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Posted inFeature, Good News, Tourism, Walcha

Local success brewed to perfection: Walcha Coffee honoured at state awards

by Beth PlatfordNovember 28, 2025November 28, 2025

Business NSW New England North West has recognised the outstanding achievements of local entrepreneur Cameron Hayton and his team at Walcha Coffee.

Posted inArmidale, Disability, Good News, Social issues and services

Regional voices take centre stage at Armidale’s Disability Summit and Awards

blankby Penelope ShawNovember 28, 2025November 28, 2025

Armidale will place inclusion, accessibility, and community leadership firmly in the spotlight this December as The Ascent Group prepares to host two major back-to-back events: the Armidale Disability Summit during the day, followed by the Inclusion in Action Disability Awards that evening.

Posted inArmidale, Awards, Good News

New England Creatives Impress at Fleece to Fashion Gala Event

blankby Penelope ShawNovember 28, 2025November 26, 2025

The 2025 Fleece to Fashion Gala has once again proven why it stands as one of Australia’s premier celebrations of wool, creativity, and sustainable design.

Posted inGood News, Inverell

Inverell urban design celebrated alongside global cities

blankby Jean-Paul PelosiNovember 27, 2025November 28, 2025

Inverell’s gridded roads, civic buildings and main street verandahs tell a deep story of how country towns form and thrive, according to architect and author David Holm.

Posted inArmidale, Good News, What's on

Armidale set for a festive week with PLC’s Summer Fair and Carols

blankby Penelope ShawNovember 27, 2025November 28, 2025

As the calendar turns toward December, PLC Armidale is rolling out the red carpet for two heart-warming community-events – the lively Signature Summer Fair and the beloved Carols and Service of Nine Lessons – giving families in Armidale every reason to embrace the festive spirit early.

Posted inGood News, Inverell, Parenting and kids

Inverell opens Reflection Garden in Victoria Park

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 27, 2025November 28, 2025

Inverell Shire Council has officially opened a new Reflection Garden in Victoria Park, intended as a place of remembrance for babies and children loss.

Posted inFundraiser, Good News, Narrabri

Cherry Auction helps keep little Rylan flying toward lifesaving care

blankby Penelope ShawNovember 27, 2025November 27, 2025

A record-breaking box of cherries is helping change the life of a young Narrabri boy, with the annual Sydney Markets Cherry Auction once again set to raise vital funds for regional families in need.

Posted inBusiness, Good News, Investigation, Walcha

Peter Norbury Motors expands to add a much needed mechanic workshop

blankby Penelope ShawNovember 26, 2025November 28, 2025

Peter Norbury Motors has long been a name locals trust. Now, with the expansion into a fully dedicated mechanical workshop, the family business is continuing to grow

Posted inGlen Innes, Good News, What's on

Christmas in the Highlands – Illuminations to light up Glen Innes

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 25, 2025November 25, 2025

Christmas in the Highlands – Illuminations will take place in Glen Innes this Saturday, 29 November, transforming the town centre into a light-filled precinct for all ages.

Posted inArmidale, Good News, Markets and Fairs, Parenting and kids

Rotary Club of Armidale Central to host special Children’s Christmas Book Sale

blankby Penelope ShawNovember 24, 2025November 28, 2025

The Rotary Club of Armidale Central is setting the scene for a festive season of reading, learning, and bargain-hunting, announcing a special pre-Christmas Children’s Christmas Book Sale to be held on Saturday 13 December.

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