A leading First Nations journalist with deep ties to northwest New South Wales has been recognised on the national stage, with Lorena Allam named a 2026 Luminas honouree.
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Posted inAwards, Feature, Health, Local News
Call for nominations for 2026 Healing Heart Award
Public nominations are now open for the 2026 Healing Heart Award, recognising outstanding nurses and midwives across Northern NSW for compassionate, high-quality care.
Posted inAwards, Awareness Events, Volunteering
Nominations open to recognise region’s quiet achievers
Know someone who gives their time to help others? Nominations are now open to recognise the New England’s volunteers.
Posted inAwards, Moree
SpacePort Australia founder among nominees for national space awards
Moree’s Dr Gabrielle Caswell has been nominated across multiple categories in this year’s Australian Space Awards.
Posted inAwards, Business, Tamworth
Tamworth real estate team among nation’s best at PRD awards
PRD Tamworth has been named one of Australia’s top real estate offices, with multiple team members recognised nationally.
Posted inAwards, Glen Innes, Youth
Glen Innes student wins Lions Youth of the Year zone final
A Glen Innes student has taken the next step towards national recognition after winning the Zone Final of the Lions Youth of the Year competition
Posted inArmidale, Awards, Business
Regional Australia Bank named most recommended customer-owned bank
The Armidale headquartered Regional Australia Bank has won an award based on customer recommendations.
Posted inAwards, Good News, Tamworth
Tamworth takes centre stage at inaugural MTA NSW Automotive Excellence Awards
Tamworth has emerged as one of the big winners at the inaugural Motor Traders’ Association of New South Wales (MTA NSW) Automotive Excellence Awards 2026, with a local apprentice and business both taking home honours on the night.
Posted inArmidale, Awards, School News, Sport
New England students medal at NSW Rowing Championships
The Armidale School has won gold and bronze at the NSW State Rowing Championships despite storm disruptions.
Posted inAwards, 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.