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Kate Brown

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 inArmidale, Expos, conferences and meetings

Find what you’re looking for at the New England Wedding Showcase

blankby Kate BrownMarch 27, 2025April 6, 2025

Whether you are a bride-to-be, waiting for that special someone to pop the question or just looking for a good time, come and check out the New England Wedding Showcase on April 13.

Posted inFire, Local News

Rural and regional Australians face the highest fire risk

blankby Kate BrownMarch 17, 2025March 17, 2025

New Englanders are at greater risk because emergency services often need to travel considerable distances to respond to house fires in rural and regional areas.

Posted inGood News, Health, Tamworth

Specialist services thrive in the New England

blankby Kate BrownFebruary 27, 2025February 28, 2025

Venturing from the big smoke, Dr Tim Shiraev has been bringing his vascular surgeon services to the New England for nearly four years and loving it.

Posted inArmidale, Business

Vinnies to close Bundarra Road warehouse amid growing costs

blankby Kate BrownFebruary 17, 2025April 6, 2025

Vinnies has announced it’s Armidale shop on Bundarra Road will be closing its doors on February 28, but is assuring customers their shopping needs will be met through the remaining store.

Posted inArmidale, Good News

Armidale dusts off their dancing shoes to raise awareness and funds for the Cancer Council

blankby Kate BrownFebruary 16, 2025February 26, 2025

Armidale locals will return to the dancefloor in April for the annual Stars of Armidale Dance for Cancer competition this April.

Posted inArmidale, Arts, Good News

Look who’s turning 30

blankby Kate BrownFebruary 15, 2025February 26, 2025

Armidale’s Belgrave Cinema is preparing to blow out the candles to celebrate 30 years of laughter, tears and a whole lot of popcorn.

Posted inArmidale, Cricket, Sport

New England girls ready to gain confidence in Cricket

blankby Kate BrownFebruary 14, 2025April 10, 2025

New England girls are stepping up to bat as Cricket NSW partners with Armidale District Cricket Association to launch a new program ‘Confidence in Cricket’.

Posted inArmidale, Arts, Tamworth

Local Latin dancers shine at Latinfest

blankby Kate BrownFebruary 5, 2025

Ten passionate local dancers have just returned home to the New England following an exciting weekend at the inaugural Port Macquarie Latinfest.

Posted inTamworth

Australian singer-songwriter James Johnston will make waves on and off the stage this Country Music Festival

blankby Kate BrownJanuary 18, 2025

Australian singer-songwriter James Johnston will be making waves on and off the stage this Country Music Festival, including a 100km walk from Armidale to Tamworth, raising funds for charity.

Posted inTamworth

Its time to get Xtreme this Saturday in Tamworth

blankby Kate BrownJanuary 17, 2025

Do you think you could last eight seconds? Well, if you like cowboys, bucking bulls, and bareback broncs, then you need to get to Tamworth tomorrow night for Xtreme Bulls Australia.

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Armidale 14.6°
10° - 23°
Cloudy
Glen Innes 14.7°
10° - 22°
Cloudy
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16° - 32°
Partly cloudy
Inverell 20.6°
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Shower or two
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