The final hearing of the NSW Parliamentary Inquiry into the impacts of renewable energy developments in regional areas was held in Armidale yesterday with many of the usual suspects airing familiar frustrations
Sam Coupland
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Grants and funding
Funding shortfall sees regional galleries eyeing cuts
NERAM may face big cuts after losing $80,000 a year in annual funding from the NSW Government.
Posted inArmidale
Armidale’s first year of the full SRV increase enables significant improvement in asset renewal
The 2025-26 financial year will be the first year Armidale Regional Council levies the full Special rate Variation increase.
Posted inArmidale, Guyra
Winter school holiday program offers fun and learning across the region
Children across the Armidale region are set for a winter break filled with creativity, curiosity, and community.
Posted inArmidale, Tourism
Big Chill, Big Impact: How festivals enhance regional economies
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.
Posted inArmidale, Roads and Infrastructure
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.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
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.
Posted inArmidale, Flood
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.
Posted inArmidale, Local festivals and shows
Big Chill Festival returns with its biggest ever line-up
Get ready for a full-throttle weekend of live music, fire pits, frosty dips and legendary vibes as Big Chill Festival transforms Armidale this weekend.
Posted inArmidale, Community development, Grants and funding
Local groups awarded community grant funding
Twenty local groups have received funding in the latest round of Armidale Regional Council’s Community Grants Program.