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Moree tourism services to transition to council

by Kate Brown3 days agoJuly 10, 2026

Moree Plains Shire Council will bring Tourism Moree back in-house, approving six months’ interim funding while planning the transition.

Tenterfield, Tourism

Tourism forum to highlight opportunities for growth across regional NSW

by New England Times News DeskJune 17, 2026June 17, 2026

Tourism, business and government leaders will meet in Tenterfield to explore opportunities to grow regional economies through tourism investment.

Expos, conferences and meetings, Tamworth, Tourism

Vans, chrome and nostalgia set to roll into Tamworth for VANFEST

by Penelope ShawMay 14, 2026May 14, 2026

Custom vans, roaring engines, shag pile interiors and old-school imagination are set to take over Tamworth this week as it prepares to celebrate Australia’s thriving vanning culture from May 14 to 17 at the 2026 VANFEST Expo.

Energy, Tourism

Fuel crisis raises tourism concerns ahead of easter

by Lia EdwardsMarch 30, 2026April 1, 2026

Rising concern about the impact of the ongoing fuel crisis on regional tourism has prompted some to urge city residents not to cancel their country Easter holiday plans.

Narrabri, Tourism

Narrabri Shire to host 2026 DNCO Visitor Experiences Summit

by New England Times News DeskFebruary 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Narrabri Shire will host the 2026 Visitor Experiences Summit, bringing tourism operators from across Country and Outback NSW to the region.

Armidale, Arts, Tourism

Gems to bedazzle you

by New England Times News DeskFebruary 17, 2026February 19, 2026

Armidale Showground will host the New England Lapidary and Fossicking Club’s 35th Annual Gem and Craft Show next month, with more than 50 stalls and free entry.