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Posted inCommunity development, Grants and funding, Local News

Dozens of community projects to benefit from federal grant

blankby New England Times News Desk5 days agoAugust 12, 2025

Thirteen community groups in the Parkes Electorate will share $120,000 in Stronger Communities Programme grants for projects ranging from Indigenous rugby uniforms to improved facilities and accessibility.

Posted inCommunity development, Good News, Warialda

Warialda’s time to shine

blankby Cameron MagusicJuly 23, 2025July 23, 2025

This coming Sunday (27th July) will see Warialda locals exert some elbow grease in an effort to bring about a more vibrant and cleaner community.

Posted inCommunity development, Energy, Grants and funding, Local News

Communities reclaim the power to shape their renewable future

blankby RK CrosbyJuly 17, 2025July 22, 2025

Regional communities hosting renewable energy projects are being urged to think beyond painting the town hall and footy jerseys and take the lead in securing long-term social, economic and environmental benefits from the renewable transformation.

Posted inArmidale, Community development, Good News, Youth

By kids, for kids: Trackside’s brave and innovative model that just might work

blankby RK CrosbyJune 18, 2025June 21, 2025

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 inArmidale, Community development, Social issues and services, What's on, Women

Trackside set to open this morning as Armidale’s newest community hub

blankby Lia EdwardsJune 17, 2025June 19, 2025

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

blankby Kate BrownJune 12, 2025June 14, 2025

 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

by Rachel RoanJune 4, 2025June 6, 2025

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

by Rachel RoanJune 4, 2025June 6, 2025

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

blankby New England Times News DeskJune 2, 2025June 2, 2025

Tamworth Regional Council’s 2025-2026 Heritage Assistance Grant is now open with a share of $50,000 available.

Posted inBusiness, Community development, Moree

Moree wants your business

blankby Lia EdwardsMay 8, 2025May 10, 2025

Are you ready to test your business idea or expand into a new market for your product or service? Moree Plains Shire Council is eager to support your business growth.

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