After years of sitting vacant, the Deepwater Railway Station is set to come back to life, with the Deepwater Progress Association securing a formal licence to occupy the heritage-listed building.
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Posted inAwards, Education, Glen Innes
Glen Innes’ Sonia Lawson recognised at 2026 TAFE NSW Gili Awards
Glen Innes’ Sonia Lawson has been named Creative Cultural Experience Services Student of the Year at the 2026 TAFE NSW Gili Awards, recognising her contribution to cultural education and community events.
Posted inFire, Good News, NSW News
$470 million investment to overhaul RFS fleet management
A $470 million plan will overhaul how NSW manages its firefighting fleet, ending a decades-old ownership headache for councils. Country mayors say it’s a decision they’ve been fighting for for years.
Posted inArmidale, Good News, Social issues and services
Community rallies behind NESS’s Winter Warmth Drive
As temperatures continue to drop across the region, New England Support Services (NESS) is calling on the community to help ensure nobody faces winter without a warm blanket.
Posted inAwards, Local News
New England region celebrates King’s Birthday Honours recipients
Six New Englanders have been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours, with five receiving the Order of Australia Medal and one receiving an Australian Fire Service Medal.
Posted inArmidale, Good News, Indigenous
Strong turnout for Armidale’s 15th Reconciliation Bridge Walk despite wet forecast
Around 300 people gathered in Armidale on Sunday, May 31, for the 15th Annual Reconciliation Bridge Walk, braving a forecast of “cold with intermittent rain” to take part in the community event marking National Reconciliation Week.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Tamworth
$35 million transformation underway at Wests as iconic Tamworth club enters new era
One of Tamworth’s most recognisable venues is undergoing a major transformation, with a multi-stage redevelopment set to deliver a completely refreshed experience for members, guests and visitors.
Posted inGood News, Inverell, Sport
Regional volleyball thriving as Inverell teams lead New England charge
Regional volleyball is gaining serious momentum across the region, and Inverell’s young players are leading the charge.
Posted inEmergency management, Good News, What's on
Mental health spotlight on first responders as national gratitude campaign begins
The psychological impact of emergency service work is being brought into focus ahead of Thank a First Responder Day, with new data showing many frontline workers continue to carry the effects of trauma long after responding to emergencies.
Posted inArts, Good News, Tamworth
Tamworth tenor lands dream role with Opera Australia
Tamworth tenor Christopher Whalley is set to join the next generation of Australian opera talent after being selected for Opera Australia’s prestigious Young Artist Program.