Armidale’s Nick Hanson has been named New England Volunteer of the Year for his long-standing community service with Vinnies.
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Posted inEntertainment, Gunnedah, Local festivals and shows
Curtain rises on Gunnedah’s “friendly” Eisteddfod
The 74th Gunnedah Eisteddfod will showcase generations of local talent when it returns this week for music, speech and drama events.
Posted inAnimals, Tamworth, What's on
Calm companions: Greyhounds take centre stage at Tamworth adoption event
Tamworth local Josh Crelley says adopting retired racing greyhound Nibbles not only brought a beloved breed back into his family’s life – it also inspired him to give back through volunteering.
Posted inArts, Kootingal
Kootingal soprano Hannah Burton named semi-finalist in national singing competition
Kootingal soprano Hannah Burton has been named a semi-finalist in the 2026 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Education
Community spirit shines at 42nd Armidale Eisteddfod
The 42nd Armidale Eisteddfod is uniting performers, volunteers and audiences in a celebration of community, creativity and local talent.
Posted inAdvertorial, Business, Tamworth, Trades You Can Trust 26, Travel
Tow World trusted for honest service and practical know-how
Helping people tow, travel and explore with confidence is what drives the Tow World team every day – and they’re expanding their service capacity with a move to new premises.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Good News
Armidale musician selected for historic world brass championship debut
Armidale musician and educator Bruce Myers is preparing to take Australian brass music onto the world stage after being selected to perform with Australia Brass at the prestigious World Music Contest in The Netherlands later this year.
Posted inDorrigo, Environment, Travel
Work begins on 46km Dorrigo Great Escarpment Walk
Work has officially started on the Dorrigo Escarpment Great Walk, with the project tipped to create 270 jobs and attract thousands more visitors to the region.
Posted inAnimals, Armidale, Education
UNE leads effort to protect brolga populations in NSW wetlands
UNE researchers will track vulnerable brolgas across NSW wetlands to improve water management and strengthen First Nations conservation partnerships.
Posted inArts, Inverell, What's on
Inverell stained glass workshop offers rare chance to learn centuries-old craft
A rare opportunity to learn the intricate art of stained glass is coming to Inverell this July, with only two places remaining in a highly sought-after weekend workshop led by local artist Peter Robertson.