Families across Armidale are being invited to give their children a confident and positive start to school through the Star Starter School Readiness Program, launching at Your Tutor in Armidale in January 2026.
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Posted inAgriculture, National News, Politics, Work and career
Sustainability the key to ag workforce puzzle
The National Farmers’ Federation is urging policymakers to prioritize long-term workforce sustainability, highlighting the critical need for unskilled and semi-skilled labor alongside targeted skilled migration to support regional producers.
Posted inAgriculture, Lifestyle, National News
The Summer Lamb ad takes on the World Happiness Index through the power of lamb
Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has unveiled its annual Summer Lamb Campaign, celebrating lamb as the dish that brings Australians together.
Posted inDeepwater, Entertainment, Equestrian and racing, Feature
Celebrate 160 years of the Deepwater Races
One of Australia’s oldest racing traditions returns in 2026 as the Deepwater Races mark 160 years of country racing history.
Posted inArts, Education, Entertainment, Feature, Tamworth
Global talent heads to Tamworth for the Academy’s Senior Course
From New Zealand to Nashville, 29 emerging artists will converge on Tamworth this January for the 2026 Senior Course of The Country Music Association of Australia Academy of Country Music.
Posted inLocal News, Parenting and kids, Volunteering
Foster Carers needed across New England as NSW launches statewide recruitment campaign
The State Government has launched a statewide campaign to boost foster care recruitment across New South Wales, with an urgent call for carers in regional areas such as New England.
Posted inEducation, Parenting and kids, Tamworth
Early Years Support Program strengthens ACCO-Led Early Childhood sector in Tamworth
The Early Years Support program is strengthening ACCO-led early childhood services by improving workforce capability and outcomes for children, including in Tamworth.
Posted inEntertainment, Local News, Tourism
Keep an eye out for fireworks spooked wildlife this New Years
As we welcome in 2026, WIRES is asking the public to please report any displaced native wildlife following NYE fireworks displays.
Posted inMoree Plains Shire, Volunteering
Celebrating community champions across the Shire
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Australia Day Awards, offering an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the remarkable individuals in the Moree Plains Shire.
Posted inEntertainment, Parenting and kids, Tamworth
Tamworth set for a vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration
Tamworth is preparing for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve with a full day of free, family-friendly festivities throughout Bicentennial Park.