The New England Regional Art Museum is set to come alive this Friday, 15 August, with the launch of four vibrant new exhibitions showcasing a wide spectrum of artistic talent and vision.
New England Times News Desk
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure, Werris Creek
Powerful tribute at Werris Creek honouring rail workers
The 20th National Rail Safety Week is being marked with a solemn ceremony at the Australian Railway Monument in Werris Creek in northern NSW today.
Posted inAgriculture
New opportunity for mixed farmers to adopt research innovations through Producer Demonstration Sites
Meat & Livestock Australia and the Grains Research and Development Corporation are again joining forces to support mixed farming businesses across Australia through a new round of Producer Demonstration Site projects.
Posted inSport, Tamworth
Tamworth to host inaugural Australian Pro Tour tennis event
Tamworth is set to serve up top-class tennis this September, with the city to host its first-ever Australian Pro Tour event – the Capital of Country International.
Posted inArmidale, School News
TAS runner wins age group in Sydney City2Surf
The Armidale School’s team of 220 certainly made their presence known in this year’s City to Surf, whether it be Mack Oxley winning his age category, a group of students pushing Wallaby Richard Tombs in his wheelchair, or the sheer grit and determination of the 14km challenge in often trying conditions.
Posted inArts, Indigenous, Tamworth Regional
Tess’s grand design gets Aboriginal Ranger tick of approval
Gomeroi artist Tess Reading’s designs shone at the Aboriginal Ranger Gathering, with her hoodie now worn by Rangers nationwide and her artwork featured in Tamworth Regional Council’s new branding.
Posted inCommunity development, Grants and funding, Local News
Dozens of community projects to benefit from federal grant
Thirteen community groups in the Parkes Electorate will share $120,000 in Stronger Communities Programme grants for projects ranging from Indigenous rugby uniforms to improved facilities and accessibility.
Posted inEmergency management, Flood, Gunnedah Shire
Shire survey to highlight impact of flooding on business community
Gunnedah Shire Council is asking local businesses to complete a short survey on the August flood’s impact, aiming to gather data to support future funding, government aid, and recovery efforts.
Posted inArmidale, Awareness Events, Education, Mental Health, Tamworth
TAFE NSW trades teachers wear bold shirts to support mental health
TAFE NSW Armidale and Tamworth teachers are backing the future of the New England region’s construction workforce by wearing a custom-designed shirt as part of a new state-wide initiative to raise awareness of mental health and provide vital support to trades students.
Posted inArmidale, Awards, Sport, Tamworth Regional
NIAS 33rd Annual Academy Awards gala rescheduled to small celebration
Snow cancelled the 33rd NIAS Academy Awards, but a smaller event will be held in Tamworth, and top athletes including Bella Henderson and Archie Clarke have been recognised for 2024–2025.