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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.

Posted inAccidents and road closures, Tourism, Walcha

Future of Walcha Motorcycle Rally to be “reassessed”

by RK Crosby with AAPNovember 16, 2025November 18, 2025

The future of the popular Walcha Motorcyle Rally may be in doubt following a “freak accident” that saw a demolition derby car drive into spectators, injuring 13 people.

Posted inArts, Gunnedah, Tourism

Civic upgrades to amp up cinematic experience

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 8, 2025November 8, 2025

Gunnedah’s Civic Theatre will be temporarily closed from 10-21 November for major technical upgrades.

Posted inArts, Nundle, Tourism

Nundle Rocks returns in 2026 with a stellar line-up

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 7, 2025November 8, 2025

This January, the picturesque village of Nundle is once again set to host Nundle Rocks, a three-day celebration of alternative country, folk and roots music.

Posted inTamworth, Tourism

Barry Harley to take final bow after 2026 Tamworth Country Music Festival

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 6, 2025November 8, 2025

After decades behind Australia’s biggest country music stage, Barry Harley OAM is hanging up his hat. Read more here.

Posted inTamworth, Tourism

Skywalk project reaches construction milestone in Tamworth

blankby Kate BrownNovember 5, 2025November 8, 2025

Tamworth’s Skywalk is taking shape! Construction has officially begun, marking a major milestone for this $18M project set to open in mid-2026.

Posted inRecreation, Tourism, Walcha

Makeover for popular Dangars Gorge

blankby New England Times News DeskOctober 29, 2025November 1, 2025

Dangars Gorge is closed until Easter for a $1m upgrade to facilities.

Posted inEmmaville, Glen Innes Severn Shire, Tourism, What's on

Celebrate spring in style at Ben’s Falls Retreat

blankby Penelope ShawOctober 9, 2025October 10, 2025

As the days grow longer and the weather warms, Ben’s Falls Retreat is inviting locals and visitors alike to celebrate the beauty of the season with a special evening under the stars.

Posted inLifestyle, Narrabri, Tourism

NarraBRIGHT to shine brighter with government funding

blankby New England Times News DeskOctober 2, 2025October 3, 2025

NarraBRIGHT will return in April, bigger and brighter than ever, thanks to $350,000 in funding from the State Government.

Posted inTamworth, Tourism

Big love for Big Things: Australia Post launches Big Things coin collection

blankby New England Times News DeskSeptember 26, 2025September 27, 2025

Tamworth’s Big Golden Guitar makes Australia Post’s ‘Aussie Big Things 2’ collection, which features 10 of Australia’s favourite Big Things.

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