Tamworth benefits from funding boost to youth-led projects across NSW
Challenge Community Services and the Youthie are two local organisations who’ll be benefiting from the latest rounds of funding from the NSW Government’s Youth Opportunities Program
Round four footy wraps up for NERU
Round 4 wrapped up for New England Rugby Union this weekend, with plenty of football on display. Check out the results here.
Keep warm and be entertained at Hats Off!
Tamworth’s popular mid-year ‘Hats Off To Country’ music festival will return this winter from July 11-13 with a number of Australia’s best country artists set to perform.
Local News
New England’s biggest ever koala habitat restoration project to break ground
Come and join Uralla farmers, James Smith and Ange Morse, as they set to embark on New England’s biggest ever koala habitat restoration project.
Gunnedah residents invited to first ever Welcome Markets
Gunnedah Shire Council and Two Rivers Arts Council will team up on Saturday to host the first ever Welcome Markets in Wolseley Park.
Local high school music teacher triumphs at National Band Championships
Local high school music teacher Bruce Myers has returned home victorious from the 2025 Australian National Band Championships.
$92k grant to give sick kids a breath of fresh air across the New England
A new clinically-equipped outdoor courtyard at the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit of the John Hunter Hospital will benefit children and their families across the New England.
Tamworth’s CH Boutique Hotel wins prestigious International ‘Best of Choice’ award
The Golden Guitar isn’t the only thing glittering in Tamworth these days, with the CH Boutique Hotel & Apartments brining home an International Best of Choice Award.
What's On
Bag a bargain at the Armidale Rotary Book Fair
Armidale Rotary’s Book Fair is back in 2025 with a treasure trove of books and more to entice all book lovers to make the journey.
Events
UNEARTHED – Stories from Tamworth’s CemeteriesEnds: May 14, 2025
UNE Social Running GroupEnds: May 15, 2025
Moree Botanic Gardens Bush Tucker TourEnds: May 16, 2025
Whittakers Lagoon Bush Tucker TourEnds: May 16, 2025- Whittakers Lagoon Bush Tucker TourEnds: May 17, 2025
Politics
New England Senator promoted to front bench
Local boy and Labor’s duty Senator for the New England, Tim Ayres, will be promoted to the front bench in the new Albanese Government.
Guyra community showcased as global delegates visit Bald Blair Angus
Guyra’s rich agricultural heritage will be in the spotlight on Monday as over 250 national and international delegates from the 2025 World Angus Forum visit the historic Bald Blair Angus property.
NSW Government moves to legalise virtual fencing for cattle
In a move that will bring NSW legislation in line with Tasmania, Queensland and Western Australia, the NSW Government has announced that they will legalise virtual fencing for cattle in the state.
BUSINESS
Fresh Ideas, Regional Voices – Inside Pitch2Grow 2025
Pitch2Grow 2025 gave the stage to six local founders with six very different ideas, all rooted in a shared drive to create something better for their communities.
SPORT
‘High Weekend’ brings hundreds to TAS for 19 fixtures
A long-standing multi-sport competition will ignite The Armidale School’s grounds this Friday and Saturday, when it hosts the Sydney Boys’ High School for 19 fixtures.
LOCAL BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
New look, same trusted expertise: New England Hydraulics and Diesel
They’ve built a reputation for delivering high quality service and creative solutions, and now have new look as they commit to a strong future delivering for New England.
Selling your home in a regional Australian market: Essential tips for success
Award-winning real estate agent, Kyle Garrahy, gave us some invaluable tips to help you sell your home effectively in our regional area.
Good News
New superfast EV chargers coming to Armidale
Armidale is set to welcome two new Superfast Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers to the CBD funded by the renewable energy transition.
Mastering the art of conservation: NERAM celebrates a decade of Adopt an Artwork
NERAM has celebrated 10 years of bringing art lovers, philanthropists, and the community together to protect and preserve its esteemed collection new exhibit.
