moree
Police seek information after violent Moree home invasion
Police are appealing for information after a man and woman were allegedly assaulted and threatened during a home invasion in Moree.
Posted inAwards, Tamworth
Tamworth students shine in 2026 Dorothea Mackellar Poetry Awards
Tamworth students have claimed several top honours in the 2026 Dorothea Mackellar Poetry Awards, including the Senior Secondary and Primary School awards.
Posted inArmidale, Awards, Volunteering
Jenny Bourke named New England-Northern Inland Volunteer of the Year
Armidale volunteer Jenny Bourke has been recognised for her dedication to the community, taking out the region’s top volunteering honour.
Posted inArmidale, Volunteering
Rapid Relief Team serves up support at Armidale Vinnies sleepout
Armidale volunteers have served up hot meals to support locals raising money for homelessness services at the Vinnies Community Sleepout.
Posted inTamworth, Uralla
Million-selling New England author Bronnie Ware launches first novel
New England author Bronnie Ware, whose non-fiction books have sold more than one million copies, is turning her hand to fiction with the release of her first novel, Kookaburra.
Posted inAwards, Local News
New England communities celebrate RFBI Showcase Awards recognition
New England aged care workers and volunteers are among those recognised in RFBI’s annual Showcase Awards, celebrating excellence and dedication across the sector.