A delegation of women in local government from across New South Wales has visited the Sapphire Wind Farm near Inverell, getting an up-close look at how large-scale renewable energy projects operate.
New England Times News Desk
Posted inDorrigo, Roads and Infrastructure
Further school transport changes during Waterfall Way closure
Transport for NSW will add interim bus services from Monday to support students affected by the Waterfall Way closure.
Posted inArmidale, Health
UNE will pioneer flexible medical pathway for rural health workers
Eight allied health professionals get a chance to study medicine while continuing to work in their communities.
Posted inGlen Innes, Water
Glen Innes supports call for urgent action on regional water security
Glen Innes Severn Council has joined Local Government NSW in urging the NSW Government to commit to long-term, fit-for-purpose funding for regional water infrastructure.
Posted inArmidale, Local festivals and shows
History to be part of this year’s Armidale Autumn Festival
Heritage skills and historic machinery will take centre stage at Armidale’s 2026 Autumn Festival, with new demonstrations showcasing lost trades and early agricultural innovation
Posted inExpos, conferences and meetings, Gunnedah, Youth
Register now: stallholder opportunities at 2026 Gunnedah Youth Expo
Gunnedah Shire Council is calling on businesses, services, education providers and industries to secure their spot at the2026 Gunnedah Youth Expo in April.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Travel
MOU to focus the fight for fairer regional air travel
Two organisations have combined their efforts to fight for better access to regional flights and sustainable regional airports.
Posted inGrants and funding, Indigenous
Scholarship to empower young Indigenous storytellers
Applications are now open for the fourth annual Indigenous Storytellers Scholarship, with emerging Indigenous creatives across New South Wales invited to apply for the 2026 program.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Water
Armidale warned of falling dam levels
Armidale Regional Council is warning residents to prepare for the possible introduction of Level 1 water restrictions as ongoing hot and dry conditions begin to impact local water storages.
Posted inCurlewis, Quirindi, Roads and Infrastructure
Delays and closures on Kamilaroi Highway
Motorists travelling on the Kamilaroi Highway are being warned to expect a difficult few weeks, with a full overnight closure at Curlewis next week, as well as delays near Quirindi for most of February.