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Posted inFeature, Federal Politics, National News

New year brings cheaper medicines, higher energy bills

blankby AAP3 hours agoDecember 31, 2025

A cut to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme co-payment will slash the cost of medicines but Australians face higher power bills in 2026.

Posted inFeature, Good News, Guyra

A milestone year: Black Mountain Nursery reflects on 40 years of growth

blankby New England Times News Desk17 hours agoDecember 31, 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, Black Mountain Nursery is looking back on a year marked by reflection, celebration and community appreciation.

Posted inFeature, Politics, Tamworth

AI poster advertising Joyce at Tamworth rally fake

by RK Crosby with AAP21 hours agoDecember 31, 2025

Anonymous posts in local Facebook groups promoting an appearance by Member for New England Barnaby Joyce at an unauthorised political rally, this time in Tamworth, have been quickly deleted.

Posted inFeature, Good News, What's on

Where to ring in the New Year tonight

blankby Lia Edwards1 day agoDecember 30, 2025

From picnic rugs on local ovals to packed pub dance floors and long-awaited fireworks displays, communities across New England are preparing to ring in 2026

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