The Australian Government has extended the School Student Broadband Initiative providing up to 30,000 eligible families with no internet at home a free National Broadband Network (NBN) service.
New England Times News Desk
Posted inGeneral News
Early tickets on sale for Celtic Festival
Early bird tickets are on sale now for the annual Australian Celtic Festival taking place in Glen Innes from Thursday, 2 May to Sunday, 5 May 2024.
Posted inArmidale, Emergency management
Who Let the Boats Out: NSW SES Launch Training Exercise in Armidale
More than 750 emergency service personnel have taken to waterways across the state today for the NSW State Emergency Service’s (SES) annual flood boat training exercise. Today our Armidale team got a chance to hone their skills.
Posted inArts, Tamworth
Bejewelling Shakespeare’s Women on Display at Tamworth City Library
Attention Shakespear Lovers: An eye-catching new exhibition has commenced in Tamworth City Library today, with a highlight being an Author Talk at the end of the month.
Posted inGunnedah Shire, Local News, News
Country Mayors Association of NSW (CMA) Welcomes Financial Model Review
The Country Mayors Association of NSW (CMA) has welcomed the announcement of a review into NSW Local Government financial sustainability, albeit with some reservations.
Posted inAgriculture, Emergency management
New program to help farmers fight fires
Farmers have welcomed the launch of a new trial scheme to help first responders fight bushfires.
Posted inGunnedah
Inclusive upgrades at Kitchener Park complete
The playground at Kitchener Park in Gunnedah has received an upgrade to include new play equipment with accessible ramps, an inclusive swing set, and new connecting pathways
Posted inGeneral News
New incentives for GP’s advanced skills in rural areas welcomed
New Rural Advanced Skills funding streams introduced by the Albanese Government within the Workforce Incentives Program have been welcomed by a number of GP groups.
Posted inBusiness
New manufacturing business opens in Armidale
A new business seeking to help address the housing shortage in the region has opened its doors in Armidale.
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure
Marshall says upgrades to level crossings needed now
Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall is calling on the State and Federal Governments to work together to provide major upgrades to railway level crossings