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Brew Shed Inverell Finds New Home at Inverell H Hardware

by Penelope ShawDecember 17, 2025December 16, 2025

A familiar and much-loved name in Inverell’s home brewing scene is entering a new chapter, with The Brew Shed Inverell now finding a new home inside Inverell H Hardware & Paint Place.

Good News, Narrabri Shire

Community groups share in Narrabri Council funding

by Kate BrownDecember 16, 2025December 17, 2025

Five community groups have received funding for local projects, community events and facility upgrades through Narrabri Shire Council’s Community Financial Assistance Program.

Arts, Good News, Tamworth

Global talent heads to Tamworth for the Academy’s Senior Course

by New England Times News DeskDecember 16, 2025December 16, 2025

From New Zealand to Nashville, 29 emerging artists will converge on Tamworth this January for the 2026 Senior Course of The Country Music Association of Australia Academy of Country Music.

Awards, Good News, Walcha

Walcha embroiderer wins prestigious state award

by Lia EdwardsDecember 16, 2025December 17, 2025

Yvette Stanton named the winner of the 2025 Roma Field Award for Traditional Embroidery in the Tutors and Past Winners Category.

Good News, Indigenous, New England Surrounds, Parenting and kids

One mum’s baby bundles become life-changing charity

by AAPDecember 14, 2025December 15, 2025

A pack of newborn clothes posted online and a conversation with a social worker were the beginnings of a charity focused on Indigenous mums and their babies.

Armidale, Good News, Tamworth

UNE Giving Tree returns to support local families across Armidale and Tamworth

by Kate BrownDecember 12, 2025December 14, 2025

The University of New England’s Giving Tree returns this December, expanding its reach to support local charities in Armidale and Tamworth.

Awards, Good News, Moree

Moree’s Kamala Wheeler honoured as NSW Adult Volunteer of the Year

by Penelope ShawDecember 12, 2025December 11, 2025

Moree’s own Kamala Wheeler has been recognised on the state stage, receiving the 2025 NSW Adult Volunteer of the Year Award for her decades of service with the NSW State Emergency Service.

Good News, Inverell

A Taste of Christmas for the Inverell community

by Penelope ShawDecember 10, 2025December 14, 2025

Food for the Soul is once again hosting its annual A Taste of Christmas event, offering a free takeaway Christmas meal for anyone in the community who may need a little extra support or simply appreciates the gesture during what can be a difficult time of year.