Easter is almost here which means Tenterfield’s Autumn Festival is upon us, and organisers have made sure it is one not to miss, with old favourites and new ticket items to draw a crowd.

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.
New England high school students get a taste of university health care courses
This week, 300 high school students from across the New England have dived into the world of healthcare at the University of Newcastle’s Student Career forum.
Speak to a Professional: The New England Times gets real with CEO Ben Saxby, Professionals Real Estate Armidale
When you think of real estate agents, you think nice cars, flashy suits and always looking for that next big sale, but at Professionals Armidale, it’s more than just a business, it is a family. Get to know your local Professionals team.
International Women’s Day: Sarah Hooper makes it all work
Mother, wife, business owner and an all-around amazing woman. If you need any inspiration for this year’s International Women’s Day, you need to meet Tamworth’s Sarah Hooper.
A Holistic approach to Clean up Australia Day
Local NDIS provider, Holistic Recovery, are taking their work outdoors for a great cause this weekend. This Sunday, March 3rd is Clean Up Australia Day.
Armidale’s best in show
Armidale is ready to celebrate community, cooking and cattle as they roll out the red carpet for the annual Armidale Show this Friday and Saturday, 1st and 2nd of March.
New de-amalgamation bill a wolf in sheep’s clothing
A new bill introduced into the NSW Parliament aims to make it easier for local councils to demerge, but they won’t be providing the funds to do it. For Guyra and Manilla locals the fight is far from over.
Meet your candidates for the 2024 NSW Aboriginal Land Council Election – Northern Region
Eligible Indigenous voters will go to the polls next weekend with three candidates on the card, vying to represent the Northern Region in the 2024 NSW Aboriginal Land Council Election.
Local women make finalist spot for NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year award
The New England is honoured to have two women in contention for NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year award, Dr Casey Sullivan and Aliethea Cutmore.
We caught up with Dr Casey Sullivan earlier this week.
Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day
Love it or hate it, today is February 14 and that means Valentine’s Day has arrived. Are you ready? Our local businesses are.