Across New England, Australia Day 2026 was a day of pride, celebration, and community spirit as councils welcomed new Australian citizens and recognised outstanding locals.
Colleen Fuller
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Hinton Drive holds onto Santa Street title
Hinton Drive in Gunnedah has once again claimed the coveted title of Santa Street in the Gunnedah Shire Christmas Lights Competition.
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Shire invited to celebrate ‘significant moment’ in Sister City history
Two delegates from Gunnedah Shire Council’ joined our Sister City of Kolomotu’a, Tonga to celebrate 150 years of the nation’s constitution.
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Australia officially home for five new citizens
Gunnedah Shire has welcomed five new Australian citizens to the community. Read more here.
Posted inEducation, Gunnedah
‘We all have a part to play’: 16 Days of Activism to end violence
Ending Digital Violence Against All Women and Girls is the focus of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence 2025.
Posted inEntertainment, Gunnedah, Parenting and kids
Gunnedah Shire’s Community Christmas Tree Lighting a jolly affair
Gunnedah residents are warmly invited to attend the lighting of the Community Christmas Tree on Friday, 28 November, in Brock’s Court.
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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.
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New Englanders asked to share the Christmas spirit with the Salvos
It’s not yet November, but the Christmas appeals have begun with the Salvos readying for a big demand as the tough economic conditions make this time of year a bit harder for many of our neighbours.
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Community and sports small grants program offers financial boost
Gunnedah Shire Council has launched its Community and Sports Small Grants Program, and eligible groups are invited to apply.
Posted inAgriculture, Emergency management, Gunnedah Shire, Liverpool Plains Shire, Weather
Gunnedah and Liverpool Plains continue work on being drought ready
It might be a bit wet of late, but the next drought is never far away, and Gunnedah and Liverpool Plains Shire Councils are moving ahead with the second stage of their joint drought preparedness project.