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.
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 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.
Posted inAgriculture, Moree, What's on
Moree on a Plate returns to showcase region’s rich food culture
The rich black soil plains of Moree will once again take centre stage next month, with the return of the much-loved Moree on a Plate Food and Wine Festival on Saturday, May 9.
Posted inLocal News, What's on
New England communities to gather for ANZAC Day commemorations
Communities across the New England and North West will come together on Saturday, April 25 to mark ANZAC Day, with dawn services, marches and commemorations planned across all 12 local government areas.
Posted inGood News, Tenterfield, What's on
Fire-Fly Fete returns to Tenterfield Aerodrome
The Friends of Tenterfield Aerodrome Fire-Fly Fete will return on Saturday, 9 May, transforming the Tenterfield Aerodrome into a hub of aircraft displays, local markets and community celebration from 9 am to 3 pm.
Posted inAdvertorial, Armidale, Energy
Taking control of power bills with smarter solar and battery solutions
Whether you’re considering an EV or just want to get the power bills down, the best solar solution for you is a tailored system built around how you use energy, installed by locals you can trust.
Posted inBusiness, General News, Lifestyle
Enjoy the sleep-in: Daylight Saving ends this weekend
As the long, golden days of summer give way to crisp mornings across the New England region, there’s one small change that marks the shift more than most – daylight saving is coming to an end.
Posted inArmidale, Bingara, Moree, Narrabri, Nundle, Tamworth, Tenterfield, Uralla, Walcha, What's on
Long weekend, big plans: easter across New England
Across the New England region, the Easter long weekend is shaping up to be a vibrant, region-wide celebration, with everything from major festivals and markets to live music, car rallies and relaxed country gatherings on offer.
Posted inWalcha, What's on
Shop, explore, and ‘Remember When…” in Walcha
Walcha is set to come alive with history, community spirit and a touch of nostalgia on Sunday, April 12, as the Walcha and District Historical Society holds its Open Day.