Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s leadership continues to look weak in the aftermath of the Chanukah Massacre at Bondi Beach, forced to split his omnibus bill to get any of it passed.
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Posted inBendemeer, Cricket, Feature
Hazlewood is battling to be fit for the T20 World Cup
Pakistan is looking forward to three T20 internationals the team will play in Lahore against Australia in the build-up to the World Cup.
Posted inEntertainment, Feature, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Chris Cobb emerges as a must-see this festival
The Voice breakout builds momentum through original music, classic country influences, a culture of collaboration and a “Road to Tamworth” series drawing audiences in before the first note is played.
Posted inArts, Feature, Gunnedah
Seniors’ exhibition celebrates ‘spirit of community, power of creativity’
Connection and creative expression are at the heart of Gunnedah Shire’s first exhibition for 2026. Read more here.
Posted inBusiness, Feature, Tamworth
Tamworth’s Challenge in need of new CEO
Community services provider Challenge Community Services has confirmed chief executive officer Stephen Doley will conclude his role with the organisation this week
Posted inEntertainment, Feature, Social issues and services, Tamworth
Sound Sensitivity Stations a first at Tamworth Country Music Festival
For the first time, Sound Sensitivity Stations will be available at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, offering free earplugs to support people with sensory needs.
Posted inFeature, Local festivals and shows, Narrabri
New dates and theme confirmed for CREATE Festival 2026
Narrabri Shire Council has confirmed new dates and a fresh theme for the 2026 CREATE Festival, with the popular community arts event set to run from Friday 2 October to Sunday 18 October 2026.
Posted inEntertainment, Feature, Parenting and kids, Tenterfield, Tourism
Tenterfield to honour Peter Allen with new festival
Parks has Elvis, Trundle has ABBA – and now, Tenterfield may soon have Peter Allen. Plans are underway to bring the story of the iconic Australian performer to the New England.
Posted inCrime, Feature, Gunnedah
Welfare check ends in Gunnedah man shot by police
A man has died after being shot by police during a concern for welfare check on a rural property near Gunnedah, with a critical incident investigation now underway.
Posted inFeature, Guyra, Local festivals and shows, Quirindi, Werris Creek
Travelling to Tamworth? Get a live music hit on the way
As cars, caravans and campervans begin their annual migration for the Tamworth Country Music Festival, the road itself is once again coming alive with live music