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Kate Brown
Kate is a proud mum of two with a wealth of journalism, media and communications experience across the New England and its surrounding regions. She raises guide dogs in her spare time, loves a good chat with her friends and colleagues, and enjoys living her best life floating between country living and the big smoke. In addition to being one of our main story writers, Kate helps manage our newsdesk and freelancers.
Posted inGood News, Health, Tamworth
Specialist services thrive in the New England
Venturing from the big smoke, Dr Tim Shiraev has been bringing his vascular surgeon services to the New England for nearly four years and loving it.
Posted inArmidale, General News
Vinnies to close Bundarra Road warehouse amid growing costs
Vinnies has announced it’s Armidale shop on Bundarra Road will be closing its doors on February 28, but is assuring customers their shopping needs will be met through the remaining store.
Posted inArmidale, Good News
Armidale dusts off their dancing shoes to raise awareness and funds for the Cancer Council
Armidale locals will return to the dancefloor in April for the annual Stars of Armidale Dance for Cancer competition this April.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Good News
Look who’s turning 30
Armidale’s Belgrave Cinema is preparing to blow out the candles to celebrate 30 years of laughter, tears and a whole lot of popcorn.
Posted inArmidale, Sport
New England girls ready to gain confidence in Cricket
New England girls are stepping up to bat as Cricket NSW partners with Armidale District Cricket Association to launch a new program ‘Confidence in Cricket’.
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Tamworth
Local Latin dancers shine at Latinfest
Ten passionate local dancers have just returned home to the New England following an exciting weekend at the inaugural Port Macquarie Latinfest.
Posted inTamworth
Australian singer-songwriter James Johnston will make waves on and off the stage this Country Music Festival
Australian singer-songwriter James Johnston will be making waves on and off the stage this Country Music Festival, including a 100km walk from Armidale to Tamworth, raising funds for charity.
Posted inTamworth
Its time to get Xtreme this Saturday in Tamworth
Do you think you could last eight seconds? Well, if you like cowboys, bucking bulls, and bareback broncs, then you need to get to Tamworth tomorrow night for Xtreme Bulls Australia.
Posted inGuyra
Head to Guyra for a cool change and experience the Lamb & Potato Festival
As the region heats up this summer, Guyra is inviting everyone to cool down and experience the best the small town has to offer with the annual Guyra Lamb & Potato Festival.