Smaller teams, bigger reach, and nearly half now using AI. New research shows how NSW small businesses are changing, and why regional owners stand apart.
Posted inGrants and funding, Moree, Narrabri
Narrabri and Moree groups invited to chase share of $100,000 port grants
There’s $100,000 on the table and Narrabri and Moree are named on the invitation list. Local charities have just over two weeks to get their applications in.
Posted inArmidale
Cleaner heating switch delivers benefits for Armidale households
Armidale households are reporting cleaner homes, improved comfort and easier heating after replacing wood heaters with reverse-cycle air conditioning.
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Local News, Small Business Month 2026
SBM26: Fit, fabulous, and yum
Today we’re celebrating three local businesses that add a little extra to life, from a personal trainer with a difference, to a great place to stay, and a great take away to keep in mind for your next visit to Coffs.
Posted inArmidale, Sport, Tamworth
Armidale’s Czinner and Neilson named in NSW Pride Hockey One squads
Armidale’s Nathan Czinner and Lily Neilson, plus Farrer’s Jack Marshall, are in the NSW Pride squads for Hockey One. And they’ll be sharing the turf with some of the world’s best.
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Moonbi, Uralla
New England Highway to close for giant transformer Friday
A 402-tonne load, 72 metres long, is about to crawl over the Moonbi Range. Here’s when the New England Highway will close on Friday, and where to watch it roll into Uralla.
Posted inGunnedah, Indigenous, Local politics and councils
NSW Aboriginal Land Council supports Gunnedah community in flag debate
“This man knows nothing about segregation.” A Gomeroi Elder and the NSW Aboriginal Land Council have hit back after Gunnedah councillors voted to fly just one flag in the chamber.
Posted inAwareness Events, NSW News
Police blitz for Labour Day weekend
Double demerits, random breath and drug tests, and 261 lives already lost this year. Police have a blunt message for anyone hitting the road this Labour Day long weekend.
Posted inBusiness, What's on
Glen Innes Highlands Hub launches free Small Business Month program
Breakfasts, bootcamps, and a night of creativity after dark. Glen Innes businesses have a whole month of free support on offer this October. Here’s what’s coming up.
Posted inTamworth
North Tamworth church hall to create work for local tradies
A new North Tamworth church hall will provide space for local gatherings while supporting builders and tradies during construction.