From Guyra to Nundle, nominations are open for 2027 Australia Day honours. Know a quiet achiever? Now’s the time to say thanks.
Armidale Regional Council
Posted inFeature, Local News, Local politics
One down, 10 to go: Webb re-elected Mayor in Tamworth
Eleven New England councils choose their mayor within a month. Tamworth’s result is in — the 5-4 split that’s ruled council for two years just held again. A challenge is confirmed for Gunnedah. Who’s next?
Posted inArmidale, Sustainable Living, What's on
Sustainable stylist Nina Gbor to host clothes swap workshop in Armidale
Armidale locals will get the chance to learn from one of Australia’s leading sustainable fashion voices next month, as eco-stylist Nina Gbor brings a styling workshop and clothes swap to the New England region.
Posted inFeature, Guyra, Water
Guyra water treatment upgrades bolster blue-green algae preparations
Guyra’s drinking water supply is better prepared for blue-green algae season following major upgrades to the town’s water treatment plant.
Posted inArmidale, Feature, Grants and funding
Armidale community projects cash in
Community groups across the Armidale region will share $62,500 in council grants to support local projects and programs.
Posted inArmidale, Feature, Grants and funding, Training and courses
Free workshop to boost grant writing skills
Got a great community project but no idea how to fund it? Armidale Regional Council’s free grant writing workshop on 8 October wants to change that.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Water
Digital meters catch $364,000 in water leaks across Armidale, Guyra
Digital water meters have already caught $364,000 worth of leaks across Armidale and Guyra. With Level 2 restrictions in place and warmer weather on the way, Council says the savings are only going to grow.
Posted inArmidale, Parenting and kids
Armidale partners with community groups to support local youth
Armidale Regional Council is partnering with local organisations to deliver youth-focused events and activities across the region.
Posted inArmidale, Water
Armidale takes major step forward on long-term water security
Armidale’s water security fight moves from council chambers to the planning system. A scoping report is in, SEARS have been requested, the clock is ticking on the REZ standoff, and construction could start in 2028.
Posted inArmidale, Local festivals and shows
Creativity comes alive across Armidale this October
Armidale’s CBD shuts down to traffic and opens up to art, music and karaoke as the Creative Streets Festival returns for three weeks of events this October.