• LATEST NEWS
  • LOCAL NEWS
  • DIRECTORY
  • ENGAGE
  • EVENTS
    • ADD AN EVENT
  • ABOUT
    • ADVERTISE
    • SUPPORT
    • CONTACT
  • #18142 (no title)
  • Facebook Page
  • Twitter
Skip to content
New England Times
WEDNESDAY, 15 OCTOBER 2025
  • LATEST NEWS
  • LOCAL NEWS
  • DIRECTORY
  • ENGAGE
  • EVENTS
    • ADD AN EVENT
  • ABOUT
    • ADVERTISE
    • SUPPORT
    • CONTACT
  • #18142 (no title)

Covid 19

Posted inGeneral News

NSW ends PCR tests as COVID-19 cases surge again and antivirals are still restricted

blankby RK CrosbyApril 23, 2023

NSW will transition to a pathology referral model for COVID-19 PCR testing, meaning only your doctor will be able to request a PCR test, as COVID-19 cases across the state increase.

Posted inHealth, News

COVID-19 Omicron wave nearly done as local cases drop below 1000

blankby RK CrosbyFebruary 11, 2023

Recorded cases of COVID-19 have dropped and are stabilising at low levels across the state according to the latest report from NSW Health, with local cases dropping below 1000 for […]

Posted inHealth, NSW Politics

Free RATs for vulnerable communities continued

blankby New England Times News DeskJanuary 25, 2023

The NSW Government has extended a program to make rapid antigen tests (RATs) for COVID-19 free for those with a concession card until April 30.

Posted inFederal Politics, Health, News

Covid testing for Chinese travellers introduced after hesitation

blankby Lia EdwardsJanuary 2, 2023

After initial hesitation, the Australian Government will introduce pre-departure testing for COVID-19 for people travelling to Australia from China.

Posted inFederal Politics, Health, News

Covid 19 spike expected while government mulls reintroducing restrictions

blankby Lia EdwardsDecember 30, 2022

The Australian Government is making no change to travel restrictions yet, as a post holiday spike in Covid-19 cases is widely expected across the country.

JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST

Sign up to get daily news updates so you don't miss a thing.

Adding you to our mailing list - won't be long

Thanks! You have been added to our mailing list.

Have your say

Most read stories

  • Body found in Markham St home triggering investigation
    Body found in Markham St home triggering investigation
  • Rural mums forced to travel 500km for miscarriage care
    Rural mums forced to travel 500km for miscarriage care
  • Celebrate spring in style at Ben’s Falls Retreat
    Celebrate spring in style at Ben’s Falls Retreat
  • Armidale man charged with child abuse, bestiality offences
    Armidale man charged with child abuse, bestiality offences
  • Westpac reopens its doors in Moree with new regional service centre
    Westpac reopens its doors in Moree with new regional service centre
  • SBM25: Homegrown Harmony
    SBM25: Homegrown Harmony
  • Still time to get involved in moving fundraiser for children’s cancer research
    Still time to get involved in moving fundraiser for children’s cancer research
  • Fatal crash in Armidale
    Fatal crash in Armidale
New England Times

An independent news site based in New England, NSW, Australia

NEWS

  • Armidale Regional
  • Glen Innes Severn Shire
  • Gunnedah Shire
  • Gwydir Shire
  • Inverell Shire
  • Liverpool Plains Shire
  • Moree Plains Shire
  • Narrabri Shire
  • Tamworth Regional
  • Tenterfield Shire
  • Uralla Shire
  • Walcha

ABOUT

  • About Us
  • Our Team
  • Join our email lists
  • Support our Work
  • Careers
  • Send us a news tip
  • Advertise With Us
  • Websites by New England Times
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us

QUICKLINKS

  • Directory
  • Events
  • Engage
  • Good News
 
© Copyright 2025 New England Times
New England Times is bound by the Standards of Practice of the Australian Press Council. If you believe the Standards may have been breached, you may approach New England Times or make a complaint to the Australian Press Council in writing at www.presscouncil.org.au. The Council may also be contacted on 1800 025 712