Thousands of nurses and midwives have won a landmark pay rise for the first time in more than two decades after an industrial umpire ruled in their favour.
Business
Drivers fuel crackdown as ‘Bowser Busters’ expose price mismatches
NSW drivers are behind a surge in fuel enforcement, reporting discrepancies and helping regulators crack down on non-compliant service stations.
New England talent shines at Sydney Royal Easter Show
New England exhibitors have put the region in the spotlight, claiming major wins across youth, auctioneering, livestock, food, and craft competitions at the 2026 Sydney Royal Easter Show.
axxis Narrabri marks first year with community event
Regional telecommunications provider axxis will mark the first anniversary of its Narrabri store next week, following a year of local growth and customer uptake.
Reviving treasures, inventing solutions
From restoring heirlooms to building custom machinery, Revive by Hyde and New England Hydraulics and Diesel are solving real problems in Armidale.
Cards to cherish, stories to love
From handmade photo cards to romance novels, Susan Bowden and Bridget Van der Eyk are turning creativity into something to share.
Country charm for kids, back to nature to heal
From handmade kidswear to natural herbal balms, Walandella Designs and Mims Remedies are creating with care in Tamworth — local, unique and made with heart.
From paddock to petrol: canola could help fuel Australia’s future
The New England’s rolling fields of bright yellow canola have long drawn tourists each spring, but the crop could soon attract attention for a different reason — helping address Australia’s fuel challenges.
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.
ABC breached code over Four Corners ‘Water Grab’ episode
The Australian Communications and Media Authority has found the Four Corners episode “Water Grab” breached accuracy and impartiality provisions in the Australian Broadcasting Corporation Code of Practice, following a complaint by Cotton Australia.
