The much-loved Guyra Lamb & Potato Festival is once again set to bring food, fun and community pride to the New England region this January. Running from 14–26 January 2026, the festival has grown into one of the region’s most anticipated summer events, drawing visitors from across New South Wales and beyond to celebrate two of Guyra’s most iconic local industries — lamb and potatoes.
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A milestone year: Black Mountain Nursery reflects on 40 years of growth
As 2025 draws to a close, Black Mountain Nursery is looking back on a year marked by reflection, celebration and community appreciation.
Posted inEducation, Guyra
Ben Lomond school will go into recess to start 2026
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 inBusiness, Good News, Guyra, Investigation
Ushers Ag Services backs local farmers with the (not that) big jobs
A new Guyra business is stepping up to help farmers with the jobs the big operators are not interested in doing.
Posted inBusiness, Energy, Guyra, Invergowrie, Walcha
EWON to hold drop-in sessions in New England region 19-20 November
The Energy & Water Ombudsman NSW (EWON) will visit Invergowrie, Walcha and Guyra on 19-20 November to speak with landholders and community members about renewable energy infrastructure concerns.
Posted inAgriculture, Guyra
Guyra seasonal update strengthens local knowledge and collaboration
Local producers in Guyra gathered for a jam-packed Seasonal Update covering feral pest control, livestock health, pasture tips and drought planning.
Posted inArmidale, Gardening, Good News, Guyra, Training and courses, Uralla, Walcha, Water
Gardening Australia’s Jerry Coleby-Williams brings waterwise wisdom to the New England
Horticulturist and sustainability expert Jerry Coleby-Williams will be in the New England region this November, helping locals make every drop of water count in their gardens.
Posted inArmidale, Good News, Guyra
Armidale woman wins $100k on birthday scratchie bought in Guyra
An Armidale woman has been left stunned and jumping with joy after she unwrapped a winning Instant Scratch-Its ticket worth a dazzling $100,000 as a birthday present from her daughter.
Posted inArmidale, Awareness Events, Guyra, Uralla, Water
It’s the week to learn how water works (literally)
New Englanders are being urged to rethink how they use water and to uncover the hidden ways it flows through everyday life as part of National Water Week 2025
Posted inAgriculture, Environment, Guyra, Training and courses
Cool climate permaculture workshops in Guyra invite hands-on learning
Gardeners, foragers and curious learners alike are being invited to roll up their sleeves this November for Cool Climate Permaculture 2025, a series of hands-on workshops at the Guyra Neighbourhood Centre Community Garden.