Tenterfield Shire Council has decided to pause plans to seek an additional rate rise following a change in General Manager and the recent bushfires.
RK Crosby
RK Crosby is a broadcaster, journalist and pollster, and publisher of the New England Times.
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Innovative partnership providing Ezidi refugee jobs pathway
Members of Armidale’s Ezidi refugee community are being trained in in-demand civil construction skills as part of a unique Pathways to Employment Program.
Posted inArmidale
Ancient ‘Freedom of Entry’ event celebrates Lancers long connection with Armidale
Armidale CBD was treated with a rare display on Saturday with 12th/16th Hunter River Lancers celebrating the ‘Freedom of Entry’, a very old traditional military event to celebrate the connection between a unit and the community.
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Small Business Month: livestock and clothing, disability support, great takeaway food
Today we have a stock and station agent that has expanded into clothing, a NDIS services provider, and a takeaway store celebrating 20 years in business.
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Small Business Month: custom illustrations, a great general store, and a historic home AirBNB
Today we have some of the smallest unique businesses in the New England: a custom illustrator, a trusted general store, and a historical home AirBNB.
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Small Business Month: architects and designers, virtual assistant, and custom canvas tents
Today we have a firm of architects and designers, a virtual assistant, and a maker of bespoke canvas tents and other products.
Posted inFederal Politics, Indigenous
Referendum fails: New England votes No
The path forward for reconciliation is anything but clear after yesterday’s referendum failed, with 75% of New Englanders voting no.
Posted inArmidale, Education, Investigation
ASC Police attendance figures make a liar out of education secretary
The New England Times has obtained figures from NSW Police on the number of times they have attended Armidale Secondary College since the school opened at Butler Street.
Posted inFederal Politics, New England Times Engage Poll
New England Times Poll: New England says Yes, but it’s close
The New England Times polled 562 locals on The Voice and 53% say they intend to vote Yes in next week’s referendum.
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Small Business Month: antiques, great coffee, and unique hats
Today we are highlighting an antiques store, cafe, and a milliner in our small business month feature.