Business NSW calls for urgent action to deal with housing shortages and bigger reforms proposed by the Building Commission NSW appear to have stalled, but locals are getting it done.
Regional Development
Posted inGunnedah Shire, Local politics, Regional Development
Gunnedah Shire makes big moves
Gunnedah Shire Council has taken significant steps at their bumper June meeting to plan for the shire’s future.
Posted inArmidale, Community development, Good News, Youth
By kids, for kids: Trackside’s brave and innovative model that just might work
As most communities in the New England struggle with youth issues, the community with the youngest population is trying something new – and they don’t have the money to do it.
Posted inAgriculture, Gunnedah, Regional Development
Refurbished saleyards open in Gunnedah
The $27.4m refurbishment of Gunnedah Saleyards were officially opened yesterday, delivering a much need roof – and a long future – to the state’s fifth largest salesyards.
Posted inArmidale, Community development, Social issues and services, What's on, Women
Trackside set to open this morning as Armidale’s newest community hub
A historic building in the heart of Armidale will be given a new lease on life this morning, with the grand opening of “Trackside” scheduled to begin at 10.15am.
Posted inCommunity development, Health, Moree, Roads and Infrastructure
Construction underway on Moree Hospital Redevelopment
Moree Hospital staff joined dignitaries and community members to turn the first sod, marking the start of main works construction.
Posted inCommunity development, Hillgrove, Mining and Resources
Echidna Gully gets second life as home to Hillgrove Mine workforce
Echidna Gully, a former beloved function venue at Metz, has been purchased by Larvotto Resources to provide accommodation for its growing workforce as it prepares to re-open the Hillgrove mine.
Posted inArmidale, Community development, Social issues and services, Tamworth, Work and career
Welcome to regional NSW: helping new residents put down roots for good
More ‘welcome’ events and activities are being rolled out to help new residents build those crucial early connections that make their move a success.
Posted inCommunity development, Grants and funding, Tamworth
Opportunity to help restore heritage buildings
Tamworth Regional Council’s 2025-2026 Heritage Assistance Grant is now open with a share of $50,000 available.
Posted inInverell, Regional Development
Inverell Aquatic Centre recognised for excellence in innovation
The Inverell Aquatic Centre has been honoured with the Excellence in Innovation Award at the prestigious Aquas Awards Gala.