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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Posted inGeneral News, Inverell, Roads and Infrastructure
Council endorses heavy patching program
Inverell Shire Council has endorsed the 2025/2026 Heavy Patching Program, approving the allocation of $1,233,812 from the Roads to Recovery Program to deliver priority road works
across the Shire.
Posted inGeneral News, Sport
Australia outrides New Zealand in epic two-night bucking battle
Australia has once again claimed trans-Tasman bragging rights, defeating New Zealand to take home the Tasman Cup Trophy.
Posted inGeneral News, Health, Inverell Shire
Council supports efforts to attract senior doctor to Inverell Hospital
Inverell Shire Council has reaffirmed its commitment to improving local health services by supporting ongoing advocacy efforts to attract a permanent Senior Doctor to the Inverell District Hospital.
Posted inEnvironment, General News
Sunny skies forecast for Christmas Day
Christmas Day is shaping up as a classic summer celebration across the New England region, with mostly sunny skies, warm temperatures and only a slight chance of showers forecast for Thursday.
Posted inGeneral News, Tamworth, What's on
Trial Peel Street closure aims to grow Tamworth’s night-time Festival economy
A trial closure of the northern end of Peel Street during January’s Tamworth Country Music Festival aims to increase foot traffic, boost evening trade and better connect festivalgoers with the city’s food retailers.
Posted inGeneral News
Locals reclaim beach as nation reflects after Bondi massacre
Bondi Beach was reclaimed by locals as Australia prepares to pause on Sunday for a national day of reflection, and calls for people to light candles and do good deeds in honour of the victims of the Chanukah Massacre.
Posted inGeneral News
Tamworth Council Wraps Up 2025 with Key Decisions at Final Meeting
Tamworth Regional Council has wrapped up its final Ordinary Meeting for 2025, making a series of decisions that set the groundwork for future planning, infrastructure, and community engagement across the region.
Posted inGeneral News
How parents can talk to kids about the Bondi attack
Parents are being encouraged to gently check in with their children who may be feeling unsettled or fearful after the Bondi Beach terrorist attack.
Posted inGeneral News, Good News, Social issues and services
Community urged to donate to Christmas Toy Drive Appeal
As the donation period draws to a close, The Salvation Army, Newcastle Permanent, and Greater Bank are encouraging the community to support their annual Christmas Toy Drive Appeal and help share the spirit of the season.