Armidale-based artist Bramantyo will present Don’t Paint Flowers, an intimate guerrilla exhibition running from 25 August to 23 September.
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Posted inArts, Awards
New England author shortlisted for prestigious NSW History Prize
Celebrated New England-based author Sophie Masson’s latest historical novel for young readers, Bold Ben Hall, has been shortlisted in the Young People’s History Prize at the 2025 NSW History Awards.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
Former Armidale student selected for prestigious ARTEXPRESS exhibition
Young artist Michi Takayama has described her selection in the ARTEXPRESS 2025 exhibition at NERAM as a significant “milestone” in her art career.
Posted inArts, Education, Tamworth
TCMF partners with Keith Urban
The Tamworth Country Music Festival and global superstar Keith Urban have announced the creation of the “Keith Urban Rising Star Scholarship”.
Posted inArts, Education, Indigenous, Moree
Emerging Moree artists showcase culture and identity at BAMM Gallery exhibition
A powerful new exhibition featuring four emerging artists who share their deep connections to country is now open at Bank Art Museum Moree.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
Quad of creativity: NERAM opens four new exhibitions
The New England Regional Art Museum is set to come alive this Friday, 15 August, with the launch of four vibrant new exhibitions showcasing a wide spectrum of artistic talent and vision.
Posted inArts, Indigenous, Tamworth Regional
Tess’s grand design gets Aboriginal Ranger tick of approval
Gomeroi artist Tess Reading’s designs shone at the Aboriginal Ranger Gathering, with her hoodie now worn by Rangers nationwide and her artwork featured in Tamworth Regional Council’s new branding.
Posted inArts, Business, New England Surrounds, NSW Politics
Major film studio coming soon, just down the road
A $600M film studio backed by Russell Crowe is a step closer in Coffs Harbour, with the NSW Government pledging $5.5M for a key noise wall to support the “Aussiewood” project and boost regional jobs.
Posted inArts, Glen Innes Severn Shire, Markets and Fairs, Tourism
Glen Innes Council secures $350K to grow Christmas in the Highlands
Glen Innes Severn Council has secured $350,000 through the NSW Government’s Open Streets Program 2025–2028 to support a major expansion of its annual Christmas in the Highlands event over the next three years.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
NERAM celebrates win as Best Gallery in the New England
NERAM’s win in the BITNE competition reflects not just the calibre of its collections and programming but also the passion and dedication of its staff, volunteers, and supporters.