Push to get Healthy Harold new wheels
Healthy Harold is on a mission to spread healthy habits, and it’s about time Harold had a new set of wheels to keep the journey rolling.
Local golfers to rally for mental health at Lifeline Tamworth Golf Day 2025
On Friday, 28 November 2025, local businesses, golfers and community members will tee off for a cause close to home, the Lifeline Tamworth Golf Day, held at the scenic Longyard Golf Course.
SBM25: Designing Better Futures
Today for Small Business Month we have a designer turning ideas into meaningful design, a family business redefining slow fashion with purpose, and a regional lender helping people create the life they’ve been working toward.
‘No throwing plates around the kitchen’ – Barnaby Joyce plans peaceful political exit
Member for New England Barnaby Joyce says his decision to step away from politics in the New England at the next federal election was about finishing on his own terms.
Local News
Revving up for fun: Cars, trucks and bikes take centre stage in Glen Innes
This November, the township of Glen Innes will come alive with the sights and sounds of gleaming vehicles, from vintage hot rods to powerful bikes, as the community gears up for the “Triple Challenge Show & Shine”.
SBM25: Heart in Every Detail
Today for Small Business Month we have a creative marketing expert helping small businesses grow with confidence, a beauty and wellness professional dedicated to helping clients relax and recharge, and a beloved local toy store keeping the joy of discovery alive for another generation.
Council seeks over a million dollars to persist with controversial rail trail
Armidale Regional Council will this week vote on whether to spend more than a million dollars of ratepayer funds to keep the New England Rail Trail alive, despite repeated funding rejections and ongoing community division over the project.
Narrabri young leader shines in national competition
Caitlin Evans of Narrabri will join five other winners from other Australian states and territories at Country to Canberra’s Power Trip
UK, NZ and Ireland trained doctors fast tracked for local appointments
GPs trained in the United Kingdom, Ireland, or New Zealand can now apply directly for specialist registration without the need for fellowship from an Australian college.
What's On
SBM25: Designing Better Futures
Today for Small Business Month we have a designer turning ideas into meaningful design, a family business redefining slow fashion with purpose, and a regional lender helping people create the life they’ve been working toward.
Events
New England Times Small Business MixerEnds: October 23, 2025
Nemingha Community Garden Open DayEnds: October 25, 2025
Armidale Youth Futures Monster Spring SaleEnds: October 25, 2025
Annual Fete, Floral Display and Quilting Exhibit-Anglican Church, Glen InnesEnds: October 25, 2025
Markets in the mallEnds: October 26, 2025
Politics
‘We want him to stay’: Joyce urged to stick with Nats
The Nationals leader said Mr Joyce had not tendered his resignation from the party.
Cool climate permaculture workshops in Guyra invite hands-on learning
Gardeners, foragers and curious learners alike are being invited to roll up their sleeves this November for Cool Climate Permaculture 2025, a series of hands-on workshops at the Guyra Neighbourhood Centre Community Garden.
Farmers push for legislated right to repair
National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) joined global Right to Repair leaders, policymakers, industry representatives and academics at the 2025 Australian Repair Summit to map the future of Right to Repair.
Energy and Environment
Tackling feral animals: workshop offers solutions for landholders
Local landholders and residents will have the chance to gain hands-on advice on managing feral animals at a special workshop in Loomerah on Saturday, 1 November.
Age supervision key element for safe summer season
New supervision requirements will kick in for children under 15 at the start of the summer season at the Gunnedah Memorial Pool Complex.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
Your Tutor Armidale: Restoring confidence and inspiring a love of learning
Determined to bridge the gap between city and regional education, Your Tutor Armidale is dedicated to helping students of all ages rediscover their confidence and love of learning.
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.
BUSINESS
SBM25: The Art of Care
Today for Small Business Month we have a family-run toy shop where imagination and craftsmanship come to life, a Bowen therapist helping people move freely and feel their best, and a computer specialist dedicated to keeping your tech – and your day – running smoothly.
INDIGENOUS
Not a fad: billions spent with Indigenous businesses
Indigenous businesses are continuing to grow as their goods and services are in high demand from government, corporate, and non-profit organisations.
SPORT
Full throttle fun at Walcha Motorcycle Rally
The Walcha Motorcycle Rally is set to roar back into town this November, bringing together riders, spectators, and the local community for a revved up weekend.
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- Barnaby’s Revenge
Politics overall has not been kind to Barnaby Joyce but he has made his bed and now must lie in it. But he will not lie down…and neither does it appear that he will defect to Pauline Hanson’s One Nation Party. Rather it appears, he will languish where he is; guaranteed of a secure financial The post Barnaby’s Revenge appeared first on New England Times Engage.
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Good News
The Greatest Beef campaign is back – bigger, bolder, and beefier than ever
Australia’s most iconic beef campaign, The Greatest, is making its triumphant return from 13 October 2025, following a record-breaking year that reminded the nation why Aussie Beef reigns supreme.
Convoy of motorbikes bring awareness of prostate cancer to Tamworth today
Riders participating in The Long Ride, an epic motorcycle journey across Australia raising awareness and funds for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA), will be roaring into Tamworth tonight.
