Step back in time to the roaring twenties at the inaugural Lifeline New England North West Gala Ball. Read more here.
Health
Hop on the Medibus
The Diabetes Alliance Program’s Medibus is making its annual tour of the region, bringing diabetes specialists to the bush.
Do the quick and easy bowel screening test that could save your life
This Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, residents are urged to take the bowel screening test. Its free and could save your life.
Fluoridation of Ashford water supply officially commences
It’s been a long wait, but Ashford’s water supply has officially introduced fluoride as of May, 2025. Read more here.
Over $4000 raised for cancer patients at Whitebull luncheon
Can Assist Armidale has an extra $4000 to help local cancer patients thanks to its Autumn Charity Luncheon and month-long fundraising efforts at Armidale’s Whitebull Hotel.
Go burgundy and purple for Burple Day to raise awareness of migraine
Australians across the country are donning burgundy and purple today for Burple Day, the flagship event of Migraine Awareness Month
Men’s night out returns: A warm winter’s gathering with a powerful message
Following the overwhelming success of last year’s Men’s Night Out, Glen Innes is once again coming together to support, uplift, and connect around the important topic of men’s health.
UNE seeks 100 people for neuroscience study on depression
UNE is looking for people to take part in a large study to help improve the early diagnosis and treatment of depression.
Tamworth teacher raises awareness of voice care
A Tamworth teacher is urging people to understand the importance of taking care of their voice after rupturing his vocal-chords last year
Major universities team up to create a resilient and sustainable regional nursing workforce for the future
UNE will provide a series of informative talks to assist experienced and graduate nurses across a broad range of interest areas.