$850,000 in facilities upgrades for the Tamworth TAFE campus, and face-to-face Gamilaraay language courses to be held in Tamworth, Gunnedah, Quirindi, were announced yesterday.

Tom Plevey
Journalist
Regarde sparkles their way into New Englander’s hearts
A passion for craftsmanship, personalised service and a sparkling eye for detail has earned Armidale’s Regarde Jewellers the title of Best Jeweller in this year’s Best in the New England.
Gunnedah reclaims koala capital title
Gunnedah is defending its claim of being the koala capital of the world, with the first sod being turned on Stage 3 of the Gunnedah Koala Sanctuary yesterday.
Refurbished saleyards open in Gunnedah
The $27.4m refurbishment of Gunnedah Saleyards were officially opened yesterday, delivering a much need roof – and a long future – to the state’s fifth largest salesyards.
Hop on the Medibus
The Diabetes Alliance Program’s Medibus is making its annual tour of the region, bringing diabetes specialists to the bush.
More of Joyce’s “truth” on Net Zero after demotion to the back bench
Barnaby Joyce is upbeat and back at work, focused on fighting Net Zero after being dumped from the shadow ministry.
500 RFS legends in Tamworth this weekend
They’re the volunteers who are there for us when our world is on fire – literally – and this weekend hundreds of them are coming to Tamworth.
NCHA Futurity kicks off in Tamworth
Entries are up over 20% this year for the 15 day long world class cutting event now underway at AELEC.
Women to lead the way in agriculture
The National Farmers Federation has announced the twelve women who’ll be joining the 2025 Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program.
Tamworth Aboriginal community unites
Several Tamworth Aboriginal organisations are uniting to host a day of healing, culture, and community connections in response to some devastating recent losses.