Know someone who gives their time to help others? Nominations are now open to recognise the New England’s volunteers.
Volunteering
Community committees acknowledged for shaping local decisions
Residents interested in getting involved are being encouraged to keep an eye out for opportunities to join their local committee, as Glen Innes Severn Council looks to maintain strong community representation across the region.
Volunteer shortage shuts Inverell mountain bike park
Inverell’s mountain bike park has closed after the local club failed to form a committee, with Council now seeking new operators, and the Mountain Bike Club pleading for new committee members.
Next round of volunteer grants closing soon
Not-for-profit organisations across the New England and Parkes electorates are being urged to act quickly, with applications for the latest round of Australian Government Volunteer Grants closing soon.
CWA Armidale marks 100 years with community celebration
The Country Women’s Association Armidale Branch is turning 100 — and the whole community is invited to help celebrate!
Foster Carers needed across New England as NSW launches statewide recruitment campaign
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.
Celebrating community champions across the Shire
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.
New England finalists bound for 2025 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards
A group of outstanding volunteers from New England and the Northern Inland region will travel to Sydney next month to represent their community at the 2025 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards.
Call for holiday volunteers: Join the Red Cross Shops in Tamworth
Can you spare a few hours a week? The Australian Red Cross is calling on Tamworth locals to lend a hand this holiday season by volunteering at one of its Red Cross Shops.
Community and sports small grants program offers financial boost
Gunnedah Shire Council has launched its Community and Sports Small Grants Program, and eligible groups are invited to apply.
