Armidale students win big at the Young Scientist Awards
Students from across New South Wales showing a passion and flair for science were awarded last night’s Young Scientist of the Year Awards.
Spotlight on regional music at Tamworth Symposium
The Symposium, Resonance: Exploring the Sound and Significance of Regional Music, will bring together experts from diverse musical backgrounds to examine how music shapes social, cultural, educational and economic life in regional Australia.
Tooheys signs on as official beer partner for Tamworth Country Music Festival
Tooheys will take centre stage at the 2025 Toyota Tamworth Country Music Festival, with the iconic New South Wales brewer announced as the event’s new official beer partner.
Planned disruption to Telstra Mobile Network at Dundee
Mobile services in the Dundee area will be temporarily affected on Dec.5 as Telstra upgrades its mobile base station to bring a better 4G and new 5G.
Local News
Free sexual health training for youth workers in Armidale
Youth workers and professionals who support young people in the New England region are invited to register for The Nitty Gritty, a free one-day training course in reproductive and sexual health.
Communities invited to celebrate IDPwD 2025
Communities across the New England region are gearing up to celebrate the International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) this Wednesday, with a fantastic line-up of events
New organisation to set Armidale business on fire
The Armidale Regional Chamber of Commerce is making a comeback to set the Armidale and Guyra business communities on fire.
Tamworth: Time to decide to fly safely
Pilot decision-making takes centre stage at a free CASA safety seminar in Tamworth aimed at helping flyers make smarter, safer calls in the cockpit.
No animosity: Littleproud leaves the door open for Joyce to return to Nationals
National Party Leader David Littleproud Nationals leader David Littleproud says he holds “no animosity” towards Barnaby Joyce and is leaving the door open for the New England MP to return to the party.
What's On
Events
Carols in the Cathedral and Service of Nine LessonsEnds: December 3, 2025
Armidale Farmers MarketEnds: December 14, 2025
Armidale Dumaresq Creek RegenerationEnds: December 14, 2025
Hardanger Embroidery Beginners Workshop with Yvette StantonEnds: February 22, 2026
Frisian Whitework Embroidery Workshop with Yvette StantonEnds: March 22, 2026
Politics
Not surprised: muted reaction to Barnaby quitting the Nationals
Political operatives around the region are not surprised, and are not changing any of their campaign plans, in response to the news that the Member for New England Barnaby Joyce is now an Independent.
“With a heavy heart” Joyce resigns from National Party
Barnaby Joyce is jumping ship from the Nationals but hasn’t confirmed whether he will join right-wing minor party One Nation after rampant speculation over his future.
New England farmers urged to prepare for another risky summer as storm claims surge
Farmers in New England are being urged to brace for another damaging summer, as new data from Elders Insurance reveals a sharp rise in storm-related claims and mounting repair costs across the region.
World’s best climate-smart farmers under threat from science cuts
Australian farmers have been confirmed as the world’s leading climate-smart producers in the same week the Government moves to cut the CSIRO scientists that help them do it.
Energy and Environment
Walhallow secures $4.4 million upgrade to overhaul water services
Walhallow is transforming its water services thanks to a $4.4 million joint investment from the Federal and State Governments that will boost water reliability and create a more sustainable future for the northwest village.
New handbook helps regional communities shape their energy future
As regional communities again find themselves at the centre of debates over Australia’s net-zero future, a new handbook launched that will help them play a more active role in shaping how renewable energy projects are developed in their region.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
Tow World Tamworth puts people, service and adventure first
Tamworth’s much-loved Tow World is shifting up a gear under the leadership of new owners, Gayle and Troy Black, who have brought fresh energy, local passion, and a strong customer focus to…
Law Conveyancing Welcomes New Solicitor and Expands for the Future
There’s an exciting new chapter underway for Law Conveyancing and Legal Services, as the Inverell-based firm expands its team, grows its premises, and welcomes solicitor Gabrielle Robinson to the practice.
BUSINESS
NSW Treasurer and industry experts headline New England North West Economic Luncheon in Tamworth
Business leaders, decision-makers, and industry professionals across the New England North West are encouraged to secure their seat now for the region’s economic luncheon in Tamworth.
INDIGENOUS
Cultural Grants open to celebrate Aboriginal cultures and connection
Aboriginal community organisations and groups across NSW are invited to apply for grants to support events and activities that celebrate and strengthen Aboriginal cultures.
SPORT
Call for Parliamentary Inquiry into GRNSW
Barwon MP Roy Butler is calling for a parliamentary inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW after a report recommended shutting down 15 country tracks, including Tamworth and Moree.
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Good News
Regional voices take centre stage at Armidale’s Disability Summit and Awards
Armidale will place inclusion, accessibility, and community leadership firmly in the spotlight this December as The Ascent Group prepares to host two major back-to-back events: the Armidale Disability Summit during the day, followed by the Inclusion in Action Disability Awards that evening.
Inverell opens Reflection Garden in Victoria Park
Inverell Shire Council has officially opened a new Reflection Garden in Victoria Park, intended as a place of remembrance for babies and children loss.
