Grassroots creativity in the New England North West is getting a major boost, with applications now open for the 2025 Country Arts Support Program (CASP) grants.
Grants and funding
Posted inCommunity development, Energy, Feature, Grants and funding, Local News
Communities reclaim the power to shape their renewable future
Regional communities hosting renewable energy projects are being urged to think beyond painting the town hall and footy jerseys and take the lead in securing long-term social, economic and environmental benefits from the renewable transformation.
Posted inDomestic Violence, Grants and funding, Indigenous
Local services receive major boost to support Aboriginal community safety
Aboriginal-led organisations in the New England have secured more than half a million dollars in new funding to tackle domestic, family and sexual violence
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Grants and funding
Funding shortfall sees regional galleries eyeing cuts
NERAM may face big cuts after losing $80,000 a year in annual funding from the NSW Government.
Posted inGrants and funding, Inverell
Inverell Library secures grant to enhance study and meeting spaces
Inverell Library is set to undergo exciting improvements following its successful grant application. Read more here.
Posted inDomestic Violence, Economy, Grants and funding, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure, Social issues and services
‘Disappointing’ NSW Budget delivers limited support for regions
The Minns Government’s 2025–26 New South Wales Budget, handed down today, has already come under fire for failing to deliver for regional areas.
Posted inGrants and funding, Local News, Recreation
Fishing clubs encouraged to reel in support to host their own Gone Fishing Day events
As NSW fishers celebrate ‘Gone Fishing Day’ on Sunday 19 October 2025, fishing clubs and associated organisations are encouraged to join in the state-wide festivities by hosting their own events.
Posted inCommunity development, Grants and funding, Tamworth
Opportunity to help restore heritage buildings
Tamworth Regional Council’s 2025-2026 Heritage Assistance Grant is now open with a share of $50,000 available.
Posted inGrants and funding, Gunnedah, Local politics, Roads and Infrastructure, Tamworth
Healthier, active communities backed by new path projects
Over $50 million being invested in active transport infrastructure like footpaths and cycleways by the NSW Government, including funding for three local projects.
Posted inGrants and funding, Local News
Free advertising for local groups and events
New England Times has launched a new Advertising Support Program to help not-for-profits, community groups, sporting clubs, and local event organisers promote their initiatives across the region.