The New England Rail Trail from Glen Innes to Ben Lomond is moving forward, but Glen Innes Severn Shire Council will need more money for ‘revised costs’.
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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 inEmmaville
100 years young for Emmaville’s Roy Wells
It’s not every day you hit a century and for Emmaville’s Roy Wells, it surely has been one memorable ride
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure, Tenterfield
Tenterfield airstrip likely to be leased by local not-for-profit
Tenterfield Shire Council has guaranteed the local airstrip will remain an airstrip, as a local not-for-profit puts their hand up to take it over.
Posted inLocal festivals and shows, Tenterfield
Oracles of the Bush returns to Tenterfield
Tenterfield’s Oracles of the Bush is returning for a four-day cultural event March 30 to April 2.
Posted inSport
New air supported dome tech to change the way we play
Air supported dome technology could provide the New England with the possibility of playing sport all year round no matter the weather.
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure
Farmers get their voice in writing with Inland Rail
Landowners are rejoicing their win, with a new agreement set to protect their rights with Inland Rail officially in writing.
Posted inArmidale
BackTrack is making new tracks
Armidale’s Backtrack initiative is breaking ground, with a new 600 acre farm of their own, thanks to fate and generous supporters.
Posted inAwareness Events
Getting diagnosed as coeliac can change more than your diet
March 13 to 20 is Coeliac Awareness Week across Australia, encouraging people to get tested if they have concerns.
Posted inAwareness Events, Tamworth
Farrer takes it all off for World’s Greatest Shave
74 students and 5 teachers from Farrer Memorial Agricultural High School have raised their hands for the World’s Greatest Shave this week.
Posted inTenterfield
Four days of fun at Tenterfield’s Autumn Festival
Looking for something to do over the Easter long weekend? Add Tenterfield’s Autumn Festival to your list.