A call for peace and light echoed across continents this Christmas as religious leaders urged unity, compassion and an end to violence during a season marked by both celebration and grief.
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Posted inLocal News, Recreation, Tourism
Santa can’t save small business, but consumers can
Consumers in New England North West are being urged to support local small businesses this festive season, with fresh data revealing that many enterprises are facing mounting financial pressure.
Posted inLifestyle, Tamworth, What's on
Tamworth Community invited to festive Pool Party at Scully Park
Families across Tamworth are invited to dive into the Christmas spirit at a free community pool party hosted by Centacare New England North West on Friday, 12 December 2025.
Posted inBusiness, Inverell, What's on
Inverell gears up for two big nights of late night shopping
Inverell shoppers are invited to “shop ‘til you drop” with the exciting return of Late Night Shopping on the two Thursdays leading up to Christmas.
Posted inGlen Innes, Good News, What's on
Christmas in the Highlands – Illuminations to light up Glen Innes
Christmas in the Highlands – Illuminations will take place in Glen Innes this Saturday, 29 November, transforming the town centre into a light-filled precinct for all ages.
Posted inArmidale, Good News, Markets and Fairs, Parenting and kids
Rotary Club of Armidale Central to host special Children’s Christmas Book Sale
The Rotary Club of Armidale Central is setting the scene for a festive season of reading, learning, and bargain-hunting, announcing a special pre-Christmas Children’s Christmas Book Sale to be held on Saturday 13 December.
Posted inArmidale, Good News, What's on
Christmas in the Mall brings magic to Armidale
Armidale locals and visitors alike are invited to join in a magical evening filled with festive cheer as Armidale’s Christmas in the Mall takes place again this year.
Posted inGood News, Tamworth, What's on
Stars set to bring sparkle to Baiada Carols in the Park
An all-star lineup is set to sparkle brighter than ever at this year’s Baiada Carols in the Park,
Tamworth Region’s biggest free Christmas celebration.
Posted inMarkets and Fairs, Uralla, What's on
Uralla Christmas Street Fair returns for a bumper year
The Uralla Christmas Street Fair is an entirely free event filled with festive experiences for all ages, created by the people of Uralla Shire, as a showcase of Uralla’s generosity, kindness and community spirit.
Posted inGood News, Gunnedah, What's on
Sparkle, share and celebrate Christmas spirit in Gunnedah and Guyra
The Christmas season is set to sparkle with festive celebrations kicking off across the New England – including the annual Christmas Lights competition in Gunnedah, and the Christmas Carnival in Guyra.