Eighty student volunteers from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) will arrive in Uralla on Tuesday, 7 July, as part of The Big Lift’s 2026 Winter Trip across regional New South Wales and Queensland.
Community action
Posted inAdvertorial, Armidale, Business, Community action
From open homes to open hearts: Professionals Armidale’s community BBQ making a difference
A real estate agency might not be the first place you’d expect to find a community fundraising program, but Professionals Armidale is quietly becoming as well known for its local giving as it is for selling homes.
Posted inCommunity action, Good News, Warialda
Warialda community comes together for Shop of Opportunity opening
The Warialda Shop of Opportunity officially opened on Saturday, May 2, drawing strong local support and marking the end of a three-year community-led project.
Posted inCommunity action, Glen Innes Severn Shire
Glen Innes locals wanted to join new community safety forum
Residents and business owners across the Glen Innes Severn Council area are being invited to help shape local safety priorities
Posted inCommunity action, Federal Politics, Local News, New England Electorate
Joyce party switch triggers resurgence of Voices
A renewed community movement is taking shape across the New England electorate, with Voices of New England officially regrouping and committing to strengthening active democracy in the lead up to the 2028 Federal Election.
Posted inCommunity action, Memorials and funerals
Memorials and funerals as the community begins to heal
The funerals for the 15 lives lost at Bondi Beach last Sunday have begun, while memorials and gatherings are held across the world, including a public gathering in Armidale this Saturday, and the community begins to heal.
Posted inCommunity action, Good News, Tamworth, What's on
Three tonnes of clothing for free in Talking Threads community day
Tamworth locals will have the chance to pick up free clothing and enjoy a community barbecue when Talking Threads hosts its second Community Day of the year later this month.
Posted inCommunity action, Glen Innes, Social issues and services
Building a sense of community, one shopping bag at a time
A new initiative from the Glen Innes Anglican Church is doing more than just filling pantries, it’s building a sense of community by combining help and hope.
Posted inCommunity action, Deepwater
Bringing a Deepwater landmark back to life
A recent spate of vandalism caused the Deepwater community to take stock and reconsider how they might put a piece of town history back to use.