A century of memories, milestones, and community connection will be celebrated later this month when Tenterden Hall marks its centenary with a special day of festivities.
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Posted inKootingal, Mental Health
Local author H.J Kelly to release powerful second poetry collection
Kootingal-based author and poet Hayden O’Rourke is preparing to release his highly anticipated second book, In My Mind, this month.
Posted inLocal festivals and shows, Quirindi
Quirindi Spring Show returns: A global celebration at the heart of Liverpool Plains
Get ready to go around the world without leaving the region, as the much-loved Quirindi Spring Show is set to return to the Quirindi Showgrounds this weekend.
Posted inArmidale, Good News
Rebecca Poulter takes the crown at Ray White Rural & Livestock awards
Armidale’s Rebecca Poulter has emerged as a standout at this year’s Ray White Rural & Livestock Awards, being named Office/Operations Manager of the Year.
Posted inKootingal, Moonbi, Moree
Celebrate Father’s Day with country charm across New England
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and the New England region is set to celebrate in true country style with two much-loved community events.
Posted inExpos, conferences and meetings, Tenterfield
Tenterfield set to bloom with Spring Garden Expo
The Tenterfield Spring Garden Expo is just around the corner and promises to be a blooming highlight of the local calendar.
Posted inMining and Resources, Narrabri
World-leading cotton research takes centre stage in Narrabri
Narrabri welcomed some of the world’s leading cotton scientists last week when the sixth biennial Australian Cotton Research Conference took place.
Posted inSport, Tingha
Adventure bikes roar back to Green Valley Farm for this year’s Dirty Weekend
The much-anticipated Adventure Moto Dirty Weekend returns, promising two days of roaring engines, rugged camaraderie, and unforgettable adventure.
Posted inGeneral News, Local politics, NSW Politics, Regional Development, Roads and Infrastructure, Social issues and services
Minns Labor Government to convene dedicated regional advisory group
Premier Chris Minns and Minister for Regional New South Wales, Tara Moriarty will convene a dedicated regional advisory group to work with the government to better understand and address the unique challenges faced by people living and working in regional, rural and remote areas of New South Wales.
Posted inArts, Awards
New England author shortlisted for prestigious NSW History Prize
Celebrated New England-based author Sophie Masson’s latest historical novel for young readers, Bold Ben Hall, has been shortlisted in the Young People’s History Prize at the 2025 NSW History Awards.