Eight young people from BackTrack Youth Works swapped welding tools and the bush for boards and waves, taking part in Surfing Australia’s Surf for Life program at Kingscliff.
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Posted inCommunity development, Education, Housing, Local politics
Promises and Secrets: Duval High development proposal raises questions
Homes NSW and the Housing Minister are not answering questions about the proposed redevelopment of the Duval High site, while the Department of Education is uncharacteristically candid in revealing Armidale kids are possibly being punished because of partisan politics.
Posted inArmidale, Education
PLC Armidale Alumnae reunion a joyful celebration of connection and community
More than 80 PLC Armidale Old Girls and former staff gathered in the Astra Arts Centre for the recent Old Girls’ Reunion, with guests travelling from near and far.
Posted inEducation, Tamworth
Celebrating 75 years of Central Northern Regional Library
The Central Northern Regional Library marked its 75th anniversary with a special celebration at Tamworth City Library this week.
Posted inArmidale, Inverell, School News, Tamworth, Technology
Business NSW champions regional open days to shape the future of advanced manufacturing
Future Made Open for Business Tours will roll out today- a regional initiative aimed to connect local students with the world of engineering and manufacturing.
Posted inAnimals, Armidale, Education
Professional veterinary training boosts koala care in Northern Tablelands
Southern New England Landcare has successfully delivered the first professional veterinary training course focused on koala health in the Northern Tablelands.
Posted inLocal News, School News
The future looks bright for the Educational Pathways Program
New England students will continue to benefit from hands-on vocational learning while still at school, as the State Government announces ongoing funding of $38.9 million for the Educational Pathways Program
Posted inArmidale, Education, Local politics
History repeats: property developers circle Duval High site, community not consulted
Armidale Regional Council have been working on redeveloping the Duval High site on North Hill for housing despite council staff warning of reputational damage due to lack of community consultation.
Posted inArmidale, Gunnedah, School News, Tamworth
Local teachers recognised for achieving the highest levels of accreditation
Eight teachers from the New England have joined a record number of teachers from across the state to be recognised for achieving the highest levels of accreditation.
Posted inAwareness Events, Education, Good News, Inverell
Celebrate learning together this Adult Learners Week
It is never too late to learn something new, and for Inverell’s Darren Finn, his journey is a powerful testament to the transformative impact of adult learning.