The University of New England has achieved Gold Certification in the FISU Healthy Campus Program, becoming the first regional university in Australia to reach this international benchmark
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Posted inNarrabri, Water
$4 million boost to bolster Narrabri’s water security
Narrabri’s water supply is set for a significant upgrade, with the NSW Government committing $4 million to deliver a portable water treatment plant and develop new production bores for the town.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
Free grain and bait on offer in statewide crackdown on feral pigs
Landholders across the New England are being urged to take advantage of $850,000 worth of free grain and bait being offered by the NSW Government as part of a statewide effort to control feral pig populations.
Posted inEntertainment, National News, Obituary, Tamworth
Broadcaster John Laws remembered as man of immense influence and mate
A towering figure on Australian radio, John Laws died peacefully at home at age 90.
Posted inArmidale, Business, Good News, Investigation
New England Cake Co brings sweet style and heart to Armidale
Can you have your cake and eat it too? A touch of vintage flair and a lot of hard work have come together in Armidale with the arrival of New England Cake Co
Posted inBusiness, Good News, Investigation, Local News
Green shoots as new businesses flourish across the New England
New England Times Investigates is unpacking some of the dynamics and forces driving the new business boom, and meeting some of the new business owners having a go.
Posted inEducation, Parenting and kids, Somerton
Somerton welcomes first local preschool service
Somerton’s first dedicated preschool delivers local, high-quality early childhood education to families.
Posted inEducation, Local News, Water
A 60-million-year history lesson in 60 minutes
Dive into the history of Australia’s Murray-Darling Basin in just over an hour as Inspector-General Troy Grant closes the information gap on the Basin.
Posted inAwareness Events, General News, Health
Busting myths for Australian Food Safety Week
In the lead up to Australian Food Safety Week 8 to 15 November 2025, the Food Safety Information Council has released a national survey that shows 66% of Australians surveyed recall experiencing some form of food poisoning or gastro and 51% of those incorrectly blame the last thing they ate.
Posted inLocal News, What's on
Communities invited to pause and reflect this Remembrance Day
Remember the fallen. Honour the returned. Support those still serving. However you mark it, remember to remember this Remembrance Day.