More than 200 anglers are expected to hit the water at Copeton Dam this weekend for the inaugural Ty Edmonds Memorial Cod Classic
Posted inGeneral News
Best Pet Store in the New England?
Whether it’s tasty treats, squeaky toys, or just a friendly scratch behind the ears, we want to know which pet store gets tails wagging and whiskers twitching—help us sniff out the best in the New England! Please vote now for the Best Pet Store in the New England 2025.
Posted inArmidale, Business
Armidale Building Supplies nails it to take our Best Hardware Store
Armidale Building Supplies has been crowned Best Hardware Store in Best in the New England 2025, with local love outshining chains again.
Posted inAgriculture, National News, Training and courses
Applications open for 2025 National Beef Leaders Program
Young cattle men and women with the ability and ambition to make a difference to their industry are being urged to polish up their resumes and apply for Cattle Australia’s National Beef Leaders program.
Posted inLocal festivals and shows, New England Surrounds, Travel
The Queensland festival that sounds like perfect New England
You’d be forgiven for thinking a festival about wool, jazz, art, classic cars, and great food was an event happening in Armidale, but this “Jumpers and Jazz in July” is actually up the highway a bit.
Posted inEntertainment, Tamworth Regional
Tamworth heats up for Hats Off to Country
The 25th annual Hats Off To Country proved its place on the country music calendar, with packed venues, standout performances and the debut of the Australian Bush Ballad Awards.
Posted inGeneral News
Best Beautician in the New England?
From flawless brows to radiant skin and everything in between, we’re on the hunt for the beauty boss who keeps New England glowing—who’s your go-to glam guru? Please vote now for the Best Beautician in the New England 2025!
Posted inBusiness, Walcha
Quality cuts and consistency earn Cross Bros another top spot in BITNE
This marks the second year in a row the beloved local butchery has walked away from Best in the New England victorious, with them taking out the Best of the Best award for Quality in 2024.
Posted inQuirindi, Roads and Infrastructure
Work finally begins to upgrade Callaghan Lane level crossing
Work has begun to upgrade a dangerous level crossing south of Quirindi as part of a $1.2 million trial aimed at improving level crossing safety in regional and remote areas.
Posted inBusiness, Tamworth, Training and courses
“Transformational” future leaders bootcamp coming to Tamworth
A transformational leadership event aimed at developing the next generation of emotionally intelligent and influential leaders will be held in Tamworth later this month