Tamworth has become Australia’s first council to sign a formal partnership with an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation to work together on Closing the Gap.
Lia Edwards
Lia Edwards is a staff writer for the New England Times.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Housing, Mental Health
New Chancellor induction clouded by student welfare concerns
The University of New England has officially welcomed its new Chancellor, Dr Sarah Pearson, but her installation ceremony and this week’s graduation ceremonies have been overshadowed by claims of ongoing student mistreatment at Robb College.
Posted inBusiness, Community development, Moree
Moree wants your business
Are you ready to test your business idea or expand into a new market for your product or service? Moree Plains Shire Council is eager to support your business growth.
Posted inGunnedah, Tamworth
New kids on the block
Tamworth and Gunnedah will have more boots on the ground to keep communities safe as the latest police recruits commence their duties.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Volunteering, What's on, Youth
Pathfinders’ Pumpkins Hit the Road Again to Support Communities in Need
The Pathfinders Pumpkin Run returns in 2025, with young people from across Pathfinders’ programs to grow, harvest, and hand-deliver fresh pumpkins to those doingit tough.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Sport, What's on
‘High Weekend’ brings hundreds to TAS for 19 fixtures
A long-standing multi-sport competition will ignite The Armidale School’s grounds this Friday and Saturday, when it hosts the Sydney Boys’ High School for 19 fixtures.
Posted inCommunity development, Crime, Glen Innes
Glen Innes upgrades CCTV system
Glen Innes will soon commence significant upgrades to local CCTV infrastructure in town to help improve safety and peace of mind in the community.
Posted inArmidale, Awareness Events, Fundraiser, Mental Health
Are you up for the Push up Challenge?
headspace Armidale rallies the support of the community in their push for better mental health this June. Find out more here.
Posted inMoree Plains Shire
Natalia Cowley officially takes the reigns
Moree Plains Shire Council has officially announced Natalia Cowley as General Manager, with councillors voting unanimously to appoint her to the role.
Posted inAgriculture, Guyra
Guyra community showcased as global delegates visit Bald Blair Angus
Guyra’s rich agricultural heritage will be in the spotlight on Monday as over 250 national and international delegates from the 2025 World Angus Forum visit the historic Bald Blair Angus property.