NSW novice motorcycle riders will face mandatory glove and high-visibility clothing rules from July under sweeping new road safety reforms.
New England Times News Desk
Posted inCrime, Inverell
Motel altercation in Inverell leaves one in hospital, other in jail
A man has been refused bail after allegedly attacking another man with a wine glass at an Inverell motel before allegedly threatening police officers following his arrest.
Posted inLocal News
NSW communities help shape next road safety plan ahead of National Road Safety Week 2026
NSW has begun statewide consultations on a new road safety plan as the 2026 road toll reaches 119 deaths.
Posted inArmidale, Youth
Young people invited to join newly established Youth Council
Armidale Regional Council has launched a new Youth Council, with young people aged 12 to 24 invited to apply.
Posted inAnimals, Armidale, Education
UNE leads effort to protect brolga populations in NSW wetlands
UNE researchers will track vulnerable brolgas across NSW wetlands to improve water management and strengthen First Nations conservation partnerships.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Health
Armidale medical student says rural bursary cemented career path
An Armidale medical student says a rural bursary placement confirmed her ambition to work in country healthcare.
Posted inDorrigo
Dorrigo hotel added to NSW State Heritage Register
The Heritage Hotel Dorrigo has been added to the NSW State Heritage Register after more than a century in family ownership.
Posted inArmidale, Gardening
Pathfinders Pumpkin Run returns to give back to communities
Pathfinders’ annual Pumpkin Run will deliver produce and meals across NSW, supporting charities and communities facing hardship.
Posted inArmidale
Armidale Regional Council creates 13 jobs under SRV-funded maintenance push
Armidale Regional Council will create 13 new full-time jobs as part of an SRV-funded expansion of in-house maintenance services.
Posted inHealth, Indigenous, Tamworth
Free flu clinic to support Tamworth community this season
TAMS-AC Tamworth is hosting a free flu vaccination clinic to help keep the community healthy this flu season.