Walcha: Nine injured, one critically, when demo-derby car crashes into crowd
AN investigation is underway after nine people were injured – one critically – when a demo-derby car crashed at Walcha last night. Emergency services were called to Walcha showground on Derby Street at about 6.15pm last night after a vehicle competing in a race crashed through a fence and hit a mobile grandstand. Bystanders rendered
Gunnedah: Armstrong in box seat to win maiden AFTN title
HE started the season as an underdog after returning from 13 years of self-imposed dirt track exile. But this weekend in Gunnedah, 36-year-old Tom Armstrong is on target to win the premier Pro 450 class in the 2025 Yamaha BLU CRU Aussie Flat Track Nationals. Armstrong, with team Honda, sits 110pts clear of defending champion
Landmark engagement between NSWALC and TAFE NSW
NSW Aboriginal Land Council has engaged TAFE NSW to deliver training to Aboriginal high school students participating in its landmark Junior Rangers’ Program, including programs at Lightning Ridge and Armidale. The program is a culturally grounded initiative designed to connect young people with Country, culture and education and is the largest national junior ranger program.
Armidale: Open Air Gallery brings local art to light in East Mall
ARMIDALE Regional Council, in partnership with the New England Regional Art Museum, is excited to announce the launch of the Open Air Gallery, located in the heart of the East Mall. The innovative public art initiative transforms the city centre with a curated selection of artworks displayed in illuminated light boxes, allowing residents and visitors
PCYC Armidale kicking goals with upgrades
HUNDREDS of people walk through the doors of the Armidale PCYC every week to take part in the many activities on offer. Those activities have received a significant boost with Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan delivering $26,950 through the Community Building Partnership program to re-sand and line-mark the sports floor. Mr Moylan said keeping
Yelarbon officially recognised as RV-friendly town
YELARBON has achieved official designation as an RV Friendly Town from the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia, joining a national network of destinations catering to recreational vehicle travellers from across the country. The status is also a significant milestone supporting regional tourism. Yelarbon offers a range of facilities that meet the eligibility requirements, including
UNE Tamworth Central Campus project marks milestone
THE University of New England’s plans for a new Tamworth campus have reached a significant milestone with the announcement of the successful company appointed to construct the project. After a competitive tender process, Central Coast-based construction firm North Construction and Building Pty Ltd will build the campus at the old velodrome site on Tamworth’s Peel
Cross-Border Commissioner Ian Leavers dies suddenly
COMMUNITIES across Queensland and northern New South Wales are saddened by the death of Cross-Border Commissioner and former President of Queensland Police Union, Ian Leavers on Monday. Mr Leavers was found deceased around 9.50am this morning after police were called to a Mount Ommaney address. His death is not being treated as suspicious, and investigations
Warialda: Charges laid after alleged pursuit, aggravated break-and-enter
A man has faced court charged after an alleged police pursuit and aggravated break-and-enter, as well as five other offences, at Warialda on the weekend. At about 4.50pm Saturday 8 November 2025, officers attached to New England Police District were patrolling Warialda – about 80km east of Moree – when they observed a Holden Commodore
New funding to safeguard Narrabri water supply
AN additional $4 million in funding has been committed by the NSW Government to deliver critical new infrastructure for drinking water in Narrabri. The funding will deliver a portable water treatment plant to treat water from two PFAS-contaminated bores to a level that meets Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. It will also support the investigation and
