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Local festivals and shows

Posted inArmidale, Arts, Review, School News

Spit Spot! PLC Armidale’s Mary Poppins was practically perfect

blankby Beatrice AustenJune 25, 2025June 27, 2025

REVIEW: With a spoonful of imagination and a full measure of heart, PLC Armidale’s production of Mary Poppins was a delight from beginning to end — and proved just how magical high school theatre can be.

Posted inBingara, Local festivals and shows

Bingara’s Orange Festival returns: A weekend of tradition, community and celebration

by Bec GracieJune 24, 2025June 27, 2025

The streets of Bingara come alive this July as the town celebrates one of its most cherished traditions — the Happy Days Orange Festival — now in its 65th year.

Posted inArmidale, Arts, Local festivals and shows

ADMS brings bold, fresh twist to Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night

blankby RK CrosbyJune 23, 2025June 27, 2025

With bold costumes, an original score and a black-tie gala opening night, this vibrant production of a Shakespeare classic is not to be missed.

Posted inArmidale, Expos, conferences and meetings, Local festivals and shows

Major gathering in Armidale promises inspiration for agricultural shows

by Beth PlatfordJune 16, 2025June 18, 2025

With over 45 show societies represented, the 2025 Celebrating AgShows Conference is expected to be one of the largest and most dynamic when it comes to Armidale this month.

Posted inArmidale, Education, Local festivals and shows

Practically Perfect! PLC Armidale’s Mary Poppins starts Tuesday

blankby Lia EdwardsJune 14, 2025June 16, 2025

Spit spot! Tickets are almost gone for PLC’s Mary Poppins at Armidale Town Hall starting on Tuesday.

Posted inArmidale, Local festivals and shows

Rock out with Things of Stone and Wood this July

blankby Kate BrownMay 31, 2025June 2, 2025

Heading back to the region for the first time in a long time is Melbourne’s very own Things of Stone and Wood.

Posted inLocal festivals and shows, Tamworth

Keep warm and be entertained at Hats Off!

blankby New England Times News DeskMay 13, 2025May 17, 2025

Tamworth’s popular mid-year ‘Hats Off To Country’ music festival will return this winter from July 11-13 with a number of Australia’s best country artists set to perform.

Posted inArmidale, Local festivals and shows

Big Chill Festival returns with its biggest ever line-up

blankby New England Times News DeskMay 13, 2025May 15, 2025

Get ready for a full-throttle weekend of live music, fire pits, frosty dips and legendary vibes as Big Chill Festival transforms Armidale this weekend.

Posted inArmidale, Arts, Local festivals and shows, What's on

New work celebrating New England Stories to premiere at Bach Festival

blankby Reuben ArtmannMay 2, 2025May 10, 2025

A brand-new musical work rooted in the landscapes and stories of the New England region will have its world premiere as part of this year’s New England Bach Festival in Armidale this weekend

Posted inEntertainment, Local festivals and shows, Moree

Moree gets ready for a full belly and itinerary with Moree on a Plate

blankby Lia EdwardsApril 28, 2025April 28, 2025

Moree will again showcase its vibrant cultural and agricultural offerings next month as it hosts the annual Moree on a Plate Food Festival, alongside a series of exhibitions, performances, and tours.

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