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Posted inArmidale, Business, Feature

Still time to bid for prime cafe position in Curtis Park

blankby New England Times News Desk1 day agoJanuary 3, 2026

There is still time for food and beverage operators to put their hand up for a new cafe opportunity in one of Armidale’s busiest family destinations, with Expressions of Interest still open for the ‘Cafe on Curtis’ site.

Posted inGood News, Guyra

A milestone year: Black Mountain Nursery reflects on 40 years of growth

blankby New England Times News Desk5 days agoJanuary 3, 2026

As 2025 draws to a close, Black Mountain Nursery is looking back on a year marked by reflection, celebration and community appreciation.

Posted inArmidale, Business, Uralla

Airport café farewell as The Alternate Root closes Armidale location

blankby Penelope ShawDecember 28, 2025December 31, 2025

After successfully supplying travellers and locals alike with quality coffee, hearty meals and warm hospitality since 2023, The Alternate Root Café has announced the closure of its Armidale Airport location, turning off the machine for the last time on December 24.

Posted inAgriculture, Armidale Regional, What's on

Early Blueberry Season Bursts to Life at Blueberries with Altitude

blankby Penelope ShawDecember 26, 2025December 31, 2025

An early start to the blueberry season is delighting locals at Blueberries with Altitude, with ripe, juicy berries ready for picking weeks ahead of schedule following an unusual mix of weather conditions.

Posted inArmidale, Housing, Tamworth

Fewer houses make it hard for local selling agents to meet demand

blankby Jean-Paul PelosiDecember 24, 2025December 31, 2025

A rush on houses by investors has created a shortage in Armidale and Tamworth, making it hard for local agents to keep up with demand. 

Posted inArmidale, Memorials and funerals

Large crowd turns out to support Jewish Community in Armidale

blankby Lia EdwardsDecember 21, 2025December 25, 2025

Hundreds of locals came to the Armidale Mall on Saturday morning to take part in a memorial event to show support for the Jewish Community after last weekend’s Chanukah Massacre.

Posted inArmidale, Arts

15 years of leadership: Neil Horton honoured for service to local theatre

blankby Penelope ShawDecember 20, 2025December 25, 2025

The Armidale Drama and Music Society (ADMS) recently took a moment to honour a stalwart of the local arts community: longtime President Neil Horton, who has just celebrated an incredible 15 years of leadership at the helm of the organisation.

Posted inArmidale, Education, Good News, Tamworth

New England boarding schools celebrate standout 2025 HSC results

blankby Lia EdwardsDecember 19, 2025December 20, 2025

The New England region’s boarding schools are celebrating exceptional performances in the 2025 Higher School Certificate.

Posted inEducation, Guyra

Ben Lomond school will go into recess to start 2026

blankby Jean-Paul PelosiDecember 18, 2025December 31, 2025

Ben Lomond Public School will temporarily close at the end of term 4 after a recent consultation with parents, carers and the local community.

Posted inArmidale, Good News, What's on

Tails to wag over new Autumn Festival event in Armidale

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 18, 2025December 17, 2025

The Armidale Autumn Festival will showcase an exciting new attraction in 2026 – working stock dog demonstrations presented by the Armidale Working Stock Dog Club.

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