From 1–4 May 2025, Glen Innes will once again host the Australian Celtic Festival, and in 2025, the spotlight turns to Brittany, Cornwall and Wales.
What’s on
Big screen, on-stage, book and craft fun these school holidays
There’s a lot happening around the New England these school holidays. Check out what’s happening in your neighbourhood here.
New England teams off to State Final of da Vinci Decathlon
New England students, including five teams from Armidale and one from Inverell, have qualified for the State Final of the da Vinci Decathlon in Sydney later this year,
Paragliding State of Origin returns to Manilla over Easter
A battle of the states is set to take place in the skies above Manilla, NSW over the Easter weekend with the Paragliding State of Origin event returning for its 26th year.
Bull riders battle for glory in Armidale showdown
The dirt’s about to fly as the toughest sport on the planet rides into Armidale this weekend for the PBR Monster Energy Armidale Invitational.
Be the hope the New England needs this Red Shield Appeal
The Salvo’s in the New England is calling on the community to sign up for this year’s Red Shield Appeal, raising funds to support people who are struggling most.
Helping Armidale pilots to communicate effectively
CASA invites pilots of all licence categories to attend an upcoming pilot safety seminar in Armidale this Thursday.
Shave and save: Tanya’s fundraiser to support koalas and breast cancer awareness
Tanya, who has spent a year and a half helping
rescue and rehabilitate koalas in her community, is now facing her own battle with breast cancer. However, she’s not letting it stop her from making a difference.
Celebrate Mother’s Day and bridal fashion throughout the ages in Glen Innes
Glen Food Hub will host a very special new Mother’s Day Celebration on Tuesday, May 13. Held at the Glen Innes Community Centre from 10 am to 12pm, the event will feature a scrumptious high tea and a showcase of some of the community’s most prized possessions – their wedding dresses!
World Health Day Theme highlights the need for improved rural maternity care
Globally, nearly 300,000 women die each year from pregnancy or childbirth complications, and more than 2 million newborns do not survive their first month of life.