Hats Off To Country brings new music, big laughs and plenty of heart this weekend
Hats Off To Country is taking over Tamworth this weekend, and while it may be smaller and cooler than its January cousin, there’s no shortage of star power, singalongs or standout new music.
Independent review delivers roadmap for Wee Waa health services
A long-awaited independent review into the Wee Waa Health Service has delivered 20 recommendations aimed at ensuring the local community has access to safe and high-quality care.
Updated animal welfare reporting requirements welcomed by local producers
New England Producer Sam White considers a steadfast focus on high animal welfare ‘integral’ to running a modern farming business.
Local News
Major roadworks on Waterfall Way and New England Highway next week
Motorists are advised to expect changed traffic conditions on two key local roads from next week, with essential maintenance scheduled on Waterfall Way at Deer Vale and culvert repairs on the New England Highway at Ardglen.
Tenterfield’s special BnB wins the New England’s Best Accommodation again
In a celebration of charm, care, and countryside beauty, The Bungalow & Ivy Leaf Chapel in Tenterfield has been crowned Best Accommodation in the Best in the New England for the second year in a row.
Tamworth council opens 2025 apprentice and trainee intake
Tamworth Regional Council is looking to recruit the next generation of local workers, with applications now open for its 2025 apprenticeship and traineeship intake.
Funding shortfall sees regional galleries eyeing cuts
NERAM may face big cuts after losing $80,000 a year in annual funding from the NSW Government.
New restaurant woos New England taste buds
They have not yet been open a year, but Uralla’s The Bolt Inn has secured one of the most emphatic wins yet in Best in the New England
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Events
Enter Wasted exhibition — junk re-imaginedEnds: July 12, 2025
Armidale Farmers MarketEnds: July 13, 2025
Armidale Dumaresq Creek regenerationEnds: July 13, 2025
Winter in WalchaEnds: July 13, 2025
Youth and Community DayEnds: July 18, 2025
Politics
Trump tariffs have little impact as Australian red meat exports smash records
Australia’s red meat sector has shrugged off US tariffs to deliver record-breaking export volumes across beef, mutton, and lamb
Time to count the herd
NSW landholders are being asked to report their livestock numbers and land use information as part of Local Land Services’ annual farm census.
Cream of the crop learn leadership in Canberra
Twelve women have travelled from across Australia to attend a leadership retreat in Canberra, as part of the Diversity in Agriculture Leadership Program.
BUSINESS
Grass Roots to Greatness: L M Whetton Lawn Solutions wins Best Gardener
Glowing reviews from clients were central to the business’s win in the Best in the New England competition, with locals raving about the friendly service, skill, and willingness to go the extra mile.
SPORT
Tenterfield social enterprise makes tracks
A bold vision to turn Tenterfield into a world-class mountain biking destination is becoming a reality, thanks to the passion of a small grassroots group, a lot of grit, and a crucial funding boost.
On engage now
- Are ‘ghost stores’ haunting your social media feed? How to spot and avoid them
Is that a real store or a scam? Gary Mortimer from QUT has some tips on how to spot a fake online store. The post Are ‘ghost stores’ haunting your social media feed? How to spot and avoid them appeared first on New England Times Engage.
LOCAL BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
Real Support for Real Homeowners: A Regional Bank Making a Difference Where It Counts
Regional Australia Bank is a member-owned institution deeply embedded in regional NSW, reinvesting in local communities and supporting long-term prosperity across the New England region and beyond.
The Grove Yamba: Coastal Living Elevated to a New Standard
Discover The Grove Yamba, a boutique collection of 14 luxury villas that blend timeless design with coastal serenity. Just a short stroll from town, it’s a rare chance to own in this…
Good News
Another Tamworth institution refreshes its look, ready for the future
Premium Aged & Community Services (PACS) is unveiling a refreshed brand as it marks an extraordinary milestone—2.1 million hours of care delivered to older Australians and veterans.
Armidale student to travel to Korea and Singapore for Premier’s scholarship
An Armidale Secondary College student will head to the past to participate in an international history tour to learn more about Australia’s wartime history after being awarded a NSW Government scholarship.
