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Posted inFeature, Local News, Parenting and kids, Volunteering

Foster Carers needed across New England as NSW launches statewide recruitment campaign

blankby New England Times News Desk7 hours agoJanuary 2, 2026

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, Feature, Parenting and kids, Tamworth

Early Years Support Program strengthens ACCO-Led Early Childhood sector in Tamworth

blankby New England Times News Desk15 hours agoDecember 31, 2025

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

blankby New England Times News Desk3 days agoDecember 31, 2025

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

blankby New England Times News Desk4 days agoDecember 31, 2025

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

blankby Kate BrownDecember 27, 2025December 31, 2025

Tamworth is preparing for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve with a full day of free, family-friendly festivities throughout Bicentennial Park.

Posted inEntertainment, Local News, Travel

NSW TrainLink’s refreshed menu in time for peak summer travel season

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 26, 2025December 31, 2025

New items have been added to the on-board menu of NSW TrainLink’s long distance train services in time for summer’s peak travel season.

Posted inEntertainment, Tamworth, Tourism

Golden Guitar Awards hosts announced

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 25, 2025December 31, 2025

Two Golden Guitar award-winning artists will take to the stage in January, playing host for the evening at the nation’s longest-running music awards concert. 

Posted inParenting and kids, Recreation, Sport, Tamworth

Work continues on No. 1 Oval Pavillion

blankby Kate BrownDecember 23, 2025December 23, 2025

Construction on the No. 1 Oval Pavilion continues to advance steadily as the project heads into the new year.

Posted inArmidale, Arts

15 years of leadership: Neil Horton honoured for service to local theatre

blankby Penelope ShawDecember 20, 2025December 25, 2025

The Armidale Drama and Music Society (ADMS) recently took a moment to honour a stalwart of the local arts community: longtime President Neil Horton, who has just celebrated an incredible 15 years of leadership at the helm of the organisation.

Posted inEntertainment, Gunnedah

Hinton Drive holds onto Santa Street title

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 20, 2025December 25, 2025

Hinton Drive in Gunnedah has once again claimed the coveted title of Santa Street in the Gunnedah Shire Christmas Lights Competition.

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