Heritage skills and historic machinery will take centre stage at Armidale’s 2026 Autumn Festival, with new demonstrations showcasing lost trades and early agricultural innovation
Local festivals and shows
Posted inBundarra, Lifestyle, Local festivals and shows
Beaut utes shine at Bundarra show
Utes rolled into the New England on Saturday, January 31 from across the region and beyond for the seventh annual Bundarra Ute Show.
Posted inGlen Innes, Local festivals and shows, What's on
Local produce takes centre stage at Glen Innes Show and Gourmet Fiesta
One of New England’s most loved community traditions is almost here, with the Glen Innes Show returning next weekend. Organisers say this year’s program is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever.
Posted inAshford, Guyra, Inverell, Local festivals and shows, What's on
It’s show time for Ashford, Guyra, and Inverell!
Rounding out February are three iconic events – the Ashford Show, Guyra Show, and Inverell Show – and they are set to bring together families, farmers, artisans and visitors for a celebration of rural life, competition, entertainment and community connection.
Posted inArmidale, Environment, Investigation, Local festivals and shows, Social issues and services
Everyday action creating lasting change
At the core of Armidale’s sustainable heart is the collaborative community around the Sustainable Living Armidale organisation.
Posted inLocal festivals and shows, Tenterfield, What's on
What’s On at the Tenterfield Show this weekend?
The much-loved Tenterfield Show is set to return to the Tenterfield Showground this February, bringing two big days of country tradition, competition and family fun to the region.
Posted inArmidale, Environment, Investigation, Local festivals and shows, Social issues and services
The Black Gully Festival: sustainability you can feel
Each year, the Black Gully Creek Reserve behind the New England Regional Art Museum fills with music, colour and conversation in a festival that brings sustainability to life. Read part 2 of our special investigation.
Posted inAwards, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Hands of Fame welcomes Jodi Vaughan and The Wolfe Brothers
Two very different careers, but the same lasting impact on Australian country music, were recognised on Saturday morning when the 2026 Hands of Fame inductees were honoured in Tamworth.
Posted inAwards, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Country music’s quiet achiever steps into the spotlight
Tamworth Regional Council Festival and Events Manager Barry Harley has been recognised with two major accolades at the Golden Guitar Awards and a special town hall presentation, marking over 50 years of service.
Posted inAwards, Entertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Jessica Holbrok claims top busking honour at Tamworth festival
Brisbane’s Jessica Holbrok has been crowned the 2026 Toyota Best of the Buskers champion.