Water restrictions are tightening across the New England, with Narrabri easing watering hours under Level 3 rules while Tenterfield introduces new limits as dam levels fall.
New England Times News Desk
Posted inHousing, Regional Development, Tamworth, Tamworth Regional
More than 200 homes proposed for East Tamworth
More than 200 new homes could be built in East Tamworth under a rezoning proposal now on public exhibition
Posted inHousing, Local News
New England North West renters bear the brunt as housing crisis deepens
New data shows renters in the New England North West are increasingly priced out, with full-time work no longer enough.
Posted inAwards, Good News, Indigenous
Gamilaraay journalist honoured at inaugural Luminas awards
A leading First Nations journalist with deep ties to northwest New South Wales has been recognised on the national stage, with Lorena Allam named a 2026 Luminas honouree.
Posted inAFL, Tamworth
Tamworth rivals set for AFL boost in 2026 Carlton Draft
Tamworth’s Kangaroos and Swans will face off with AFL talent after being selected for the 2026 Carlton Draft.
Posted inArmidale, Water
Armidale activates Level 2 water restrictions amid escalating dry conditions
Armidale will impose Level 2 water restrictions from today as dam levels fall and dry conditions persist, with residents urged to curb outdoor water use to protect supplies.
Posted inCrime, Liverpool Plains Shire, Moree, Tamworth, Youth
$5m community safety grants target youth crime in New England and regional NSW
Armidale, Tamworth and Moree will share in nearly $5 million to fund community-led programs targeting youth crime prevention.
Posted inGlen Innes, Water
Glen Innes enters Level 3 water restrictions as demand stays high
Glen Innes has been placed under Level 3 water restrictions as falling levels at the Beardy Weir and persistently high demand tighten pressure on the town’s supply.
Posted inInverell
Telstra to upgrade coverage in Inverell
Telstra will upgrade its Inverell base station from 30 April, with temporary outages as it boosts 4G and 5G capacity.
Posted inAgribusiness, Environment
Climate concern rising in regional Australia, poll finds
Climate concern is rising in regional Australia, with most residents backing renewables and blaming energy companies for high power bills.