Alpaca joins mental health advocate on fundraising road trip
As part of a grassroots effort to raise funds and awareness, Robert, a mental health advocate, has embarked on a regional fundraising journey with his alpaca companion, Hephner.
Applications open for Australian Celtic Festival
The countdown begins for the 2026 Australian Celtic Festival and Glen Innes Severn Council is calling for traders, performers, and clans/ societies wanting to be part of the celebrations.
Uralla Rivercare Group charts fresh course for the future
The Uralla Rivercare Group is entering an exciting new chapter as long-standing members unite with new faces, creating a blend of local knowledge, fresh energy, and new ideas.
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Local News
Local oral surgery clinics partner with leading dental group to improve access to expert care
Patients across the Northern Tablelands now have greater access to expert oral surgery, with New England Oral Surgery joining the Smile On Clinics network
From night shifts to state spotlight: Tamworth carer a finalist for top award
Tamworth local Jenny Hutson has been nominated for Employee of the year by the Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution
Late-night rescue and loop through the McDonald’s Drive-Thru saves injured koala near Inverell
A late-night drive towards Inverell has turned into a remarkable wildlife rescue, after a quick-thinking motorist spotted an injured koala on the roadside and worked through the night to keep her safe.
Quad of creativity: NERAM opens four new exhibitions
The New England Regional Art Museum is set to come alive this Friday, 15 August, with the launch of four vibrant new exhibitions showcasing a wide spectrum of artistic talent and vision.
Powerful tribute at Werris Creek honouring rail workers
The 20th National Rail Safety Week is being marked with a solemn ceremony at the Australian Railway Monument in Werris Creek in northern NSW today.
What's On
Communities recover from the Winter Wonderland that became a Winter Nightmare
The clean up continues after the unprecedented snow event on August 2nd with the true cost uncertain, communities have rallied together to help out.
Read moreEvents
Sapphire City MarketsEnds: August 17, 2025
Vernon Marshall: A Pioneer for LGBTQ+ Support in Regional AustraliaEnds: August 20, 2025
Dungowan Day OutEnds: August 24, 2025
FREE Your Life Matters Rural & Regional WorkshopsEnds: August 27, 2025
Girls’ Night In 2025Ends: August 29, 2025
Politics
ARC responsible for Armidale’s exclusion from disaster declaration
Armidale Regional Council area was not included in Friday’s disaster declaration announcement because they had not submitted the required application form.
New opportunity for mixed farmers to adopt research innovations through Producer Demonstration Sites
Meat & Livestock Australia and the Grains Research and Development Corporation are again joining forces to support mixed farming businesses across Australia through a new round of Producer Demonstration Site projects.
Latest UNE TamTalk to focus on succession planning for farms
UNE Tamworth is proud to present a TamTalks event, with a special focus on Farm Succession, featuring two experts in this field who are local to the region.
Energy and Environment
Sheep Sustainability Framework launches next Strategic Plan
The Sheep Sustainability Framework (SSF) has unveiled its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, outlining a roadmap to strengthen the Australian sheep industry’s leadership in sustainability, transparency, and industry accountability.
Joyce puts forward his Net Zero bill that will never be voted on
Barnaby Joyce has used one of the first sitting days of the new parliament to introduce laws to repeal Australia’s plan to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
North Hill Veterinary Clinic opens doors to state-of-the-art Bundarra Road facility
North Hill Veterinary Clinic have opened the doors to their brand-new, purpose-built facility on Bundarra Road, bring the best and latest in vet care to Armidale.
Real Support for Real Homeowners: $2000 cash back
In a time where rising costs and uncertainty define the housing conversation, Regional Australia Bank is backing the people who call regional NSW home, not with slogans, but with something tangible.
BUSINESS
nbn local information sessions coming to Gunnedah
nbn Local are hosting a series of information sessions in Gunnedah throughout August. Soon, over 2,100 homes and businesses will be eligible to upgrade to full fibre via nbn Fibre to the Premises (FTTP).
INDIGENOUS
Tess’s grand design gets Aboriginal Ranger tick of approval
Gomeroi artist Tess Reading’s designs shone at the Aboriginal Ranger Gathering, with her hoodie now worn by Rangers nationwide and her artwork featured in Tamworth Regional Council’s new branding.
SPORT
Armidale cricket star wins inaugural scholarship
Rising star Brooke Moran has been awarded the inaugural Waratahs Ian Campbell Scholarship
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Good News
Time running out to RSVP for inclusive dance party
To be part of next week’s All-Inclusive Dance Party in Tamworth you need to RSVP ASAP.
Snowfall blankets New England in a one-day winter wonderland
It’s a magical morning across the New England region, with snow transforming towns into a picturesque winter wonderland
