The Big Chill Festival has once again proven that regional events are more than just a good time, they’re a powerful force for economic growth and long-term resilience in communities like the Armidale Region.
Armidale Regional Council
Albion Park pedestrian bridge reopened
The Albion Park Pedestrian Bridge has officially reopened to the public, following a major reconstruction project that honours the heritage and community significance of the original structure.
Armidale Folk Museum embraces innovation to share local history
Armidale Folk Museum has unveiled a suite of new digital assets that will be used to create and enhance interactive exhibits, transforming the way local history is preserved and shared with the community.
Armidale Regional Council supports flood recovery in Taree with hay donation
Armidale Regional Council is lending a helping hand to flood-affected communities in the Taree region by donating hay bales to support local farmers and their livestock.
Armidale and Uralla level crossings to receive safety upgrades
Armidale and Uralla will receive more than $211,000 to fund critical minor engineering works and essential safety upgrades at level crossings
Clearing the air in Armidale
Armidale will play a leading role in Asthma Australia’s push for nation-wide incentive scheme to replace wood heaters in homes with air conditioners.
Local groups awarded community grant funding
Twenty local groups have received funding in the latest round of Armidale Regional Council’s Community Grants Program.
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.
New project offers $3000 to ditch the wood fire heating in Armidale
Asthma Australia has launched a new initiative aimed at reducing harmful air pollution in Armidale by encouraging residents to replace their woodfire heaters.
Bridging the past and future: work begins on new bridge
Work is due to begin on the replacement of Armidale’s historic Albion Park Suspension Bridge. The bridge has been closed since 2023 due to flood and white ant damage.