Walcha artist James Rogers has brought home one of Australia’s top art prizes, winning this year’s Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi award for his stunning metal sculpture Siren’s Song.
Good News
New Tamworth business to help other businesses thrive
Tamworth business consultant Alisha Perkins has launched a new venture designed to take the pressure off small and medium operators who feel overwhelmed by the daily grind of running a business.
Empathy and experience drive new Inverell physiotherapy practice
After 13 years of serving the New England community, physiotherapist Katie Dailhou has opened her own practice in Inverell, creating a space where empathy, accessibility and results take centre stage.
Sweet Traditions: Valentino’s Italian Cookies brings Italy to Armidale
When you step into the world of Valentino’s Italian Cookies, you’re stepping into a kitchen filled with heritage, heart, and the kind of warmth that only comes from home baking.
Sparkle, share and celebrate Christmas spirit in Gunnedah and Guyra
The Christmas season is set to sparkle with festive celebrations kicking off across the New England – including the annual Christmas Lights competition in Gunnedah, and the Christmas Carnival in Guyra.
Glen Innes Health Hub officially opens
The Glen Innes community is celebrating a significant milestone in regional healthcare with the official opening of the Glen Innes Health Hub.
New owners for Linmac Co brings new energy to Walcha’s engineering scene
Walcha’s industrial heart has a fresh energy with Linmac Co, a locally owned engineering and steel fabrication business, now under new ownership.
Australia makes mince meat of beef industry at awards
Australia has taken out several top categories and the most gold medals at the prestigious World Steak Challenge, presented in London on Monday.
New $2.7 million revitalisation project transforms Saumarez Homestead
A major project has come to fruition at one of the region’s most treasured heritage sites, the National Trust’s Saumarez Homestead in Armidale.
BackTrack in Armidale receives $20k to support at-risk youth
Armidale’s BackTrack Youth Works has secured $20k in grant funding to employ a former program participant as part of its wellbeing and dog therapy programs.
