The Country Women’s Association Armidale Branch is turning 100 — and the whole community is invited to help celebrate!
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Posted inFeature, Seniors, Tamworth
RFBI staff member joins DCM Institute 1000 Club
Tracy Howarth, a coordinator at RFBI’s New England retirement villages, has joined an elite group of professionals recognised by the DCM Institute for completing 1,000 points in its national development program.
Posted inLocal News, New England Surrounds, Roads and Infrastructure
200-tonne dilemma for Waterfall Way
The State Government will undertake a detailed corridor assessment of Waterfall Way and surrounding Mid-North Coast routes following a major landslip.
Posted inEntertainment, Feature, Tamworth
The Wolfe Brothers call for more Australian Made support
The Wolfe Brothers have used their massive haul of accolades at the Tamworth Country Music Festival to call for more support of Australian music and artists.
Posted inAwards, Feature, Health, Narrabri
Narrabri woman nominated for midwife of the year
Susan Sargent says she’s just a country girl doing her job and was surprised to be nominated
Posted inTechnology, Wee Waa
Major NBN fibre upgrade milestone reached in Wee Waa
More than 900 homes and businesses in Wee Waa are now eligible to upgrade to full fibre through the National Broadband Network’s Fibre to the Premises service.
Posted inFeature, Rodeo and Campdraft, Walcha
Revenge is brewing in the PBR Australia bucking arena
Australia’s biggest bull riding showdown is back, as the 2026 PBR Australia Monster Energy Origin Series reignites the fierce NSW–Queensland rivalry—with the Maroons out for revenge after a record-breaking Blues victory last year.
Posted inBusiness, Feature, Local News
Regional Australia Bank announces another merger
Regional Australia Bank and SWSbank have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore a potential merger that would focus on supporting regional communities.
Posted inAwards, Tenterfield
Tenterfield Australia Day honours announced
Tenterfield Shire Council honoured local heroes and welcomed new citizens during its 2026 Australia Day celebrations at the Tenterfield Showground.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Feature, Lifestyle, What's on
New Year, new notes: Armidale City Band welcomes aspiring musicians
In 2026, the Armidale City Band is opening the door to new members, inviting people of all ages to try their hand at brass and discover what it’s like to make music as part of a community group.