The remains of the last Israeli hostage held in the Gaza Strip have been found and returned home, as Australia marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day
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Posted inAwareness Events, Deepwater
Deepwater locals urged to register for 2026 Black Dog Ride One Dayer
Locals in the Deepwater area are being encouraged to throw their support behind next year’s Black Dog Ride One Dayer, with registrations now open
Posted inAwareness Events, Domestic Violence, Federal Politics, NSW Politics, Women
Big investment in DV services on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women has brought a major focus to government investment and community action this year, with both state and federal governments announcing significant funding aimed at preventing violence
Posted inAwareness Events, Local News
Stand with the Land this National Ag Day
New England locals have been encouraged to get involved, celebrate and help raise awareness about where our food and other products come from, as part of this year’s National Agriculture Day celebrations.
Posted inAwareness Events, General News, Health
Busting myths for Australian Food Safety Week
In the lead up to Australian Food Safety Week 8 to 15 November 2025, the Food Safety Information Council has released a national survey that shows 66% of Australians surveyed recall experiencing some form of food poisoning or gastro and 51% of those incorrectly blame the last thing they ate.
Posted inAshford, Awareness Events, Indigenous, Tamworth
Ashford and Casino star in week of Aboriginal Language pride
NSW Aboriginal Languages Week has wrapped after a statewide celebration from 19 to 26 October under the theme Let Our Voices Fly, including starring performances from locals.
Posted inAwareness Events, Fundraiser, Tamworth
Local golfers to rally for mental health at Lifeline Tamworth Golf Day 2025
On Friday, 28 November 2025, local businesses, golfers and community members will tee off for a cause close to home, the Lifeline Tamworth Golf Day, held at the scenic Longyard Golf Course.
Posted inArmidale, Awareness Events, Guyra, Uralla, Water
It’s the week to learn how water works (literally)
New Englanders are being urged to rethink how they use water and to uncover the hidden ways it flows through everyday life as part of National Water Week 2025
Posted inAwareness Events, Moree Plains Shire, Women
Rural women celebrated for strength, service, and leadership
Leaders across the New England have been acknowledging the strength of one of our region’s finest assets today: our strong rural women.
Posted inAwareness Events, Education, Parenting and kids
“Hats Off” to teachers: Celebrating World Teachers’ Day 2025
As World Teachers’ Day approaches on Friday 31 October, communities across the New England region are being encouraged to pause and celebrate the people who shape our future – our teachers.