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Posted inFeature, Rodeo and Campdraft, Tamworth, Tourism

New ABCRA CEO steps straight into National Finals spotlight

blankby Bec Gracie5 hours agoJanuary 20, 2026

One week into the role, the new Australian Bushmen’s Campdraft & Rodeo Association Chief Executive Officer Chris Webb has his boots on the ground.

Posted inEntertainment, Feature, Rodeo and Campdraft, Tamworth, Tourism

National Finals Rodeo rides into the Tamworth Country Music Festival

blankby Bec Gracie18 hours agoJanuary 20, 2026

Tamworth is embracing everything country this week with the ABCRA National Finals Rodeo galloping into the city and hundreds of competitors travelling from across the country to compete.

Posted inBendemeer, Cricket

Hazlewood is battling to be fit for the T20 World Cup 

blankby AAP4 days agoJanuary 18, 2026

Pakistan is looking forward to three T20 internationals the team will play in Lahore against Australia in the build-up to the World Cup.

Posted inBundarra, Local festivals and shows, Rodeo and Campdraft

Rodeo back in the saddle at the 2026 Bundarra Show

blankby Penelope Shaw5 days agoJanuary 18, 2026

The Bundarra Show is set to return in 2026, running over three big days from Friday, January 30 to Sunday, February 1, promising a full program of competition, entertainment and country hospitality as locals and visitors come together to celebrate one of the region’s most cherished annual events.

Posted inEntertainment, Rodeo and Campdraft, Tamworth, What's on

Xtreme Bulls and Broncs bring a bucking good time to Tamworth

blankby Bec GracieJanuary 14, 2026January 16, 2026

It’s not solely about hot music in Tamworth at the moment, the city will again stake its claim as Australia’s Rodeo Capital when the Xtreme Bulls Tour Finals and Xtreme Broncs Invitational take over the Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre (AELEC) on Saturday, January 17.

Posted inGlen Innes Severn Shire, Good News, Sport

Kerry Mead Park to double its Rugby League capacity

blankby New England Times News DeskJanuary 13, 2026January 16, 2026

Glen Innes Severn Council is set to deliver a major boost for local rugby league, securing a $50,000 NSW Rugby League Infrastructure grant, matched by a previously allocated $50,000 Council contribution.

Posted inArmidale, Sport, Sport and fitness events

Multi-sport high performance camp at NEGS next month

blankby Lia EdwardsJanuary 13, 2026January 14, 2026

NEGS Armidale will host a one day High Performance Camp next month, bringing elite coaches and specialist presenters to Armidale to mentor young athletes from across the region.

Posted inArmidale, Rodeo and Campdraft, Tourism

Armidale Campdraft marks 50 years with milestone turnout

blankby Kate BrownJanuary 11, 2026January 12, 2026

The Armidale Campdraft Club is going all out to celebrate its 50th anniversary, hosting a three-day event expected to draw more than 250 competitors to the region.

Posted inInverell, Sport, What's on

Big swim meet puts Inverell’s new Aquatic Centre in the fast lane

blankby Kristin MurdockJanuary 10, 2026January 9, 2026

Inverell is set to make a splash on the New South Wales sporting calendar, with the New England region hosting one of the state’s most significant regional swimming events for the first time.

Posted inCricket, Health

How Hazlewood family is still playing role in Pink Test

blankby AAPJanuary 6, 2026January 9, 2026

Josh Hazlewood’s injuries prevented him playing in the Ashes series, but his sister remains part of the Pink Test through the McGrath Foundation.

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