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Posted inEntertainment, Feature, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth

Tamworth Festival sets the stage: Toyota Park and FanZone line-ups announced

by Bec Gracie12 hours agoDecember 11, 2025

Tamworth’s Bicentennial Park will, once again, transform into Toyota Park – a centrepiece of the country music festivities in January – with the outdoor venue’s line-up announced yesterday along with Toyota FanZone.

Posted inArmidale, Arts, Awards, Entertainment

Finalists announced for 2025 Environmental Music Prize

blankby New England Times News Desk4 days agoDecember 8, 2025

Thirty songs have been named finalists for the 2025 Environmental Music Prize, a $20,000 award that recognises Australian artists using music to connect audiences with nature and inspire climate action, including bushfire tribute “Up Armidale Road”

Posted inEntertainment, Sport, Walcha, Willow Tree

Powerhouse PBR teams announced for the Bledisloe of Bull Riding

blankby New England Times News Desk5 days agoDecember 9, 2025

It’s the Bledisloe of bull riding with Aussies from Walcha and Willow Tree to ride for the Cup. Read more here.

Posted inEntertainment, Parenting and kids, Quirindi, Tourism

Quirindi Silo Art to light up for annual Christmas show

blankby Kate Brown6 days agoDecember 8, 2025

The Quirindi Silo Art precinct will come alive tonight with its fourth annual Christmas Light and Sound Show, promising a festive evening for locals and visitors alike.

Posted inArmidale, Entertainment, Good News, Parenting and kids, Tourism

Skywhales to soar over Armidale at 2026 Autumn Festival

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 1, 2025December 6, 2025

Armidale is set to witness an unforgettable sight in 2026, with the iconic skywhales to grace the skies during the city’s beloved Autumn Festival.

Posted inArts, Entertainment, Glen Innes, Gunnedah, Local festivals and shows, Parenting and kids, Tamworth, Warialda, What's on

Celebrate the season across the region

blankby Kate BrownNovember 29, 2025December 6, 2025

The New England region is continuing to celebrate through to Santa visit day, with Christmas markets, concerts, carnivals and even a horse racing event set to bring colour and cheer to communities across the region.

Posted inEntertainment, Gunnedah, Parenting and kids

Gunnedah Shire’s Community Christmas Tree Lighting a jolly affair

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 22, 2025November 23, 2025

Gunnedah residents are warmly invited to attend the lighting of the Community Christmas Tree on Friday, 28 November, in Brock’s Court.

Posted inEntertainment, Narrabri, Parenting and kids, Tourism

More seats, more movies, more fun at the Crossing Theatre

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 21, 2025November 23, 2025

Movie lovers have another reason to grab the popcorn, with Cinema 2 at The Crossing Theatre officially reopening today following a major technology upgrade.

Posted inArmidale, Entertainment, Parenting and kids, What's on

Festive Flicks at Bool brings Christmas cheer to Armidale

blankby Penelope ShawNovember 11, 2025November 11, 2025

There’s something truly magical about watching a Christmas classic under the stars, and the University of New England’s Festive Flicks at Bool is set to deliver just that

Posted inEntertainment, National News, Obituary, Tamworth

Broadcaster John Laws remembered as man of immense influence and mate

by RK Crosby with AAPNovember 10, 2025November 15, 2025

A towering figure on Australian radio, John Laws died peacefully at home at age 90.

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