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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 inEducation, Tamworth

Inaugural public speaking competition inspires young orators in the New England

blankby Kate BrownNovember 15, 2024

Student’s from across the New England have put their public speaking skills to the test in the region’s inaugural Public Speaking competition.

Posted inArmidale, Awards

Armidale photographer wins Elders calendar competition with inspiration from Kramer the Kelpie

blankby Kate BrownNovember 1, 2024

Armidale’s Simon Scott has taken the coveted cover sport for Elders 2025 calendar competition, with his winning shot of Kramer the Kelpie.

Posted inTamworth Regional

TFSS embraces growth with a new name change

blankby Kate BrownOctober 31, 2024

Tamworth Family Support Services is expanding their reach and in doing so, they are expanding their brand under a new name, Sora Community Services.

Posted inLocal News, What's on

Halloween safety reminder: Be prepared, stay safe, and have fun!

blankby Kate BrownOctober 31, 2024

Its Halloween and New Englanders are being reminded to stay safe while enjoying the festivities. Here are our top tips for staying safe this spooky night, and making sure everyone […]

Posted inDisability, Tamworth

Tamworth workshop for families and allies of young people with disability

blankby Kate BrownOctober 26, 2024

Do you support or advocate for a young person with a disability? Whether that be family, friend, or client- this FREE workshop is for you.

Posted inAwareness Events, General News, Tenterfield

Tenterfield Community Memorial Garden opening with walk and talk

blankby Kate BrownOctober 8, 2024

TenterLIFE is inviting the community to walk and talk your worries away to the official opening of the Tenterfield Community Memorial Garden on Sunday, October 27.

Posted inEmergency management, Local News

Be alert this bushfire season

blankby Kate BrownOctober 2, 2024

New England residents are encouraged to stay alert to fire risks as the state’s rural Bush Fire Danger Period kicks off.

Posted inGeneral News, Health, What's on

Samuel Johnson returns to the New England for free events on precision medicine

blankby Kate BrownSeptember 28, 2024

Founder of Love Your Sister and Gold Logie-winning actor Samuel Johnson is coming back to the New England on his quest to ensure Precision Medicine is the standard care for all cancer patients.

Posted inTamworth, What's on

Share the love at Tamworth’s Pride Fair Day this weekend

blankby Kate BrownSeptember 20, 2024

New England residents are invited to join in as Tamworth Pride Inc hosts their fourth annual Pride Fair tomorrow, Saturday 21 September.

Posted inTamworth

Talking Threads community day ready to give back

blankby Kate BrownSeptember 19, 2024

There isn’t a lot that is free in this world, so you better listen up. Talking Threads is hosting their community fair tomorrow, giving away free clothing.

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