Armidale councillor and community advocate Kay Endres has been named the 2026 Northern Tablelands Electorate Woman of the Year ahead of International Women’s Day.
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Posted inAwards, Good News, Tamworth
Tamworth takes centre stage at inaugural MTA NSW Automotive Excellence Awards
Tamworth has emerged as one of the big winners at the inaugural Motor Traders’ Association of New South Wales (MTA NSW) Automotive Excellence Awards 2026, with a local apprentice and business both taking home honours on the night.
Posted inLocal News
Fuel prices surge in major cities as NRMA urges action, with New England motorists watching closely
Fuel prices in Australia’s major cities have surged above expected levels, with the NRMA warning regional motorists — including in the New England — could soon feel the impact.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
Nominations open for 2026 Australian Cotton Industry Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Australian Cotton Industry Awards, recognising excellence across the sector
Posted inEntertainment, Gunnedah
Engines ready: 2026 Weeks of Speed Festival set to take off
Weeks of Speed will return to Gunnedah in March, bringing a packed program of motorsport events and an anticipated economic boost to the Shire.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
Farmers reject “dumpster fire” plans
NSW Farmers says a proposal to send Sydney’s waste to rural and regional communities should be rejected.
Posted inEntertainment, Tenterfield
Festival favourites Haystack Mountain Hermits to play at Tenterfield
Award-winning family band Haystack Mountain Hermits will perform at Tenterfield School of Arts on Saturday, 14 March.
Posted inUralla Shire
Postal vote applications open for Uralla Shire Council Ward A by-election
Postal voting has opened for the Uralla Shire Council Ward A by-election, to be held on Saturday, 18 April.
Posted inArmidale, Crime, Ebor
Accused Little Styx axe murderer denied bail
The man accused of murder at the Little Styx River campsite has been refused bail, as police allege he killed a fellow camper with an axe during a violent altercation at the remote spot on Point Lookout Road.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Training and courses, What's on
Sydney Symphony Orchestra to perform in Armidale
The Sydney Symphony Orchestra will add Armidale to its 2026 Regional Tour, bringing a dance-inspired orchestral program and a series of young musician workshops to the New England.