When photographer Jim A. Barker moved to Glen Innes in 2021, he was blown away with the creative talent he saw “on just about every corner” of the towns and cities in the New Englan, and that creative talent was the inspiration behind Artisans of the New England, Barker’s long-term photographic project that will go on display at the New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM) this April.
Armidale
Armidale spirit shines through washed out Autumn Festival
The community of Armidale has shone brightly in the face of adversity as the much-needed rain saw the cancellation of many of the 2024 Armidale Autumn Festival celebrations.
Local dancer to represent Australia at the Dance World Cup in Prague
Armidale schoolgirl Annabelle Arkit is set to take to the stage in Prague in June this year for the 2024 Dance World Cup (DWC). The talented 10-year-old was selected after competing in the qualifying competition in Adelaide earlier this year.
Nominations close soon for Armidale Youth Awards
Nominations close this weekend for the Armidale Regional Youth Awards, which recognise the work and commitment of Young People within our community.
Celebrate autumn in Armidale this weekend
Armidale’s annual Autumn Festival celebration is returning this Saturday 6 April 2024, transforming the city’s centre into a hub of entertainment and community pride.
No barriers to learning through TAFE NSW’s Intro to Drones course
NDIS participants in Inverell are upskilling with short courses through TAFE NSW with local provider Individual Ability Supports.
Armidale Women’s Shelter benefits by over $40,000
Armidale Rotary Club’s Annual Quiz Night has provided Armidale Women’s Shelter with a much needed financial boost of over $40,000.
Learn new skills at NERAM printmaking weekend
Attention Art lovers from around the New England, you are invited to immerse yourself in a weekend of printmaking this April at the New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM) in Armidale.
Armidale’s iconic Wicklow Hotel up for sale
The famous Pink Pub of Armidale that is no longer pink – the Wicklow Hotel – is being sold by a private investor as a freehold going concern.
NSW Government to begin public consultations on Compulsory Land Acquisitions review
The NSW Government has begun public consultation on their review into improving compulsory land acquisition processes. Armidale has been chosen to host an in-person public consultation session.