Cutting fans from around the country are poised to descend on Tamworth once more as the National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) Futurity gallops into town. The NCHA says it is […]
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 inWhat's on
Get ready for National Simultaneous Storytime 2023
National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) is back for its 23rd year and, as always, offers a great way to get your little ones engaged in reading and literacy.
Posted inDeepwater, Entertainment, Travel
Sit at the Chef’s Table at the Deepwater Hotel
Since reopening last September, the Deepwater Pub has taken on the role of ‘mental health pub’ and introduced monthly Chef’s Table dinners
Posted inArmidale
Local mum’s dream for a child-friendly gym blossoms into an all-inclusive support group
It started with a Facebook post about getting some equipment for a home gym because they didn’t feel welcome or wanted at Armidale’s gyms.
Posted inBusiness, Guyra
Rafters Restaurant to be reborn as Rafters Café and Grill
Brisbane couple Joey and Michelle Arrabal are planning a revitalisation of the building and a restoration of the name Rafters to Guyra.
Posted inArmidale
Northern Tablelands Knitters’ Guild is not your average craft group
If you’re looking for something fun and social, a craft group may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but the Northern Tablelands Knitter’s Guild is different.
Posted inEnvironment, Science and Research
Northern Tablelands Koala project extended to 2025
A dedicated Southern New England Landcare team has been working quietly behind the scenes to deliver the Northern Tablelands Koala Project.
Posted inGeneral News, Guyra
New Guyra and Community Progress Association awarded $157,000 grant
New Guyra and Community Progress Association awarded $157,000 grant. Planning is now officially under way to put the grant money into action.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
New Australian literature prize launches in Armidale
The newly formed Australian Science Fiction Writers’ Foundation (ASFWF) is launching a science fiction short story competition.
Posted inGuyra
New poultry club in Guyra
There’s a new club in Guyra for poultry enthusiasts, from those who like to keep backyard chooks through to those who enter their poultry in shows.