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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.

Posted inBusiness, Good News, Investigation, Tamworth

The livestock owners dream: new rural sitting services finds a niche and gives locals back freedom

blankby RK CrosbyNovember 23, 2025November 28, 2025

Tamworth’s newest small business has hit the ground running, with The Rural Sitter quickly becoming an essential service for locals juggling the demands of animals, property and the realities of rural life.

Posted inBusiness, Good News, Guyra, Investigation

Ushers Ag Services backs local farmers with the (not that) big jobs

blankby RK CrosbyNovember 22, 2025November 23, 2025

A new Guyra business is stepping up to help farmers with the jobs the big operators are not interested in doing.

Posted inGood News, Grants and funding, Indigenous

Cultural Grants open to celebrate Aboriginal cultures and connection

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 21, 2025November 20, 2025

Aboriginal community organisations and groups across NSW are invited to apply for grants to support events and activities that celebrate and strengthen Aboriginal cultures.

Posted inBusiness, Good News, Investigation, Uralla, Weddings

Homestead Road Bridal Co brings designer elegance to Uralla

blankby RK CrosbyNovember 21, 2025November 22, 2025

Uralla’s newest boutique, Homestead Road Bridal Co, is bringing a touch of designer glamour to country weddings, offering luxurious made-to-order and preloved gowns in a warm and welcoming rural setting.

Posted inArmidale, Good News, What's on

Christmas in the Mall brings magic to Armidale

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 21, 2025November 21, 2025

Armidale locals and visitors alike are invited to join in a magical evening filled with festive cheer as Armidale’s Christmas in the Mall takes place again this year.

Posted inArts, Good News, Indigenous, Tamworth

Stage set for new talent to rock Tamworth

blankby Cameron MagusicNovember 20, 2025November 21, 2025

On Wednesday, 21 January 2026 from 3-6pm at Tamworth Youth Centre, the Buddy Knox Talent Contest, to be hosted by the award-winning blues musician, will provide opportunities for emerging Aboriginal musicians and performers to put on a song and dance.

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