Tamworth tenor Christopher Whalley is set to join the next generation of Australian opera talent after being selected for Opera Australia’s prestigious Young Artist Program.
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Posted inGlen Innes Severn Shire, Local politics, Money, Uralla Shire
Glen Innes, Uralla rate rises approved
IPART has approved major rate rises for Glen Innes Severn and Uralla Shire councils, with both citing infrastructure costs, underfunding and long-term financial sustainability pressures.
Posted inAgriculture, drought, Water
Watchdog flooded with complaints as dry spell persists
There has been a sharp increase in the number of people being dobbed in for misusing water as the region experiences ongoing drought.
Posted inGood News, Grants and funding, Inverell
Inverell library to undergo major refresh after $500,000 grant
Inverell Library is set for a major refresh after securing a $500,000 State Library of NSW grant to modernise and revitalise the much-loved community facility.
Posted inArmidale, Health
New England ‘ideal place’ to demonstrate One Health in action
The New England region has been described as an ideal place to demonstrate One Health, linking the health of people, animals and the environment, at a thought-provoking event in Armidale.
Posted inNorth Coast, What's on
Beyond Jazz Weekender returns to Bellingen in August
The Beyond Jazz Weekender lands in Bellingen on 14-15 August 2026, delivering two distinct nights that celebrate jazz as a living, evolving and joyfully physical artform.
Posted inArts, Gunnedah
Rainbow Serpent water feature restored in Gunnedah
Gunnedah’s Rainbow Serpent water feature has been restored following a major refurbishment of its culturally significant mosaic artwork.
Posted inEmergency management, Tenterfield
Tenterfield Council presses case for more drought support
Tenterfield Shire Council has called for more drought assistance after meeting NSW Drought Coordinator Ray Willis amid worsening dry conditions.
Posted inEntertainment, Tamworth
New talent announced for 2026 CMAA Junior Academy
The Country Music Association of Australia Academy of Country Music has announced the 28 emerging artists selected for its 2026 Junior Course.
Posted inGrants and funding, Local News
Grants open to help communities prepare for drought
More than $3 million is available for community-led projects helping rural and regional Australians prepare for drought.