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RK Crosby
RK Crosby is a broadcaster, journalist and pollster, and publisher of the New England Times.
Supporting New England business for Small Business Month 2024
October is Small Business Month, and to celebrate, the New England Times is giving small businesses around the region a chance to raise their profile for free!
Uralla, you still need to vote
The councillors have already been elected, but Uralla citizens still need to go the polling booth on Saturday 14 September to vote in a referendum.
You’re a friendly bunch: what we’ve learned from the ‘God’s Country’ series
If you’ve never left the New England, it’s difficult to appreciate how special it is As we wrap up our ‘God’s Country’ series, one thing is clear: we’re pretty friendly.
Whitehaven draws many to greener grass in Gunnedah
Whether you’re driving a truck or a desk, there’s a good life on offer in the New England.
Moylan calls for a halt to the REZ
Brendan Moylan has admitted to being uninformed as he called for a moratorium on renewable energy projects.
Tamworth kids to get a taste at Newcastle uni open day on Saturday
If you missed the University of New England’s Open Day in May, this Saturday’s event at the University of Newcastle is a great opportunity to see and experience university and get advice on your next big step.
Running for council? Fill in this form
Running in the Council elections? Please fill in this form to have some basic info about you included in a run down of each race to run just before election day.
Three times the reason to make the move to Tamworth
When Reverend Geoff Flynn came to Tamworth in September last year he was, quite literally, the answer to the prayers of not one, but three congregations.
“I picked a good city!”: Car trouble creates an unexpected connection
Kim’s car overheated, resulting in her stopping in Armidale, connecting with some lovely people, and making it her home.