Josh Hazlewood's injuries prevented him playing in the Ashes series, but his sister remains part of the Pink Test through the McGrath Foundation.

The National Farmers’ Federation is urging policymakers to prioritize long-term workforce sustainability, highlighting the critical need for unskilled and semi-skilled labor alongside targeted skilled migration to support regional producers.

Anaiwan artist Aunty Sharon Cutmore will create a stunning earth artwork at Dumaresq Dam for Armidale's Australia Day 2026 celebrations. Her design focuses on connecting communities and sharing Indigenous history through traditional storytelling.

Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has unveiled its annual Summer Lamb Campaign, celebrating lamb as the dish that brings Australians together.

Almost $5.05 million in unclaimed money is sitting in accounts linked to New England and North West addresses, with thousands of locals potentially unaware they are owed anything at all.

Primary and secondary schools in the New England are being encouraged to include a visit to the NSW Parliament as part of their 2026 excursion calendar.

A Moree woman had a Christmas she’ll never forget, unwrapping a $100,000 Lucky Lotteries prize on a ticket given to her by her parents.

One of Australia’s oldest racing traditions returns in 2025 as the Deepwater Races mark 160 years of country racing history.

Local producers across the New England are likely to feel the impact of China’s sudden decision to impose tariffs of up to 55 per cent on beef imports

NSW residents have returned a record 15 billion bottles, cans and cartons through the Return and Earn scheme, delivering $1.5 billion in refunds, but access in the New England remains limited.

NSW Farmers is urging people heading into country areas to take extra care on rural roads this new year.

There is still time for food and beverage operators to put their hand up for a new cafe opportunity in one of Armidale’s busiest family destinations, with Expressions of Interest still open for the 'Cafe on Curtis' site.

Australia have announced their squad for the T20 World Cup, with Bendemeer's Josh Hazlewood in the line-up. Read more here.

From New Zealand to Nashville, 29 emerging artists will converge on Tamworth this January for the 2026 Senior Course of The Country Music Association of Australia Academy of Country Music.

Narrabri residents will have the chance to farewell one of the town’s most recognisable pieces of infrastructure before it disappears from the landscape

Australian business leaders and public figures have joined forces to call for a Commonwealth royal commission in the wake of the Chanukah Massacre.

The State Government has launched a statewide campaign to boost foster care recruitment across New South Wales, with an urgent call for carers in regional areas such as New England.

Multiple teenagers have been charged with a range of alleged offences, including police pursuits, property crime and knife-related matters, as investigations continue. In Tamworth, two 16-year-old boys were charged following an alleged police pursuit in the city’s south early on Wednesday morning. Police say officers attached to the Western Region Operations Support Group were patrolling Kent Street, South Tamworth, just after 2am on Wednesday 31 December 2025 when they attempted to stop a Toyota sedan. When the vehicle allegedly failed to stop, a pursuit was initiated. A short time later, the vehicle stopped on Southview Street, West Tamworth, before two occupants allegedly exited the car and ran from the scene.

The Early Years Support program is strengthening ACCO-led early childhood services by improving workforce capability and outcomes for children, including in Tamworth.

Professional Bull Riders Australia has unveiled a blockbuster calendar for 2026, promising a record-setting season with more events and new tour stops.

More than 3,400 people sought help from homelessness services in New England and North West last year, with many turned away as providers struggled to keep up with soaring demand.

A cut to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme co-payment will slash the cost of medicines but Australians face higher power bills in 2026.

As 2025 draws to a close, Black Mountain Nursery is looking back on a year marked by reflection, celebration and community appreciation.

Anonymous posts in local Facebook groups promoting an appearance by Member for New England Barnaby Joyce at an unauthorised political rally, this time in Tamworth, have been quickly deleted.