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Posted inArmidale, Good News, Local festivals and shows

Christmas in the Mall draws thousands for a night of festive fun

blankby RK CrosbyDecember 5, 2025December 8, 2025

Christmas in the Mall has been hailed a huge success, with thousands turning out last night to enjoy a warm Armidale evening filled with music, colour, and Christmas cheer – and the fun moves to Guyra tonight.

Posted inGood News, Narrabri, Tourism

Narrabri CBD to come alive with return of Christmas Pop-Up Shop

blankby Lia EdwardsDecember 4, 2025December 6, 2025

Narrabri Shire Council is once again bringing festive cheer and local foot traffic to the heart of the CBD with the return of its annual Christmas Pop-Up Shop, now in its fifth year.

Posted inGeneral News, Good News, Social issues and services

Community urged to donate to Christmas Toy Drive Appeal

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 3, 2025December 4, 2025

As the donation period draws to a close, The Salvation Army, Newcastle Permanent, and Greater Bank are encouraging the community to support their annual Christmas Toy Drive Appeal and help share the spirit of the season.

Posted inAgriculture, Federal Politics, Good News

NFF secures breakthrough on Right to Repair for farmers

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 2, 2025December 3, 2025

The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has secured a Federal Government commitment to extend Right to Repair reforms to agricultural machinery, hailing it a historic win for farmers and a direct result of years of advocacy from the farm sector.

Posted inAwards, Education, Good News

Armidale students win big at the Young Scientist Awards

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 2, 2025December 6, 2025

Students from across New South Wales showing a passion and flair for science were awarded last night’s Young Scientist of the Year Awards.

Posted inArmidale, Entertainment, Good News, Parenting and kids, Tourism

Skywhales to soar over Armidale at 2026 Autumn Festival

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 1, 2025December 6, 2025

Armidale is set to witness an unforgettable sight in 2026, with the iconic skywhales to grace the skies during the city’s beloved Autumn Festival.

Posted inArmidale, Business, Good News

New organisation to set Armidale business on fire

blankby RK CrosbyNovember 30, 2025December 6, 2025

The Armidale Regional Chamber of Commerce is making a comeback to set the Armidale and Guyra business communities on fire.

Posted inArmidale, Environment, Good News

Armidale leaders celebrate Creekland Restoration achievements

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 30, 2025December 6, 2025

Armidale Urban Rivercare Group hosted a Creeklands Bus Tour this week to showcase more than two decades of ecological restoration along Dumaresq Creek.

Posted inArts, Good News, Local News

Last call for applications for art bursary

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 29, 2025December 6, 2025

The New England Regional Art Museum is encouraging artists from around New England who want to improve their skills and more to apply for a $3500 bursary.

Posted inGood News, Tourism, Walcha

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

by Beth PlatfordNovember 28, 2025December 6, 2025

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

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