Tamworth Celebrates 136 Years as Australia’s First City of Light
Tamworth celebrated yesterday to mark 136 years since it became the first town in Australia to flick the switch on electric street lighting.
New England communities need your support this Christmas
The Salvation Army is launching its annual Christmas Appeal in the New England allowing The Salvos to help those in need in our communities.
Have your say on draft water sharing plans for Gwydir, Namoi and Peel
The draft Gwydir, Namoi and Peel Unregulated Rivers water sharing plans are now on public display, and the NSW Government is inviting the community to have its say.
Entries open soon for this month’s Bendemeer Campdraft
There’s a change in the air for The Bendemeer Campdraft, with the event set to take its place at the town’s rodeo grounds, on November 30-December 1 and entries open November 5-6.
Armidale photographer wins Elders calendar competition with inspiration from Kramer the Kelpie
Armidale’s Simon Scott has taken the coveted cover sport for Elders 2025 calendar competition, with his winning shot of Kramer the Kelpie.
Halloween safety reminder: Be prepared, stay safe, and have fun!
Its Halloween and New Englanders are being reminded to stay safe while enjoying the festivities. Here are our top tips for staying safe this spooky night, and making sure everyone gets home. Drivers, be alert! Halloween is a busy night…
Big Chill Festival honoured with top recognition for outstanding visitor economy collaboration
The New England region emerged victorious at the state awards with Armidale's Big Chill Festival winning the Outstanding Visitor Economy Collaboration Award.
Pathfinders hosts the Clothesline Project
Pathfinders will be hosting The Clothesline Project, a community event aimed at raising awareness to victims of gender-based violence.
Reflections sustainable fishing series casts off at Copeton
Reflections Sustainable Fishing Series casts off at Copeton Dam this weekend, with keen anglers vying to claim some of the $25,000 prize pool
Crime the focus on Tamworth small business event this Tuesday
Tamworth Business Chamber and Centrepoint Tamworth invite business owners and operators to a Crime Prevention Breakfast on Tuesday