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.
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Posted inArmidale, Good News, Local festivals and shows, What's on
Armidale Ute Show gets set to celebrate 10 years
Utes are being washed and polished to help celebrate The Armidale Ute Show’s 10th birthday on March 7, as part of the annual Armidale Show.
Posted inEducation, Good News, Tamworth, What's on
Happy Lifesaver Day! New students settle in to UNE
UNE Tamworth’s unique, personalised, student support model will be front-and-centre at the University’s orientation day for local students and their families this month.
Posted inAwards, Walcha
Walcha Coffee claims three bronzes at World Series
Walcha Coffee has claimed three bronze medals at the 2026 Golden Bean World Series, placing in every category it entered against a strong international field.
Posted inGood News, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth, What's on
Tamworth to burst into colour for 2026 Holi Festival
Tamworth is set to explode in a kaleidoscope of colour, culture and community spirit later this month as the Tamworth Holi Festival invites locals of all backgrounds to step into one of the world’s most joyful celebrations.
Posted inEnvironment, Good News, Uralla
The platypuses are back: Uralla Creek shows signs of renewal
There’s a quiet sense of excitement building along Uralla Creek, with recent sightings suggesting one of Australia’s most iconic native animals may be making a long-awaited return.
Posted inBarraba, Good News, Local festivals and shows, What's on
Barraba Show saddles up for its 115th ride into town
The Barraba Show turns 115 this year, and while many cherished traditions remain in 2026, new events are set to thrill crowds.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Good News
Former UNE SRI boss to take helm of Country Universities Centre
University of New England SMART Region Incubator founding director Dr Lou Conway has been announced as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Country Universities Centre
Posted inAwards, Boggabri, Entertainment
Tamworth talent search win for Boggabri’s Sam Snape
Boggabri farmer and singer-songwriter Sam Snape hit all the right notes in the TMFM Discovered competition during the 2026 Tamworth Country Music Festival.
Posted inAwards, General News, Uralla
Uralla Australia Day honours announced
The Uralla Shire community gathered to celebrate the heart of what makes this region extraordinary, its people.