As communities across the New England region prepare to celebrate National Volunteer Week, organisations are highlighting the evolving ways Australians are giving back amid rising cost-of-living pressures and increasingly busy lives.
Posted inCrime, Inverell
Motel altercation in Inverell leaves one in hospital, other in jail
A man has been refused bail after allegedly attacking another man with a wine glass at an Inverell motel before allegedly threatening police officers following his arrest.
Posted inLocal News
NSW communities help shape next road safety plan ahead of National Road Safety Week 2026
NSW has begun statewide consultations on a new road safety plan as the 2026 road toll reaches 119 deaths.
Posted inBusiness, Inverell, Trades You Can Trust 26
Local plastering legend lives on
A new Inverell business is carrying on the legacy of a well-known local tradesman, with a team determined to continue the standards and workmanship he became known for.
Posted inArmidale, Youth
Young people invited to join newly established Youth Council
Armidale Regional Council has launched a new Youth Council, with young people aged 12 to 24 invited to apply.
Posted inAnimals, Armidale, Education
UNE leads effort to protect brolga populations in NSW wetlands
UNE researchers will track vulnerable brolgas across NSW wetlands to improve water management and strengthen First Nations conservation partnerships.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Health
Armidale medical student says rural bursary cemented career path
An Armidale medical student says a rural bursary placement confirmed her ambition to work in country healthcare.
Posted inCrime, Fire, Moree
Police investigating Moree fire bug
Police are asking for any information as they search for a suspected fire bug in Moree after eight fires were started in one night.
Posted inAgriculture, Blackville
Blackville grower named finalist in national cotton awards
Blackville grower Bruce Mennie has been named a finalist in the 2026 Australian cotton industry awards.
Posted inDorrigo
Dorrigo hotel added to NSW State Heritage Register
The Heritage Hotel Dorrigo has been added to the NSW State Heritage Register after more than a century in family ownership.