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Posted inLocal festivals and shows, Tenterfield, What's on
What’s On at the Tenterfield Show this weekend?
The much-loved Tenterfield Show is set to return to the Tenterfield Showground this February, bringing two big days of country tradition, competition and family fun to the region.
Posted inAgriculture, What's on
Rethinking farming at Wilmot Field Day
Wilmot Field Day has become a fixture on the agricultural calendar for producers looking for practical insight, honest conversation and a deeper understanding of how farming systems are evolving.
Posted inArmidale, Fantastic Feb 26, Health, Mental Health, Walcha
Nurturing your gut, supporting your mind
Naturopath Olivia Nivison says small changes in diet, lifestyle, and mindset can make a huge difference to your gut and your mental wellbeing
Posted inArmidale, Environment, Investigation, Local festivals and shows, Social issues and services
The Black Gully Festival: sustainability you can feel
Each year, the Black Gully Creek Reserve behind the New England Regional Art Museum fills with music, colour and conversation in a festival that brings sustainability to life. Read part 2 of our special investigation.
Posted inArmidale, Sport, What's on
Tahs on the hunt for next champion cricketer
Do you have a young Ellyse Perry or Josh Hazlewood in your midst? Applications are open now for the 2026 Waratahs Ian Campbell Scholarship
Posted inGlen Innes Severn Shire, Local politics, Money
Glen Innes rates increase application lodged
Glen Innes Severn Council has formally lodged an application with the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal seeking approval for a Special Rate Variation that would see general rates increase by 48.3 per cent over three years.
Posted inArmidale Regional, New England Surrounds, Roads and Infrastructure
Categorisation spat as Armidale Road continues to decline
Responsibility for maintaining Armidale Road has become the centre of a growing bureaucratic dispute, as closures on other key routes continue to push more traffic onto a road described as both dangerous and chronically underfunded.
Posted inFederal Politics
Nationals leader secure after spill bid falls flat
David Littleproud will remain leader of the Nationals after Queensland MP Colin Boyce failed to garner the support of colleagues for a spill motion.
Posted inFantastic Feb 26, Health, Local News
Choosing a healthier life may not be easy, but it’s worth it
More and more, people are choosing to take control and break bad habits, whether that’s quitting smoking, vaping, drinking, or any other vice.