Drivers on the Newell Highway will soon notice the start of construction of two new Average Speed Cameras targeting heavy vehicle speeding offences.
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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.
Posted inArmidale, What's on
Battle lines drawn in Armidale
Step back in time as the Call to Arms Australia 1470 military reenactment provides an immersive, four-day historical simulation set in the heart of Armidale’s state forest.
Posted inAgriculture, Armidale, Business
Sluggish APVMA risks long term ag “productivity drought”
The sluggish performance of a government regulator based in Armidale is being blamed for creating a looming productivity drought for the nation’s farmers.
Posted inBlackville, Markets and Fairs
Spirit of the Liverpool Plains returns to Blackville
The much-loved Blackville Arts and Market Day returns Sunday, 19 October, with 50+ boutique stalls, kids’ entertainment, gourmet food, live music and the Judith Lee Art Prize – a true celebration of community spirit.