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Posted inEducation, Feature, Glen Innes, Tourism

Celebrate the Summer Solstice at the Australian Standing Stones

blankby Kate Brown1 day agoDecember 17, 2025

Glen Innes locals and visitors are invited to gather this Sunday, 21 December, to mark the summer solstice at the Australian Standing Stones.

Posted inLocal News, Recreation, Tourism

Santa can’t save small business, but consumers can

blankby Kate BrownDecember 12, 2025December 15, 2025

Consumers in New England North West are being urged to support local small businesses this festive season, with fresh data revealing that many enterprises are facing mounting financial pressure.

Posted inArmidale, Glen Innes, Seniors, Tourism

Connection, creativity and curiosity: New grants bring seniors events to the New England

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 11, 2025December 11, 2025

Seniors in the Glen Innes Highlands and Guyra will be front and centre this March as two regional councils receive funding to host inclusive, creative events as part of the NSW Seniors Festival 2026.

Posted inGunnedah, Tourism

Gunnedah’s treasured cultural icon to be restored

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 8, 2025December 16, 2025

Restoration work on Gunnedah Shire’s award-winning Rainbow Serpent Water Feature will begin in the new year.

Posted inEntertainment, Parenting and kids, Quirindi, Tourism

Quirindi Silo Art to light up for annual Christmas show

blankby Kate BrownDecember 6, 2025December 8, 2025

The Quirindi Silo Art precinct will come alive tonight with its fourth annual Christmas Light and Sound Show, promising a festive evening for locals and visitors alike.

Posted inGood News, Narrabri, Tourism

Narrabri CBD to come alive with return of Christmas Pop-Up Shop

blankby Lia EdwardsDecember 4, 2025December 6, 2025

Narrabri Shire Council is once again bringing festive cheer and local foot traffic to the heart of the CBD with the return of its annual Christmas Pop-Up Shop, now in its fifth year.

Posted inArmidale, Entertainment, Good News, Parenting and kids, Tourism

Skywhales to soar over Armidale at 2026 Autumn Festival

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 1, 2025December 6, 2025

Armidale is set to witness an unforgettable sight in 2026, with the iconic skywhales to grace the skies during the city’s beloved Autumn Festival.

Posted inGood News, Tourism, Walcha

Local success brewed to perfection: Walcha Coffee honoured at state awards

by Beth PlatfordNovember 28, 2025December 6, 2025

Business NSW New England North West has recognised the outstanding achievements of local entrepreneur Cameron Hayton and his team at Walcha Coffee.

Posted inEntertainment, Narrabri, Parenting and kids, Tourism

More seats, more movies, more fun at the Crossing Theatre

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 21, 2025November 23, 2025

Movie lovers have another reason to grab the popcorn, with Cinema 2 at The Crossing Theatre officially reopening today following a major technology upgrade.

Posted inGlen Innes Severn Shire, Tourism, What's on

Shop, stroll, shine: Christmas in the Highlands returns with lights and local finds

blankby Kate BrownNovember 20, 2025November 23, 2025

Glen Innes is set to shine this festive season with Christmas in the Highlands – Illuminations, a vibrant afternoon bringing art, light and community spirit.

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