Local News
Armidale students to represent NSW in National Science Competition
Two Armidale students have been chosen to represent New South Wales at the national science competition, iCubed Awards, run by the Australian Science Teachers Association.
United Way donates $75,000 to Imagination Library
United Way donated $75,000 to the Tamworth branch of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library this week, offering a major boost to the town’s six-year-long commitment to the program.
Gunnedah Hospital’s new acute services building takes shape
The $53 million Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment has reached a significant milestone, with the structure of the new acute services building complete and new roof installed.
Tamworth aims to shape tomorrow’s learning, today
Tamworth Regional Council is undertaking community consultation to shape the future of lifelong learning across the region.
Family matters in new print exhibition at NERAM
A unique exhibition celebrating collaboration and experimentation in printmaking will open at the New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM) tonight
What's On
Renewable energy expo highlights opportunities in New England
Around 100 people gathered at the Town Hall in Armidale yesterday to explore the growing number of employment and business opportunities in New England’s renewable energy sector.
Politics
What’s on the mind of Upper Hunter residents
As the Federal Election looms closer, Muswellbrook residents are settling into their new electorate of New England and sharing some of the issues they’re hoping to see addressed by candidates and the Federal Government.
Cheaper medicines pledge: PBS cap to be dropped to $25
Both Labor and the Coalition will drop the maximum price for PBS prescriptions to $25 in election promises
Walcha: a sexual abuse and domestic violence blind spot
Women who have suffered sexual and domestic violence in Walcha have felt discouraged from reporting abuse at night because the local police station does not operate around the clock, and they feared Tamworth officers could not intervene quickly enough.
BUSINESS
Business NSW demands insurance reform
Businesses in the New England North West are fed up with having the highest-taxed insurance premiums in mainland Australia.
SPORT
TAS rowers wrap up season with medals at Head of the River Regattas
Months of training on and off the water came to fruition as TAS rowers return with gold and silver medals in the season-ending competition.
LOCAL BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
Flowers, cupcakes and gifts for every occasion at Rhubarb and Rosie
It’s that time of year again when finding that perfect gift is at the front of everyone’s mind. Have you heard of Glen Innes’ Rhubarb and Rosie?
Five ways to get started in buying your first home
As we enter peak buying season, first home buyers still have access to a range of grants and schemes designed to make the dream of owning a home more achievable.
Selling your home in a regional Australian market: Essential tips for success
Award-winning real estate agent, Kyle Garrahy, gave us some invaluable tips to help you sell your home effectively in our regional area.
Good News
United Way donates $75,000 to Imagination Library
United Way donated $75,000 to the Tamworth branch of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library this week, offering a major boost to the town’s six-year-long commitment to the program.
