Armidale’s own Optiweigh has been recognised on the world stage, taking out the title of “Herd Management Solution of the Year” at the 2025 AgTech Breakthrough Awards .
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Posted inGood News, Health, Tamworth
25-year legacy of serving our region to be honoured today
A display and community barbecue to mark the milestone will be happening in Fitzroy Street Tamworth today to mark the Westpac rescue chopper’s 25 years of service to the region.
Posted inInvestigation, Local News, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
New England roads mostly ‘not safe’; beyond ‘maintenance’
There is a growing sense that regional NSW needs a fundamental rethink of how roads are funded and managed.
Posted inArmidale, Health, Tamworth
Additional nurses boost safe staffing ratios at local hospitals
Tamworth and Armidale hospitals will benefit from additional nurses, with recruitment well underway to deliver on the State Government’s promise to roll out a major healthcare staffing reform.
Posted inAwareness Events, Education, Local News
Workers are making their mark through vocational education and training
National Skills Week 2025 will be officially launched in New South Wales this Monday, celebrating the power of vocational education and training to transform careers, communities, and the NSW economy.
Posted inInverell
Inverell Shire Council appoints New Director
Inverell Shire Council has confirmed Mr Greg Doman has been appointed as Director Environmental Services. Read more here.
Posted inInverell, Sport, Sport and fitness events
NIAS to host annual UAA Talent ID Day for aspiring indigenous athletes
The Northern Inland region’s aspiring young indigenous athlete will descend on Inverell next Wednesday to participate in the annual NIAS / UAA Indigenous Talent Identification Day.
Posted inArmidale, Science and Research
AI to power future of solar recycling
Researchers at UNE have developed a cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence platform that will prevent solar panels and other e-waste from ending up in landfill.
Posted inGlen Innes, Water
Glen Innes invests in safe, reliable and future-ready water services
Glen Innes Severn Council is reassuring the community that local water supplies remain safe, secure and of high quality, while also investing in modern systems to keep services reliable for years to come.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
Armidale exhibition brings new meaning to ‘Don’t Paint Flowers’
Armidale-based artist Bramantyo will present Don’t Paint Flowers, an intimate guerrilla exhibition running from 25 August to 23 September.