Australian electronic heavyweights The Presets have been announced as the headline act for the Big Chill Festival 2026
New England Times News Desk
Posted inCommunity development, Moree
Edwards St water main to be replaced
Some Moree residents will face 48 hours of level 5 water restrictions next week due to essential water main replacement works on Edward Street.
Posted inEntertainment, Gunnedah, Parenting and kids
Snape, snags and sunshine in the Shire
Gunnedah Shire is gearing up for a packed Australia Day with local businesses and community groups having lined up plenty of family-friendly activities.
Posted inLocal News, Tourism
Calling New England orgs to register now for 2026 Australian Heritage Festival
The National Trust of Australia is calling on event organisers to register now for inclusion in the 2026 Australian Heritage Festival.
Posted inCommunity development, Good News, Gunnedah
Major solar projects to boost efficiency in Gunnedah
Gunnedah Shire Council will invest in significant solar projects for key community infrastructure, thanks to $439,815 in Australian Government funding.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Technology
AI forecasting could drive down household electricity bills
New research finds that AI transformer models can cut electricity price forecasting errors nearly in half, suggesting a path to lower power costs and more efficient renewable energy use.
Posted inBusiness, Local News
Cost of doing business out of control
Small business is bleeding—and the numbers don’t lie. In 2025 alone, over 6,200 NSW businesses went under. Construction, hospitality, retail—no sector was spared.
Posted inEntertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Chris Cobb emerges as a must-see this festival
The Voice breakout builds momentum through original music, classic country influences, a culture of collaboration and a “Road to Tamworth” series drawing audiences in before the first note is played.
Posted inArts, Gunnedah
Seniors’ exhibition celebrates “spirit of community, power of creativity”
Connection and creative expression are at the heart of Gunnedah Shire’s first exhibition for 2026. Read more here.
Posted inEntertainment, Social issues and services, Tamworth
Sound Sensitivity Stations a first at Tamworth Country Music Festival
For the first time, Sound Sensitivity Stations will be available at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, offering free earplugs to support people with sensory needs.