A late-night drive towards Inverell has turned into a remarkable wildlife rescue, after a quick-thinking motorist spotted an injured koala on the roadside and worked through the night to keep her safe.
Penelope Shaw
Penelope Shaw is a freelance writer for the New England Times. With a background in English Literature, she will always have a special place in her heart for anything to do with books or live performance. In her free time she loves the outdoors, spending time with her family, reading and exercising.
Posted inArmidale, Childcare, Education
A bright new chapter for Hobbit Preschool and Child Care Centre
One of Armidale’s longest-standing child care centres is entering a new era of growth and renewal under the ownership of Jeff Sun.
Posted inArmidale, Competitions and free stuff, Mental Health, Wellbeing, Youth
Young artists in Armidale encouraged to get creative for mental health
BetterSpace Wellbeing Clinic is putting young people at the centre of the mental health conversation with its first ever Thought Defusion Art Competition,
Posted inArmidale, Arts
NERAM celebrates win as Best Gallery in the New England
NERAM’s win in the BITNE competition reflects not just the calibre of its collections and programming but also the passion and dedication of its staff, volunteers, and supporters.
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Armidale Regional, Good News, Guyra, Weather
Snowfall blankets New England in a one-day winter wonderland
It’s a magical morning across the New England region, with snow transforming towns into a picturesque winter wonderland
Posted inBest in the New England 2025, Inverell Shire, Social issues and services
Legacy Inverell recognised as best Community Service Club
Legacy Inverell has been voted as this year’s best Community Service Club in our BITNE promotion.
Posted inBest in the New England 2025, Education, Walcha
Top marks for St Patrick’s Walcha as they claim Best School in the New England
St Patrick’s Primary School in Walcha is being celebrated as the standout educational institution in the New England region.
Posted inArmidale, Sport
Demon Knights ‘family’ named best sporting team in the New England
The Demon Knights Football Club of Armidale has won the popular poll to be named the Best Sporting Team in our annual Best in the New England promotion.
Posted inSport and fitness events, Tamworth
Tamworth, get out and get dirty at the Mountain Bikers Triple-Event Weekend
Tamworth will be buzzing with bikes as Tamworth Mountain Bikers host their Triple Event Weekend, featuring school races, family fun, and the AusCycling state series at Tamworth Mountain Bike Park.
Posted inBusiness, Tingha, Tourism
Good old-fashioned fun wins big at Green Valley Farm
Green Valley Farm has long been a treasured destination for families across the region, and now it has been recognised as the Best Tourist Attraction in the New England.