Affordable long-term NSW TrainLink Discovery Passes have been quietly reinstated following a public backlash over their sudden removal

Lia Edwards
Lia Edwards is a staff writer for the New England Times.
Tamworth aquatics centre project moves closer to construction
The long-anticipated Aquatic, Education and Health Centre of Excellence is a step closer, with Tamworth Regional Council to consider entering an Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) agreement at its meeting this week.
Glen Innes Severn Council determined to make a difference
From hosting the local government minister one day, to sending support to help flood recovery the next, Glen Innes Severn Council is proving determined to make a difference.
Last chance to catch Flickerfest in Gunnedah this weekend
Film lovers in the New England region have one final chance to experience the magic of Flickerfest in Gunnedah this weekend
Netballers converge in Inverell
It was game on in Inverell as more than 280 secondary students hit the courts for a full day of action in the Netball NSW Schools Cup.
Old skill to become new tradition in Nundle
A time-honoured bush skill is being brought back into the spotlight with the launch of the inaugural Billy Boiling Championships at the Peel Inn Hotel in Nundle.
Boost for fire preparedness as new trucks roll out across New England
Six new trucks have been presented and 45 local RFS volunteers honoured at an event in Tamworth, while the bush fire danger season has been permanently extended for Uralla, Walcha and Armidale.
Darks Plumbing takes the win – and Facebook – by storm
After a groundswell of community support during Best in the New England voting yesterday, Darks Plumbing Walcha has taken out the title of Best Plumber, and their very first Facebook post was to share the good news.
Empowering locals to get creative with new arts grants
Grassroots creativity in the New England North West is getting a major boost, with applications now open for the 2025 Country Arts Support Program (CASP) grants.
Remembering Ty by casting a line in his honour this weekend
More than 200 anglers are expected to hit the water at Copeton Dam this weekend for the inaugural Ty Edmonds Memorial Cod Classic