A growing number of Armidale locals are gathering each month to break down the taboo of death, dying, and grief.
Posted inCommunity development, Hillgrove, Mining and Resources
Echidna Gully gets second life as home to Hillgrove Mine workforce
Echidna Gully, a former beloved function venue at Metz, has been purchased by Larvotto Resources to provide accommodation for its growing workforce as it prepares to re-open the Hillgrove mine.
Posted inArmidale, Arts
PLC Armidale celebrates Shakespeare success
PLC Armidale is celebrating a triumphant return from the 2025 Shakespeare Carnival State Finals over the weekend.
Posted inArmidale, Community development, Social issues and services, Tamworth, Work and career
Welcome to regional NSW: helping new residents put down roots for good
More ‘welcome’ events and activities are being rolled out to help new residents build those crucial early connections that make their move a success.
Posted inAgriculture, Federal Politics, Local News, Money
Warning farmers may be forced to sell assets to cope with super tax changes
New England’s farming community is likely to feel the brunt of proposed superannuation tax changes, according to the National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) and financial advisers with clients in the region.
Posted inArmidale, Business, What's on
Celebrate the grand opening of axxis in Armidale with Dr Karl Kruszelnicki
Telecommunications experts axxis will host a grand opening for their Armidale store on Saturday June 14, and it has something for everyone.
Posted inArts, Awards, Good News, Wee Waa
Wee Waa’s Fragar fourth time lucky for Archibald win
The winner of this year’s prestigious Archibald Prize Julie Fragar says that growing up in Wee Waa inspired her art early on.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Mental Health
UNE seeks 100 people for neuroscience study on depression
UNE is looking for people to take part in a large study to help improve the early diagnosis and treatment of depression.
Posted inDomestic Violence, Money, NSW Politics
NSW budget boosts justice funding and support for victim-survivors
With the NSW Budget just weeks away, the Minns Labor Government has started the major announcements, today detailing how they will inject more than half a billion dollars into the justice system.
Posted inCommunity development, Grants and funding, Tamworth
Opportunity to help restore heritage buildings
Tamworth Regional Council’s 2025-2026 Heritage Assistance Grant is now open with a share of $50,000 available.