Tamworth to host inaugural Australian Pro Tour tennis event
Tamworth is set to serve up top-class tennis this September, with the city to host its first-ever Australian Pro Tour event – the Capital of Country International.
Councils dealing with new flood damage still waiting on approval for previous flood repairs
As locals recover from another major flood this month, Gunnedah and Narrabri Shire Councils are among councils still waiting for approval to undertake road repairs from floods that occurred more than three years ago.
TAS runner wins age group in Sydney City2Surf
The Armidale School’s team of 220 certainly made their presence known in this year’s City to Surf, whether it be Mack Oxley winning his age category, a group of students pushing Wallaby Richard Tombs in his wheelchair, or the sheer grit and determination of the 14km challenge in often trying conditions.
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Local News
Dozens of community projects to benefit from federal grant
Thirteen community groups in the Parkes Electorate will share $120,000 in Stronger Communities Programme grants for projects ranging from Indigenous rugby uniforms to improved facilities and accessibility.
Armidale cricket star wins inaugural scholarship
Rising star Brooke Moran has been awarded the inaugural Waratahs Ian Campbell Scholarship
Shire survey to highlight impact of flooding on business community
Gunnedah Shire Council is asking local businesses to complete a short survey on the August flood’s impact, aiming to gather data to support future funding, government aid, and recovery efforts.
Your Life Matters workshops to be held in Tenterfield, Inverell and Armidale
A free one-day workshop will be held in Tenterfield later this month to help local people who may be facing difficulties living in ‘the bush.’
TAFE NSW trades teachers wear bold shirts to support mental health
TAFE NSW Armidale and Tamworth teachers are backing the future of the New England region’s construction workforce by wearing a custom-designed shirt as part of a new state-wide initiative to raise awareness of mental health and provide vital support to trades students.
What's On
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Events
Sapphire City MarketsEnds: August 17, 2025
Vernon Marshall: A Pioneer for LGBTQ+ Support in Regional AustraliaEnds: August 20, 2025
Dungowan Day OutEnds: August 24, 2025
FREE Your Life Matters Rural & Regional WorkshopsEnds: August 27, 2025
Girls’ Night In 2025Ends: August 29, 2025
Politics
TRC shows off promised SRV roads investment
Tamworth Regional Council says it has delivered on its commitment to spend two-thirds of the rates increase on roads, with $4 million already injected into the 2024–25 roads budget.
Latest UNE TamTalk to focus on succession planning for farms
UNE Tamworth is proud to present a TamTalks event, with a special focus on Farm Succession, featuring two experts in this field who are local to the region.
Quad bike deaths are dropping, but experts say more action required
There has been a small reduction in quad bike deaths at work in Australia since new safety standards were introduced five years ago, but public health experts say more needs to be done to keep Australians safe at work and on farms.
Energy and Environment
Sheep Sustainability Framework launches next Strategic Plan
The Sheep Sustainability Framework (SSF) has unveiled its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, outlining a roadmap to strengthen the Australian sheep industry’s leadership in sustainability, transparency, and industry accountability.
Joyce puts forward his Net Zero bill that will never be voted on
Barnaby Joyce has used one of the first sitting days of the new parliament to introduce laws to repeal Australia’s plan to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
North Hill Veterinary Clinic opens doors to state-of-the-art Bundarra Road facility
North Hill Veterinary Clinic have opened the doors to their brand-new, purpose-built facility on Bundarra Road, bring the best and latest in vet care to Armidale.
Real Support for Real Homeowners: $2000 cash back
In a time where rising costs and uncertainty define the housing conversation, Regional Australia Bank is backing the people who call regional NSW home, not with slogans, but with something tangible.
BUSINESS
EOI open for Glen Innes Severn marketing campaign
Glen Innes Severn Council is inviting expressions of interest from local businesses, community members and community groups to participate in the second round of content capture for the Get in Here and New England High Country destination marketing campaigns.
INDIGENOUS
Armajun Aboriginal Health Service to receive grant to boost cervical screenings
Armajun Aboriginal Health Service will receive $120,000 as part of a $1.6M NSW Government grant to boost cervical screening in under-screened communities, supporting self-collection and culturally safe care.
SPORT
Hazlewood hero in Aussie win over South Africa
Bendemeer’s own Josh Hazlewood has starred with the ball as Australia won the first Twenty20 international against South Africa in Darwin.
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Good News
Post snow storm BBQ raises cash for local SES
Jackson’s Provedores hosted a free BBQ to thank SES and emergency workers after recent wild weather, raising over $500 through community donations and matching funds to support the local SES unit.
Snowfall blankets New England in a one-day winter wonderland
It’s a magical morning across the New England region, with snow transforming towns into a picturesque winter wonderland
