Armidale’s own Optiweigh has been recognised on the world stage, taking out the title of “Herd Management Solution of the Year” at the 2025 AgTech Breakthrough Awards .
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Posted inGood News, Health, Tamworth
25-year legacy of serving our region to be honoured today
A display and community barbecue to mark the milestone will be happening in Fitzroy Street Tamworth today to mark the Westpac rescue chopper’s 25 years of service to the region.
Posted inArts, Awards
New England author shortlisted for prestigious NSW History Prize
Celebrated New England-based author Sophie Masson’s latest historical novel for young readers, Bold Ben Hall, has been shortlisted in the Young People’s History Prize at the 2025 NSW History Awards.
Posted inGlen Innes, Good News
Filling bags, sharing hope: Anglicare’s new Glen Innes Community Pantry launches
Anglicare has opened its newest Community Pantry in the New England area this week—the third in the region.
Posted inAgriculture, Awards
Tamworth cereal disease researcher awarded Brownhill Cup
Tamworth based cereal pathologist Dr Steven Simpfendorfer has been awarded the 2025 Brownhill Cup for his integrated management strategies
Posted inArmidale, Good News
“Holy Dooly!”: Armidale man instant millionaire
The local resident held one of the four division one winning entries in last Saturday Lotto draw 4599, scoring $1,631,770.49.
Posted inAwards, Good News, Sport
Nominate a local legend for Community Sports Dad of the Year 2025
Australians are being called upon to nominate local dads making a difference in grassroots sport for the annual Community Sports Dad of the Year.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Good News, What's on
Celebrating 50 years of O’Connor Catholic College in Armidale
Former staff and students are expected to come from around the world for the 50-year anniversary of O’Connor Catholic College in Armidale.
Posted inGood News, Mental Health, Uralla
Alpaca joins mental health advocate on fundraising road trip
As part of a grassroots effort to raise funds and awareness, Robert, a mental health advocate, has embarked on a regional fundraising journey with his alpaca companion, Hephner.
Posted inEnvironment, Good News, Uralla
Uralla Rivercare Group charts fresh course for the future
The Uralla Rivercare Group is entering an exciting new chapter as long-standing members unite with new faces, creating a blend of local knowledge, fresh energy, and new ideas.