Lia Edwards

Shout a mate some practical help

by Lia Edwards18 hours agoJanuary 12, 2026

Sober in the Country is taking its message about alcohol harm national, with a new fundraising campaign aiming to raise $1 million to expand support for rural Australians.

Local News, Money

New Englanders leaving $5m unclaimed

by Lia EdwardsJanuary 6, 2026January 9, 2026

Almost $5.05 million in unclaimed money is sitting in accounts linked to New England and North West addresses, with thousands of locals potentially unaware they are owed anything at all.

Narrabri, What's on

Brekkie on the Bridge marks farewell to Narrabri landmark

by Lia EdwardsJanuary 3, 2026January 12, 2026

Narrabri residents will have the chance to farewell one of the town’s most recognisable pieces of infrastructure before it disappears from the landscape

Housing, Local News

Dozens turned away daily from homelessness services in NSW, with New England among hardest-hit regions

by Lia EdwardsJanuary 1, 2026December 31, 2025

More than 3,400 people sought help from homelessness services in New England and North West last year, with many turned away as providers struggled to keep up with soaring demand.

General News

Where to ring in the New Year tonight

by Lia EdwardsDecember 31, 2025January 9, 2026

From picnic rugs on local ovals to packed pub dance floors and long-awaited fireworks displays, communities across New England are preparing to ring in 2026

Good News, Local festivals and shows

The Wiggles set to return to Tamworth with biggest show yet

by Lia EdwardsDecember 29, 2025December 31, 2025

The Wiggles are heading back to Tamworth, bringing one of the most recognisable names in children’s entertainment to the city once again as part of the 2026 Tamworth Country Music Festival celebrations.

Armidale, Memorials and funerals

Large crowd turns out to support Jewish Community in Armidale

by Lia EdwardsDecember 21, 2025December 25, 2025

Hundreds of locals came to the Armidale Mall on Saturday morning to take part in a memorial event to show support for the Jewish Community after last weekend’s Chanukah Massacre.