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.
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Posted inNarrabri, Technology
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.
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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.
Posted inArts, Business, Made in New England 26, Rocky River, Walcha
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.
Posted inBusiness, Made in New England 26, Tamworth
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.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
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.
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 inAgriculture, National News
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.
Posted inAgribusiness, Agriculture, Armidale
APVMA delays criticised as performance falls below target
New performance figures from the Armidale based Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) have prompted renewed criticism from industry
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Enjoy the sleep-in: Daylight Saving ends this weekend
As the long, golden days of summer give way to crisp mornings across the New England region, there’s one small change that marks the shift more than most – daylight saving is coming to an end.