Some Uralla residents will again be queing up at the Memorial Hall next week to cast a ballot – this time for the Uralla Shire Council Ward A by-election triggered by the passing of Lone Petrov. There are 8 candidates.
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Posted inArmidale, Grants and funding, Sport
Final call for young cricketers to apply for Waratahs scholarship
Armidale’s young cricketers have just weeks left to apply for a scholarship offering elite coaching and mentoring opportunities.
Posted inLocal politics, Narrabri
Mark Strahle elected as Narrabri Shire Councillor
Mark Strahle has been elected as Narrabri Shire Council’s newest councillor following the 2026 Narrabri Shire Council Countback Election held last week.
Posted inAwards, Moree
SpacePort Australia founder among nominees for national space awards
Moree’s Dr Gabrielle Caswell has been nominated across multiple categories in this year’s Australian Space Awards.
Posted inArmidale, Sport, Sport and fitness events
Record numbers set for TAS Rugby Carnival as new junior division added
A new under 10s competition has helped drive record participation at this year’s TAS Rugby Carnival, with 69 teams set to compete in Armidale later this month.
Posted inArts, Business, Made in New England 26, Walcha
From salvaged timber to timeless pieces: Wood We Create in Walcha
From fallen local timber to handcrafted art, Wood We Create in Walcha is turning salvaged wood into one-of-a-kind pieces that celebrate sustainability, craftsmanship and the natural beauty of the New England.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
NERAM launches program to back emerging regional artists
A new NERAM program is giving emerging regional artists the chance to work alongside acclaimed painter Angus Nivison and showcase their work in 2026.
Posted inEnergy, Local News
The best apps to help you find the cheapest fuel
Want to avoid wasting fuel driving between empty servos? No problem, there is a growing number of apps designed to help motorists find both fuel availability and the best price.
Posted inCrime, Tamworth
High speed police pursuit in Tamworth
A high-speed chase tore through the quiet early hours of Saturday morning in Tamworth, as police pursued a driver already banned from the road until 2027.
Posted inGlen Innes, What's on, Youth
Young people take the lead for Youth Week 2026 in Glen Innes
Youth Week (9–17 April) is coming, with Glen Innes young people leading a packed program of events across the region.