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Tamworth’s Drip and Sip Party brings style and sustainability to the fore Tamworth’s fashion and food scenes are joining forces for a one-night-only celebration of style, sustainability, and community spirit.

Oxley Highway at Mount Seaview reopens Friday 13 June Good news for New England travellers, the Oxley Highway at Mount Seaview will reopen to traffic on Friday 13 June from 4:30pm.

Construction underway on Moree Hospital Redevelopment  Moree Hospital staff joined dignitaries and community members to turn the first sod, marking the start of main works construction.  

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Bundarra Automotive for sale after 80 years of business One of the oldest local businesses in the region is up for sale. After 84 years Bundarra Automotive is seeking a new owner.

A unique nugget of gold rush history on the market in Nundle A property steeped in the rich gold rush history is up for sale in Nundle, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of the region’s heritage.

Armidale Regional Council supports flood recovery in Taree with hay donation Armidale Regional Council is lending a helping hand to flood-affected communities in the Taree region by donating hay bales to support local farmers and their livestock.

Fairer voluntary agreements for environmental water programs The NSW Government is rolling out a clearer, more equitable process for negotiating voluntary agreements with landholders affected by future environmental water deliveries.

Building a sense of community, one shopping bag at a time A new initiative from the Glen Innes Anglican Church is doing more than just filling pantries, it’s building a sense of community by combining help and hope.

Women gather for a day of storytelling and connection There was storytelling at its finest when a group of local women gathered in Guyra on May 27th for the Telling Your Story workshop with author Annabelle Brayley. “The day had a special feel,” said Elizabeth Rosser from Southern New England…

A glamorous night for a life-saving cause: Lifeline Tamworth Gala Ball 2025 Step back in time to the roaring twenties at the inaugural Lifeline New England North West Gala Ball. Read more here.

Top 5 ways to make sure you’re in the running for Best in the New England It’s almost time for our biggest promotion of the year – Best in the New England is back!

Getting Down to Earth about land and climate An upcoming conference at UNE aims to join the dots between land and genuine solutions to climate change. Find out more here.

Seven local students take on the world Seven local TAFE students are preparing to compete at the WorldSkills Australia 2025 National Championships in Brisbane this month.

NEGS student shines on international stage NEGS student Alexa Garcia has traded in the classroom for the experience of a lifetime this week, representing Team Australia in Mexico.

From evidence to excellence at early childhood conference UNE conference “From Evidence to Excellence” is designed as a professional learning opportunity for early childhood teachers and educators.

Australian Beef Sustainability Framework welcomes EU recognition of land management practices The Australian Beef Sustainability Framework has welcomed the announcement from the European Commission that Australia is considered a low risk.

Sporting local legends lead local King’s Birthday honours Locals with connections to rugby league, basketball, and horse racing have led the local recipients of King's Birthday honours.

New England Weeds Authority no more The New England Weeds Authority (NEWA) will be officially terminated this month in response to serious concerns about the Authority’s governance and financial position. NEWA is the registered trading name of the New England County Council. It has a governing…

Armidale and Uralla level crossings to receive safety upgrades Armidale and Uralla will receive more than $211,000 to fund critical minor engineering works and essential safety upgrades at level crossings

New England North West Tourism & Placemaking Forum coming to Narrabri Community leaders, tourism professionals, and business stakeholders to shape the future of regional tourism and placemaking in the North West.

TAS and Farrer share the silverware in annual fixtures TAS reclaimed the Jim Levy First XV Shield with a win over Farrer this week, but the visitors won the majority of 17 fixtures in six sports to retain the coveted Dick Hodgson Shield for overall competition. 

Ancient knowledge meets modern tech at inaugural Ranger Gathering Aboriginal Rangers from across New South Wales, the ACT and Northern Territory will converge near Tamworth in mid-June for the first-ever Ranger Gathering

Hop on the Medibus The Diabetes Alliance Program's Medibus is making its annual tour of the region, bringing diabetes specialists to the bush.

Do the quick and easy bowel screening test that could save your life  This Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, residents are urged to take the bowel screening test. Its free and could save your life.

Journey through Australian country An ambitious new exhibition will be exclusively exhibited at the Tamworth Regional Gallery from this September.

Tough guys don’t judge a book by it’s cover Who would have thought that a group of guys getting together at a pub in New England to read books would be considered tough?

Fluoridation of Ashford water supply officially commences It's been a long wait, but Ashford’s water supply has officially introduced fluoride as of May, 2025. Read more here.

Road closure and landslide clean up on the Oxley Highway Motorists are advised the Oxley Highway at Mount Seaview will remain closed until Friday 13 June to carry out landslide clean up at more than 100 new slip locations.

More feedback sought on proposed Boorolong Wind Farm project  The Boorolong Wind Farm project is seeking feedback on their proposal after changing their proposal based on earlier community consultation.

Go burgundy and purple for Burple Day to raise awareness of migraine Australians across the country are donning burgundy and purple today for Burple Day, the flagship event of Migraine Awareness Month

Uralla lights up for winter solstice Uralla is set to shine under the stars on Saturday, June 21, with a magical evening of light, music, food, and culture at the Winter Solstice celebration.

Tian Harris uncovered as Moree’s Hidden Treasure A lifetime of quiet, tireless community service has seen Moree local Tian Harris added to the prestigious NSW Hidden Treasures Honour Roll.

Farmers take federal government to court over Narrabri gas pipeline water risks  A group of farmers have launched a legal challenge to the federal government’s assessment of the controversial Narrabri Lateral pipeline.

Men’s night out returns: A warm winter’s gathering with a powerful message Following the overwhelming success of last year’s Men’s Night Out, Glen Innes is once again coming together to support, uplift, and connect around the important topic of men’s health.

New England’s small businesses battle high costs ahead of tax time Poor cash flow is hurting small businesses right across the New England region as the end of financial year fast approaches.

Why more locals are choosing to talk about death A growing number of Armidale locals are gathering each month to break down the taboo of death, dying, and grief.

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.

PLC Armidale celebrates Shakespeare success PLC Armidale is celebrating a triumphant return from the 2025 Shakespeare Carnival State Finals over the weekend.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Major universities team up to create a resilient and sustainable regional nursing workforce for the future UNE will provide a series of informative talks to assist experienced and graduate nurses across a broad range of interest areas.

Tamworth ready to dance for cancer Time to suit up Tamworth, as the Stars of Tamworth Dance for Cancer returns on Saturday 13th September for its 11th year

Rural health report finds slow reform progress, urges stronger oversight A parliamentary committee has called for urgent structural changes to improve healthcare, warning that rural communities continue to face persistent barriers to access and a worsening crisis in primary care.

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New England Highway damage to be fixed but long term solution needed The New England Highway has been prioritised for repairs on both sides of the border, with the federal government committed to funding disaster repairs, but the long term solution for the declared national highway that can't…

Rock out with Things of Stone and Wood this July Heading back to the region for the first time in a long time is Melbourne’s very own Things of Stone and Wood.