$181 million upgrade to target crash-prone stretch of Newell Highway
If the Newell stops, the nation stops. A $181 million upgrade will target a crash-prone stretch of highway north of Moree, and the Mayor says it’s about far more than roads.
International violinist brings world-class performance to Moree community
Residents across the New England North West can experience internationally acclaimed violinist Jonathon Glonek performing in Moree this August.
Best Lawyer hat-trick for Law Conveyancing and Legal Services
The Inverell firm has now held the title since the awards began, with voters once again highlighting its professionalism, approachable team and unwavering commitment to clients.
Residents invited to have their say on Inverell battery project
Construction on the proposed Inverell Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) could begin as early as 2028, with the project now moving toward a major public consultation stage next week.
Local News
New England doctors urged to apply as rural generalist program opens
Doctors interested in a career in regional medicine are being encouraged to apply for the NSW Government’s Rural Generalist Single Employer Pathway.
Tamworth Hospital staff thanked with more than 1,000 burgers at annual appreciation lunch
More than 1,000 burgers were served to Tamworth Hospital staff during an annual appreciation lunch hosted by the Rapid Relief Team, recognising the contribution of local healthcare workers.
RFS volunteers honoured for decades of service across Liverpool Plains
More than 40 NSW Rural Fire Service volunteers, including Liverpool Plains members, will be recognised in Scone for more than 1,500 years’ combined service.
New real estate initiative to direct property sale proceeds to local community groups
A new community initiative will direct $1,000 from every eligible property sale through Harcourts Armidale to a local charity, school, sporting club or community organisation nominated by the client.
What's On
Best Accommodation in the New England?
Whether you’re planning a weekend away or hosting visitors, where’s the best place to stay? Which is the best Accommodation provider in the New England?
Events
Paul Longley @ BoobooksEnds: July 25, 2026
Agriculture & Environment DayEnds: July 25, 2026
NERAM Nights: Speakeasy & AuctionEnds: July 25, 2026
Faulty Towers – the Dining ExperienceEnds: July 25, 2026
Karaoke @ the ServiesEnds: July 25, 2026
Drag Bingo @ the Bolt InnEnds: July 25, 2026
Politics
NSW Premier, Energy Minister face NSW Farmers conference
Fuel, crime, renewables and land maps took centre stage as Premier Chris Minns and Energy Minister Penny Sharpe faced NSW Farmers delegates, pledging action while farmers pressed them on infrastructure and regional concerns across NSW.
Farmers press health and welfare case for firearm suppressors
Protecting hearing and better animal welfare concerns drive demand to keep firearms suppressors at the NSW Farmers annual conference on Tuesday.
Coalition cherry-picks corporate insolvency to spruik payroll tax policy
The NSW Coalition says insolvencies prove Labor is failing business. The same data shows collapses actually fell last year. So which figure tells the real story?
The causes of bad numbers: culture and politics
In this final part of our New England Times investigation by RK Crosby, we look at two known forces that corrupt the numbers: culture and politics.
Squadron stops work on Boorolong wind farm as neighbouring Origin project pushes on
Squadron has quietly walked away from its Boorolong wind farm near Armidale, while Origin’s project next door pushes on. The transmission line the Coalition says they won’t build is right in the middle of it.
Agriculture Minister backs AgTech push at NSW Farmers conference
A free AgTech training platform and drone rules featured on Day 1 of the NSW Farmers conference.
Rebecca Reardon new President of NSW Farmers
Moree farmer Rebecca Reardon has been elected unopposed as the new President of the NSW Farmers Association at the Annual General Conference.
Energy and Environment
Essential Energy advises of planned power outage for Bendemeer and surrounding areas
Essential Energy will carry out planned maintenance on Tuesday, 21 July, requiring a power outage affecting about 490 customers near Bendemeer.
Armidale community invited to help shape future water services
Armidale Regional Council is inviting residents to help shape future water, wastewater and stormwater services through community consultation now.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT >
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…
Is your IT structured? Or just functioning?
Many regional businesses only review their IT support when problems escalate. But more businesses are reassessing how their technology systems are managed, and the story of what happened to Acacia Medical tells…
BUSINESS
Digital investment connects communities
The communities of Emerald Hill and Mullaley are better connected following technology upgrades at their village halls.
INDIGENOUS
New initiative puts Aboriginal communities in the driver’s seat of licensing support
Transport for NSW is launching an Australian-first program training Aboriginal driving instructors to expand culturally safe licensing support statewide.
SPORT
TAS students shine on national and world stage
While most students spent the school holidays relaxing, these TAS students were busy winning national and international titles in rugby, hockey and rowing.
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Good News
80 student volunteers to descend on Uralla, Deepwater for The Big Lift
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.
Peter Allen honoured with Blue Plaque at Armidale Folk Museum
An Armidale boy who grew up to become one of Australia’s most celebrated entertainers has been honoured with a Blue Plaque at the newly renovated Armidale Folk Museum.
