Traffic conditions have changed on the New England Highway north of Armidale during safety upgrade work continuing until early June.
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Free flu clinic in Tamworth as flu season approaches
Free flu shots, no bookings, and even a needle-free option for kids at TAMS free vaccination clinic next week.
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Emergency Warning: Uralla fire
A bush fire is burning in the vicinity of Burial Ground Gully, on the western edge of the Uralla township. If you are in the areas of Leece Rd, Quartz Gully Rd or Wilkens St, you are at risk. Seek shelter now or as the fire approaches to protect yourself from the fire.
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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.
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“I’ve screwed up biggly”: Trump’s fuel apology shocks world
In a dramatic, unexpected press conference, US President Donald Trump has reportedly announced he cannot beat Iran and apologised to the world for the fuel crisis.
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Bingara power outage bigger than planned
A small area of Bingara was expected to lose power today, but far more people have been affected due to damaged equipment. Around 130 customers in the centre of town […]
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Court dismisses Kingstown fence dispute involving Rinehart property
A long running fence dispute between a New England landholder and mining magnate Gina Rinehart has been dismissed by the NSW Supreme Court, with negotiations now continuing privately between the parties.
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Minimum e-bike age plan aimed at safer streets in New England and across NSW
The NSW Government is moving to introduce a minimum age for e-bike riders and adopt tougher European safety standards, in reforms set to affect families and young riders across the New England.
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Uralla Australia Day honours announced
The Uralla Shire community gathered to celebrate the heart of what makes this region extraordinary, its people.
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Indigenous Earth Artist to Feature at Australia Day Celebrations
Anaiwan artist Aunty Sharon Cutmore will create a stunning earth artwork at Dumaresq Dam for Armidale’s Australia Day 2026 celebrations. Her design focuses on connecting communities and sharing Indigenous history through traditional storytelling.