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Posted inEducation, Local News

School leavers step into trades and break barriers

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 29, 2025December 31, 2025

With HSC results out, Apprenticeship Support Australia is calling on school leavers to consider apprenticeships and traineeships in industries crying out for skilled workers.

Posted inMoree Plains Shire, Volunteering

Celebrating community champions across the Shire

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 29, 2025December 31, 2025

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Australia Day Awards, offering an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the remarkable individuals in the Moree Plains Shire.

Posted inGood News, Local festivals and shows

The Wiggles set to return to Tamworth with biggest show yet

blankby Lia EdwardsDecember 29, 2025December 31, 2025

The Wiggles are heading back to Tamworth, bringing one of the most recognisable names in children’s entertainment to the city once again as part of the 2026 Tamworth Country Music Festival celebrations.

Posted inArmidale, Business, Uralla

Airport café farewell as The Alternate Root closes Armidale location

blankby Penelope ShawDecember 28, 2025December 31, 2025

After successfully supplying travellers and locals alike with quality coffee, hearty meals and warm hospitality since 2023, The Alternate Root Café has announced the closure of its Armidale Airport location, turning off the machine for the last time on December 24.

Posted inEnvironment, Local News

Northern Tablelands communities dig deep to preserve wetlands

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 28, 2025December 31, 2025

More than 2,640 native seedlings have now been planted at the Little Llangothlin Nature Reserve near Guyra as part of revegetation works being carried out by the NSW Government’s Local […]

Posted inAgriculture, Local News

Tasman and Corinya Station acquisitions spark community concerns

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 28, 2025December 31, 2025

Two newly acquired properties in western NSW have been added to the national park estate without local consultation, prompting criticism from Member for Barwon Roy Butler

Posted inEntertainment, Parenting and kids, Tamworth

Tamworth set for a vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration

blankby Kate BrownDecember 27, 2025December 31, 2025

Tamworth is preparing for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve with a full day of free, family-friendly festivities throughout Bicentennial Park.

Posted inLocal News, School News

NSW unveils landmark anti-bullying reforms

blankby New England Times News DeskDecember 27, 2025December 31, 2025

Schools across New South Wales, including those in the New England region, will soon be required to triage and respond to bullying incidents more quickly and consistently, under a landmark framework.

Posted inEducation, Indigenous

NSW Aboriginal Languages Educational Scholarships Open for 2025–26

blankby Penelope ShawDecember 27, 2025December 31, 2025

Aboriginal people across New South Wales are being encouraged to apply for the latest round of funding under the NSW Aboriginal Languages Educational Scholarship Program, with applications opening in December.

Posted inAgriculture, Armidale Regional, What's on

Early Blueberry Season Bursts to Life at Blueberries with Altitude

blankby Penelope ShawDecember 26, 2025December 31, 2025

An early start to the blueberry season is delighting locals at Blueberries with Altitude, with ripe, juicy berries ready for picking weeks ahead of schedule following an unusual mix of weather conditions.

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