From hand-crafted dragons and whimsical dolls to enchanted accessories, this family-run business has become a beloved name for anyone who believes in the magic of make-believe. But wait… there’s more…
Lifestyle
Posted inBusiness, National News, Travel
Lifeline found for Rex in US buyer
Rex has secured a lifeline, set to exit voluntary administration and avoid a government takeover after being sold to US-based aviation company Air T.
Posted inArmidale, Emmaville, Glen Innes, Kentucky, Lifestyle, Markets and Fairs, Quirindi, Tamworth, Uralla, What's on
Clear out, cash in, and connect on the 2025 Garage Sale Trail
This November, community members across the New England will join the nationwide Garage Sale Trail.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
Packing a punch: art fundraising group celebrates 40 years
One of Armidale’s most beloved art traditions – the Packsaddle Exhibition and Art
Sale – will celebrate its 40th anniversary at NERAM on October 24.
Posted inArts, Gunnedah, What's on
Waste into Art exhibition calls for imagination, resourcefulness
Textiles will take centre stage when Gunnedah’s Waste into Art exhibition goes on show on Friday, 19 December.
Posted inAwareness Events, Education, Parenting and kids
“Hats Off” to teachers: Celebrating World Teachers’ Day 2025
As World Teachers’ Day approaches on Friday 31 October, communities across the New England region are being encouraged to pause and celebrate the people who shape our future – our teachers.
Posted inHealth, Indigenous, New England Surrounds, Parenting and kids, Women
Rural mums forced to travel 500km for miscarriage care
Women in remote areas are 1.6 times more likely to suffer perinatal loss, prompting calls for national standards in care to overcome the tyranny of distance.
Posted inAnimals, Warialda
Australian Koala Foundation Team Visits Warialda
Warialda will soon welcome some very special visitors, both human and furry, when the Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) arrives in town from Tuesday, 28 October to Thursday, 30 October for a three-day visit celebrating conservation, community, and connection.
Posted inBarraba, Entertainment, Local festivals and shows
Back to the Bush auto festival next weekend bigger than ever
Barraba is gearing up for one of its biggest weekends of the year, with the Back to the Bush Auto Festival returning on Saturday 18 October and it’s expected to be bigger than ever.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Local festivals and shows, Review
A night of chaos, confusion and comic brilliance with Noises Off
REVIEW: Chaos, confusion, and comic brilliance took over the stage in Armidale Drama & Musical Society’s latest production of Noises Off – and you can still see it today if you hurry!