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Posted inArmidale, Feature, Good News, Markets and Fairs, Parenting and kids

Rotary Club of Armidale Central to host special Children’s Christmas Book Sale

blankby Penelope Shaw22 hours agoNovember 23, 2025

The Rotary Club of Armidale Central is setting the scene for a festive season of reading, learning, and bargain-hunting, announcing a special pre-Christmas Children’s Christmas Book Sale to be held on Saturday 13 December.

Posted inParenting and kids, Social Media, Tamworth

UNE experts to guide Tamworth parents through Australia’s Social Media Ban

blankby New England Times News Desk2 days agoNovember 22, 2025

As Australia prepares to implement a world-first ban on social media for children under 16, the University of New England (UNE) is bringing together experts to help local parents navigate this significant change.

Posted inEntertainment, Gunnedah, Parenting and kids

Gunnedah Shire’s Community Christmas Tree Lighting a jolly affair

blankby New England Times News Desk3 days agoNovember 23, 2025

Gunnedah residents are warmly invited to attend the lighting of the Community Christmas Tree on Friday, 28 November, in Brock’s Court.

Posted inEntertainment, Narrabri, Parenting and kids, Tourism

More seats, more movies, more fun at the Crossing Theatre

blankby New England Times News Desk3 days agoNovember 23, 2025

Movie lovers have another reason to grab the popcorn, with Cinema 2 at The Crossing Theatre officially reopening today following a major technology upgrade.

Posted inArmidale, Entertainment, Parenting and kids, What's on

Festive Flicks at Bool brings Christmas cheer to Armidale

blankby Penelope ShawNovember 11, 2025November 11, 2025

There’s something truly magical about watching a Christmas classic under the stars, and the University of New England’s Festive Flicks at Bool is set to deliver just that

Posted inEducation, Parenting and kids, Somerton

Somerton welcomes first local preschool service

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 9, 2025November 10, 2025

Somerton’s first dedicated preschool delivers local, high-quality early childhood education to families.

Posted inParenting and kids, Tamworth

Grants open to upgrade local parks, halls and showgrounds

blankby New England Times News DeskNovember 8, 2025November 8, 2025

Community halls, parks and showgrounds across the Tamworth region could soon receive a boost, with the latest round of grant funding now open.

Posted inAwareness Events, Education, Parenting and kids

“Hats Off” to teachers: Celebrating World Teachers’ Day 2025

blankby Penelope ShawOctober 15, 2025October 15, 2025

As World Teachers’ Day approaches on Friday 31 October, communities across the New England region are being encouraged to pause and celebrate the people who shape our future – our teachers.

Posted inHealth, Indigenous, New England Surrounds, Parenting and kids, Women

Rural mums forced to travel 500km for miscarriage care

blankby AAPOctober 14, 2025October 16, 2025

Women in remote areas are 1.6 times more likely to suffer perinatal loss, prompting calls for national standards in care to overcome the tyranny of distance.

Posted inCommunity development, Good News, Parenting and kids, Tingha

Tingha backs playground and park upgrades

blankby New England Times News DeskOctober 10, 2025October 10, 2025

Tingha residents have backed Inverell Council’s plans for new playgrounds and park upgrades to create safer, modern community spaces.

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