This October the Bundarra Racecourse will once again come alive with colour, crowds, and the thundering of hooves, marking the much-anticipated revival of the town’s most celebrated social event.
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Posted inArmidale, Arts, Entertainment, Local festivals and shows
A belly laugh the world needs coming soon to Armidale
Laughter is set to ring through the Hoskins Centre as the Armidale Drama and Musical Society (ADMS) stages Noises Off, one of the most celebrated comedies of the last half century, opening October 3.
Posted inAnimals, Gunnedah
Modern facility to improve outcomes for companion animals
Construction is under way for Gunnedah Shire’s new Animal Impound Facility. The multi-million-dollar facility is expected by mid-2026.
Posted inMoree Plains Shire, Narrabri Shire, Roads and Infrastructure
Road safety on the Newell Highway gets a boost
Drivers on the Newell Highway will soon notice the start of construction of two new Average Speed Cameras targeting heavy vehicle speeding offences.
Posted inEntertainment, Glen Innes, Tourism
Glen Innes gets a fun new attraction just in time for the school holidays
Glen Innes is set to welcome an exciting new addition to its local tourism scene with the opening of The Mystery Rooms escape experience on Thursday, 2 October 2025.
Posted inAgriculture, Armidale
Engines, horses, and heritage on show at Armidale Rally
Back for another year, the New England Antique Machinery Club’s annual rally will take over the Armidale Showground this November.
Posted inArmidale, Emergency management
Behind the sirens: Armidale Ambulance Station opens its doors for Ambulance Appreciation Day
Locals are invited to a rare opportunity to step inside and meet our local paramedics this Friday as Armidale Ambulance Station opens its doors.
Posted inEnvironment, Narrabri Shire, Recreation, Sport and fitness events
Pilliga Ultra: A weekend of running, nature, culture, and community
From Friday 19 to Sunday 21 September, runners and supporters will gather on Gomeroi Country at Pilliga Pottery, near Coonabarabran, for the fourth Pilliga Ultra. The event promises a weekend of trail running, on-Country activities, and family-friendly fun.
Posted inArmidale, Moree, New England Surrounds, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
More upgrades for New England, Newell, Kamilaroi, Gwydir, and coast roads
The NSW Government has announced and additional $46 million for new road safety projects with Armidale, Moree and major New England and North Coast links set to benefit.
Posted inArts, Parenting and kids, Tamworth
New wave of artists set to take on The Golden Gig, sponsored by Macca’s
Australia’s youngest emerging country music talent will take the stage in January for The Golden Gig, sponsored by Macca’s, during the Toyota 54th Tamworth Country Music Festival.