A motion to scrap the state’s gun buyback failed after debate was gagged, with the mover accusing government MPs of not understanding firearms and warning the laws will push voters to far-right parties.
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Armidale funeral director takes on NSW/ACT leadership role
Armidale funeral director Sam Piddington will help shape the future of the industry across NSW and the ACT after being appointed to a key leadership role with Funerals Australia.
Posted inEmployment, Good News, Indigenous, Inverell
Inverell’s Tahnee Capon turns hardship into hope through education
A Kamilaroi woman who spent a year couch surfing before living in a converted bus has been named a 2026 Adult Learners Week Ambassador, crediting study with turning her life around from homelessness to a career helping others in Inverell.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Parenting and kids, Social issues and services
New group offers support for twin parents in the New England
A new support group has opened in the New England region for local parents of twins to connect through Facebook.
Posted inArts, Exhibitions and performances, Hunter
New England artists take centre stage at Sculptures in the Garden
Three New England artists are set to feature at this year’s Sculptures in the Garden, the popular outdoor exhibition returning to Mudgee for its 16th year.
Posted inAwards, Willow Tree
Jack’s Creek named world’s best Wagyu for third straight year
Australian beef producer Jack’s Creek has been crowned the world’s best Wagyu producer for a third consecutive year at the 2026 World Steak Challenge in Amsterdam.
Posted inArmidale, Education
TAFE NSW graduates return to inspire Armidale students
TAFE NSW Armidale graduates have returned to the classroom to inspire English language students with stories of education, resilience and career success.
Posted inCrime, Moree
Man charged and ammunition seized after pursuit near Moree
A 22-year-old man has been charged and ammunition seized following a police pursuit north-west of Moree.
Posted inArmidale, Expos, conferences and meetings, Sustainable Living
Orange Is the New Black star brings clean energy career push to Armidale
She swapped a Hollywood career and a US Green Card for a mission to get regional Australians into clean energy jobs, and this month actor Yael Stone is bringing that mission to Armidale.
Posted inIndigenous, Somerton
Aboriginal Rangers to gather at Trelawney Station
More than 200 Aboriginal Rangers will gather near Tamworth next week to share knowledge, strengthen culture and learn new ways to care for Country.