Seven people have been charged during a high-visibility police operation in Tamworth.
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Posted inArmidale Regional, Awards, Gunnedah Shire, Tamworth Regional
Nominate your local heros for an Australia Day Award
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Australia Day Awards, with every council across the country calling for locals to help recognise the people and groups who make their communities better places to live.
Posted inBusiness, Local News, Small Business Month 2025
SBM25: Built with Intention
Today for Small Business Month we have a visionary redefining what home can be through thoughtful design, a bridal boutique offering a personal and elegant experience, and a creative hub where local makers and collectors bring colour and connection to the community.
Posted inArmidale, Energy, Regional Development
150 jobs and helping to lower electricity prices – Wongalea BESS seeks local feedback
Up to 150 jobs could be created during construction of a major new renewable energy project proposed for Armidale, with residents invited to have their say.
Posted inGood News, Quirindi, What's on
Sounds of the Season: a magical Christmas concert in Quirindi
The festive spirit will shine brightly in Quirindi this November, as the community gathers for an evening of music, joy, and candlelit magic at Sounds of the Season – a special Christmas concert presented by Quirindi Rotary and Pursehouse Rural.
Posted inBusiness, Local News, Small Business Month 2025
SBM25: Keeping Things in Tune
Today for Small Business Month we have a precision engraver turning achievements into keepsakes, a music charity helping young regional talent find their voice, and a mobile mechanic keeping the New England community moving with skill and reliability.
Posted inPolitics, Roads and Infrastructure, Tamworth
Default rural speed limit could drop to 80km/h under new road safety proposal
A proposal to reduce the default speed limit on roads outside built-up areas to 80 kilometres per hour has sparked debate across regional Australia, with local leaders calling for investment in safer roads rather than slower travel.
Posted inEntertainment, Inverell, Local festivals and shows
Inverell’s Got Talent launches Sapphire City Festival with packed Town Hall
Inverell East Rotary Club has kicked off the Sapphire City Festival with a full house for the annual Inverell’s Got Talent concert at the Town Hall last weekend.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Business, Good News
Granny Fi’s Toy Cupboard: handmade magic and a growing online adventure
From hand-crafted dragons and whimsical dolls to enchanted accessories, this family-run business has become a beloved name for anyone who believes in the magic of make-believe. But wait… there’s more…
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Inverell, Uralla
Road closures for festivals this weekend
There’s some road closures in Inverell and Uralla for this weekend’s festivals