A community donation is helping Ashford families access free school holiday activities and practical health support, easing pressure on households across Inverell Shire.
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Posted inAccidents and road closures, Feature, Moonbi
Fatal crash involving cattle truck closes New England Highway
The New England Highway was closed in both directions at Moonbi following a serious crash involving a truck and a car, with NSW Police confirming that the male driver of the car died at the scene.
Posted inFeature, Local News
Call for entries: 2026 National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards
Heritage groups, councils and community organisations across the New England region are being urged to showcase their work, with entries now open for the 2026 National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards.
Posted inEntertainment, Feature, Local festivals and shows, North Coast
Groovin back after two year break
Groovin The Moo is set to return in 2026 with a one-off show in Lismore, marking a carefully staged comeback
Posted inAwards, Feature, Glen Innes
Glen Innes approves Mayoral community impact fund and school leadership awards
Glen Innes Severn Council has approved a Mayoral Community Impact Fund, creating a new program to support community-led initiatives, recognise volunteers, and respond to urgent local needs.
Posted inEducation, Feature, Moree, NSW Politics, Workers and Unions
Calls for urgent action on community preschool pay after Fair Work recommendation
The NSW Government is facing renewed pressure to lift funding for community preschools after the Fair Work Commission backed a union push to increase wages
Posted inBusiness, Feature, New England Surrounds
Announcing the launch of North Coast Times
Today, as New England Times marks three years of independent regional journalism, we are proud to announce the launch of a new sister publication: North Coast Times.
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Feature, Glen Innes
Changed traffic conditions on Gwydir Highway between Grafton and Glen Innes
Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions at multiple locations on the Gwydir Highway between Grafton and Glen Innes this week.
Posted inArmidale, Feature, Public Transport
New manager lands at Armidale Regional Airport
Experienced aviation operator Peter Friel has landed in Armidale and commenced work as the new Airport Manager at Armidale Regional Airport.
Posted inAgriculture, Feature, Local News, Technology
Patchy mobile services an ongoing concern
Fed up farmers and families facing poor regional, rural and remote mobile services are being encouraged to keep complaining.