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.
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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.
Posted inBusiness, Local News, Science and Research
Costs, staff shortages holding back local business
Business confidence across the New England and North West has lifted slightly, but local operators warn rising costs, skill shortages and red tape are choking productivity and holding back growth.
Posted inMoree, Recreation
It’s time to lace up for Run the Plains Moree
Back for its second year on 26 and 27 September, Run the Plains Moree is proving to be a popular weekend running festival in the region.
Posted inArmidale, Indigenous, Sport, Sport and fitness events, Tamworth
Widders in the commentary box for Koori Knockout in Tamworth
Local hero Dean Widders will play a central role in the broadcast of this year’s Koori Knockout from Tamworth over the October long weekend.
Posted inEducation, Gunnedah
Scholarship fund offers “practical support” for new ventures
Young people ready to embark on the next stage of their educational journey can get a helping hand through the Gunnedah Community Scholarship Fund.
Posted inFire, Local News
Preseason preparedness: together, we can keep our communities safe
As the new fire season approaches, the NSW Rural Fire Service is highlighting the importance of preseason preparedness – with the recent Super AGM at Croppa Creek standing as a shining example of community spirit and collaboration.
Posted inSport, Tamworth
Sweeney tops Tamworth tennis championship
Tamworth has wrapped up its first Professional Tennis Tournament with Dane Sweeney claiming his fifth championship title.
Posted inAgriculture, Inverell
Broken down and locked out: Machinery costs fuel right to repair debate
Local farmer joins NSW Farmers’ push for right to repair laws to cover agricultural machinery- saving time and cost.