The newest ag event for the region is by harvesters, for harvesters, without the tourist tyre-kickers.
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, Entertainment, Local festivals and shows
Armidale’s International Film Festival returns for its 17th season
Known for its diverse and carefully curated program, the festival will run over two weeks this August, bringing a world of storytelling to the local screen.
Posted inAwards, Good News, Science and Research
Bringing microbes to the masses: Gal Winter wins inaugural ASM Award
Dr Gal Winter, microbiologist, educator, and science communicator based at the University of New England, has been named the first-ever recipient of the Australian Society for Microbiology’s (ASM) National Communication Award.
Posted inBusiness, Tenterfield
Tenterfield’s Sherelle Fashions celebrates 40 years with Best Fashion Store win
What better way to celebrate 40 successful years in business than by taking out an award? Sherelle Fashions in Tenterfield has done just that, winning Best Fashion Store
Posted inBusiness, Uralla
Double victory for The Bolt Inn confirms its must-go reputation
The Bolt Inn has been voted Best Pub in the New England, adding to the Best Restaurant already on their mantle – just one year after reopening.
Posted inArmidale, Business
East Armidale Store serves up another win
East Armidale Store, a go-to for locals craving classic takeaway favourites, has bon Best Take Away Food for the second year.
Posted inEnvironment, Good News, Narrabri Shire
Bouncing back: Endangered bandicoot thrives in NSW after historic reintroduction
Nearly two years after their return to the wilds of north-western NSW, the endangered Shark Bay Bandicoot is thriving in its new home within the Pilliga State Conservation Area
Posted inCroppa Creek, Good News, Lifestyle
Croppa Creek Store’s ‘Nostalgia Oven’ reignites a passion for local recipes
In a time where most seem to find their next recipe online and cookbooks are seemingly becoming a thing of the past, Croppa Creek Store is reconnecting with the little town’s history, one recipe at a time.
Posted inAnimals, Business, Inverell
Paws-itively awesome: Inverell Barnyard wins Best Pet Store
Inverell Barnyard has proved themselves to be leaders of the pack, taking out the title of Best Pet Store in the New England.
Posted inArmidale, Business, Lifestyle
Calm Beauty Co crowned Best Beautician for the second time
For the second year in a row, Calm Beauty Co in Armidale has been named Best Beautician in Best in the New England.