Tamworth’s CBD sparkled for the inaugural City of Lights Festival with more than 2000 people turning out to enjoy the light displays on the first night alone. “It was more than we expected, which was great,” City of Lights Festival Project Lead Dimity Smith said. “The line-up was so big outside Centrepoint. It was much […]
Posted inCommunity development, Good News, Tenterfield
Tenterfield foundation launches with a Wish Bowl for local ideas
What is your wish for Tenterfield? A new local foundation is opening a Wish Bowl at its launch on Saturday, 31 October, and every dollar it raises will stay in the region.
Posted inFeature, Parenting and kids, Tamworth
Community pools reopen across Tamworth region for summer
Communities across the Tamworth region will soon be making a splash as local pools reopen for summer following upgrades.
Posted inBoggabri, Environment, Hunter, Legal, Long Read, Mining and Resources, NSW Votes 2027, Politics
The High Court coal win that may close the door it opened
WEEKEND LONG READ: Much has been said about a High Court judgement this week relating to what climate impacts should be included in planning decisions. The backlash and election timing could shut Scope 3 emissions out of planning permanently and give workers and communities the confidence they desperately seek.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Local News, Small Business Month 2026
SBM26: Trusted excellence
Today we’re celebrating three local businesses that are trusted as the best in their field – medical equipment, hydraulics and diesel mechanic, and a graphic designer so good we use her ourselves.
Posted inAwards, Business, Good News, Uralla
Uralla’s Bolt Inn wins two statewide dining awards
Uralla’s Bolt Inn has taken out two honours at the NSW Restaurant and Catering Awards, winning Best Restaurant in a Pub/Club – Regional NSW and Best Family Dining in a Pub – Regional NSW.
Posted inCrime, Feature, Moree
Pedestrian dies after being struck by cyclist in Moree
An 82-year-old man has died in hospital after being struck by a bicycle in Moree, with police appealing for witnesses and footage of the incident.
Posted inFeature, Moree
Updated waste app to make bin collections easier for Moree Plains residents
Moree Plains residents can now access bin collection reminders, recycling advice and waste service updates through an improved council app.
Posted inFeature, Gunnedah, Health, Women
Gunnedah families face continued travel for maternity care amid hospital staffing shortages
Gunnedah families continue to travel for maternity care as staffing shortages prevent birthing services operating at the redeveloped hospital.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Local News, Small Business Month 2026
SBM26: Three types of well
Today we’re celebrating three local businesses that keep the New England well fed, well minded and well supported.