The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has been preparing for summer with upgrades to Australia’s largest firefighting helicopter, including increased water-holding capacity and new night-time capabilities. The CH-47 Chinook helicopter can now hold 11,000 litres of water in an internal tank, making it an even better asset in firefighting efforts. With the tank upgrade, the […]
Posted inArmidale, Crime
Thieves can’t stop Christmas lunch at Armidale Uniting Church
Volunteers and community members have rallied to ensure the annual Christmas Lunch at Armidale’s Uniting Church is still a success today after thieves broke in and stole food.
Posted inEducation
Stories of great HSC achievements continue
Schools and parents around the region continue to celebrate the fantastic HSC results of our students with our private schools leading the way in high achievement.
Posted inArmidale, Education
Delivering a new birth experience
The University of the New England is delivering new research into the complexity of birth, post-traumatic stress disorder and building healthy relationships.
Posted inAgriculture, Gwydir Shire, Moree Plains Shire, Tamworth Regional
More time to have your say on draft water sharing plans
Communities have even more time to have their say on the draft water sharing plan across Regional NSW as the public exhibition period gets an extension.
Posted inCompetitions and free stuff, Seniors
Seniors diaries available again from your friendly local State MP, library or legal aid
The popular seniors diary has returned for 2025, full of legal tips for managing financial hardship and mortgage stress, avoiding scams, and resolving neighbour disputes.
Posted inFederal Politics
Retiring backbencher gifts a lump of coal for Christmas
A retiring Nationals backbencher known for his staunch opposition of a net-zero carbon emissions target has taken a swipe at his party leader on his way out the door.
Posted inWhat's on
Free school holiday fun across the region
The kids are in for a treat this summer, with the NSW Government’s Holiday Break program offering over 800 free activities to keep them engaged, entertained, and connected. This initiative aims to provide regional youth with enriching and educational experiences that are fun, active, and accessible, ensuring that young people can enjoy their holidays without […]
Posted inCompetitions and free stuff, Tamworth
Still Time to Enter: The 2025 fRETfEST® Regional Song Contest is now open for entries
The fRETfEST® Regional Song Contest is back for its 10th year and there’s still time to get your entry in.
Posted inNSW Politics
One Nation loses last MP in NSW
Pauline Hanson has lost her last voice in the NSW parliament after her remaining MP quit her party over alleged funding issues.