The Warialda Shop of Opportunity officially opened on Saturday, May 2, drawing strong local support and marking the end of a three-year community-led project.
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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 inFeature, Local politics, Uralla
Surprise final count puts newcomer on Uralla council
A surprise late swing in preferences has delivered a newcomer a narrow 12-vote win in the Uralla Shire Council by-election, overturning election night expectations.
Posted inLocal News, Parenting and kids, What's on
What’s on across the New England to celebrate Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is next Sunday – and there’s community events, live music, local food, garden experiences and fundraising walks to celebrate the occasion.
Posted inAnimals, Armidale, Expos, conferences and meetings, Feature
Community invited to Armidale’s Annual Bird Show this Sunday
Hundreds of birds are set to fill the pavilion at Armidale Showground this Sunday, as the Armidale and District Bird Club Inc prepares to host its much-loved Annual Show
Posted inLocal News, Mental Health, What's on
Mental health roadshow to tour regional NSW
A statewide mental health listening initiative is set to travel across regional New South Wales over the coming months
Posted inArts, Indigenous, Tamworth, What's on
First Nations Art Competition returns to Tamworth Town Hall
A vibrant celebration of culture, storytelling and artistic expression is set to return to Tamworth, with the 2026 Joblink Plus First Nations Art Competition taking over the historic Tamworth Town Hall from 2–10 May.
Posted inArmidale, Emergency management, What's on
Go behind the scenes at Armidale Fire and Rescue Open Day
Firefighters in Armidale are throwing open the station doors next month, inviting the community to step inside, meet the crew, and get a closer look at the work that goes on behind the scenes at Fire and Rescue NSW.
Posted inArmidale, Good News, Social issues and services
Five Decades of Action: Zonta Armidale’s Lasting Impact on Women’s Lives
Half a century of advocacy, service and community connection is being celebrated this year as the Zonta Club of Armidale marks its 50th anniversary – a milestone that speaks not only to longevity, but to a sustained commitment to improving the lives of women and girls.
Posted inBusiness, Employment, What's on
Armidale Jobs Expo to connect job seekers with real opportunities
Job seekers and employers across the New England are set to come together later this month, with the first-ever BEST Employment Armidale Jobs Expo promising to open doors, spark conversations and strengthen the region’s workforce.
Posted inArmidale, Good News
Forgotten Armidale war hero’s story resurfaces ahead of ANZAC Day
As communities across the New England prepare to mark ANZAC Day this Saturday, the story of a little-known Armidale-born war hero is finally being brought back into the spotlight.