The State Government will spend $30 million to extend two programs aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures for low-income households and older residents.
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Posted inSeniors
Moree Plains Shire Senior Citizen of the Year announced
Mungindi volunteer Mrs Loraine Nolan has been named the 2026 Moree Plains Shire Senior Citizen of the Year.
Posted inArts, Gunnedah
Ebb and flow of regional life at heart of Borderline exhibition
The resilience of regional communities will be highlighted in a travelling exhibition opening at the Gunnedah Bicentennial Creative Arts Gallery this month.
Posted inGuyra, Seniors
Community gathers for NSW Seniors Festival with food,music and good company
Seniors from across the Guyra district gathered at the Guyra Bowling Club this week for a special lunch and entertainment to celebrate the NSW Seniors Festival.
Posted inArmidale, Recreation
New England runners ready to defend home trails at Washpool
New England runners will be out in force when the Washpool World Heritage Trails returns to Washpool National Park next weekend.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
Two local artists, one shared vision: Tinted opens at NERAM
Two Armidale artists are preparing for a significant hometown moment when their new exhibition ‘Tinted’ opens at NERAM this month
Posted inAnimals, Armidale, Education
Aboriginal communities lead effort to bring endangered Bell’s turtles back to Northern Tablelands rivers
Aboriginal communities across the Northern Tablelands are helping release hundreds of endangered Bell’s turtle hatchlings back into local rivers this year.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Entertainment
Armidale Eisteddfod entries open
Entries have opened for the 2026 Armidale Eisteddfod, with organisers inviting musicians, performers and composers of all ages to take part in one of the region’s longest-running cultural events.
Posted inInverell, Parenting and kids
Multicultural Festival to bring colour and community spirit to Inverell this Sunday
Inverell will celebrate culture, food and elite cycling this Sunday when the Multicultural Festival and ProVelo Super League criterium take over the Lake Inverell Off-Road Circuit.
Posted inGlen Innes, Good News, Parenting and kids
Families to benefit from Council partnership with Centacare
Glen Innes Severn Council has partnered with Centacare New England North West to continue delivering weekly playgroup services for local families, ensuring ongoing access to early childhood support through a strong, community-focused partnership.