The countdown is on – New England region’s most hotly contested community vote is back, and this year’s Best in the New England (BITNE) is shaping up to be the fiercest yet.
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Posted inArmidale Regional, Lifestyle
From the paddock to the page: A local author’s journey
Tilbuster farmer Troy Gerdes is transforming the people, places and animals of Elderslie into uniquely Australian children’s books that are delighting readers both locally and around the world.
Posted inSocial issues and services, Tamworth, What's on
Centacare invites Tamworth to celebrate 25 years of walking together
A free community celebration is coming to Fitzroy Plaza on Wednesday, 25 June, as Centacare marks 25 years of supporting individuals, families and communities across the New England region.
Posted inCrime, Tamworth
Police seek witnesses after nail gun attack on Tamworth man
A man was shot in the face, chest and hands with a nail gun during a robbery in Tamworth on Saturday night. Police want to hear from anyone with information or footage.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Sport
Henderson earns Australian selection for US Rowing challenge
The Armidale School rower Isabella Henderson will represent Australia at the inaugural US Rowing International Rowing Challenge.
Posted inCrime, Moree
Teenager charged after police pursuit in Moree
A 14-year-old boy has faced court after allegedly leading police on a pursuit through Moree on Saturday.
Posted inMoney, NSW Politics
NSW budget offers rego relief, hospital investment, and drought support
The NSW Budget cuts $100 off rego, commits nearly $3 billion to regional hospitals, funds drought support for farmers, and puts $1,000 in the pockets of public servants. Here’s what it means for the New England.
Posted inFundraiser, Social issues and services
Caring for community: art sale backs local end-of-life project
An Armidale not-for-profit is inviting the community to browse more than 130 donated artworks this weekend, raising funds for a service that supports local families through some of life’s most difficult moments.
Posted inAgribusiness, Agriculture, Armidale, Health
Paraquat stays but with major new restrictions as regulator delivers verdict
Australia’s pesticide regulator has handed down a major decision on paraquat and diquat— it stays, but with tight new restrictions.
Posted inCrime, Guyra, Quirindi
Guyra, Quirindi stabbings latest in a series across New England
A stabbing in Guyra on Sunday, and another in Quirindi on Monday, are the latest in a series of violent knife crimes to shock the New England.