The Armidale Antique Fair is set to return this March with a new partnership that promises to make it one of the standout events on the region’s cultural calendar.
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 inAdvertorial, Armidale, Business
Restoring the past, reimagining the future at Jolly Good Emporium
Behind the doors of 168–170 Beardy Street, a 150-year-old building is being lovingly restored and reimagined, not simply as an antiques store, but as a heritage-inspired space where history, craftsmanship and community come together.
Posted inGood News, Lifestyle, What's on
Seniors Week 2026: New England celebrates “Live Life in Colour”
Communities across the New England region are preparing to celebrate the 2026 NSW Seniors Festival, embracing this year’s vibrant theme, “Live Life in Colour.”
Posted inAgriculture, Education, Guyra, Tenterfield, Walcha, What's on
Practical sheep and cattle skills for women in agriculture
Northern Tablelands women in agriculture are set to benefit from a series of hands-on livestock handling workshops this March, delivered by Northern Tablelands Local Land Services in collaboration with Land to Table.
Posted inAgriculture, Business, What's on
National agriculture leaders gather for ABARES Outlook Conference
Tickets are now on sale for ABARES Outlook 2026, with the Bureau’s flagship annual conference set to bring the nation’s agriculture, fisheries and forestry leaders together on 3–4 March at Hotel Realm, Canberra and online.
Posted inAdvertorial, Armidale, Health, Tamworth
“People deserve health”: local gastroenterologist looks at the bigger picture
For local gastroenterologist Dr Pran Yoganathan, better health is at the intersection of clinical science, lived experience, and a deep curiosity about the systems shaping modern health.
Posted inFantastic Feb 26, Lifestyle, Tamworth, What's on
Greyhounds to steal hearts at Tamworth adoption day
The gentle giants of the dog world are heading to Tamworth this February, with Greyhounds As Pets bringing their state-wide rehoming effort to the Tamworth Community Markets, and organisers say the benefits of adoption go well beyond finding a furry companion.
Posted inArts, Inverell, What's on
Dallas Nock brings “Postcards” to Inverell Art Gallery
Art lovers and community members in Inverell are invited to experience a vibrant new exhibition at Inverell Art Gallery, as they proudly present Dallas Nock’s Postcards, opening on Friday, 27 February 2026.
Posted inGood News, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth, What's on
Tamworth to burst into colour for 2026 Holi Festival
Tamworth is set to explode in a kaleidoscope of colour, culture and community spirit later this month as the Tamworth Holi Festival invites locals of all backgrounds to step into one of the world’s most joyful celebrations.
Posted inFantastic Feb 26, Lifestyle, What's on
Community, creativity, and cutting waste: Thread Shed Armidale takes shape
An upcoming workshop in Armidale aims to prove that sustainability can be both creative and deeply satisfying.