Armidale-based artist Bramantyo will present Don’t Paint Flowers, an intimate guerrilla exhibition running from 25 August to 23 September.
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Posted inArts, Awards
New England author shortlisted for prestigious NSW History Prize
Celebrated New England-based author Sophie Masson’s latest historical novel for young readers, Bold Ben Hall, has been shortlisted in the Young People’s History Prize at the 2025 NSW History Awards.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
Former Armidale student selected for prestigious ARTEXPRESS exhibition
Young artist Michi Takayama has described her selection in the ARTEXPRESS 2025 exhibition at NERAM as a significant “milestone” in her art career.
Posted inArts, Education, Tamworth
TCMF partners with Keith Urban
The Tamworth Country Music Festival and global superstar Keith Urban have announced the creation of the “Keith Urban Rising Star Scholarship”.
Posted inArmidale, Parenting and kids, Sport, Sport and fitness events
Family fun and fierce competition at Armidale Rugby Carnival
Local rugby teams in the under-11s and 12s age group will have a chance to win the Kookaburra Cup for the first time at the upcoming Australian Rail and Track Corporation Gala Carnival, taking place in Armidale on 7 September.
Posted inArts, Education, Indigenous, Moree
Emerging Moree artists showcase culture and identity at BAMM Gallery exhibition
A powerful new exhibition featuring four emerging artists who share their deep connections to country is now open at Bank Art Museum Moree.
Posted inAnimals, Environment, Good News, Inverell
Late-night rescue and loop through the McDonald’s Drive-Thru saves injured koala near Inverell
A late-night drive towards Inverell has turned into a remarkable wildlife rescue, after a quick-thinking motorist spotted an injured koala on the roadside and worked through the night to keep her safe.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
Quad of creativity: NERAM opens four new exhibitions
The New England Regional Art Museum is set to come alive this Friday, 15 August, with the launch of four vibrant new exhibitions showcasing a wide spectrum of artistic talent and vision.
Posted inArts, Indigenous, Tamworth Regional
Tess’s grand design gets Aboriginal Ranger tick of approval
Gomeroi artist Tess Reading’s designs shone at the Aboriginal Ranger Gathering, with her hoodie now worn by Rangers nationwide and her artwork featured in Tamworth Regional Council’s new branding.
Posted inMental Health, Tenterfield, Wellbeing
Your Life Matters workshops to be held in Tenterfield, Inverell and Armidale
A free one-day workshop will be held in Tenterfield later this month to help local people who may be facing difficulties living in ‘the bush.’