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24/02/2025

The FM 100.3 New England Trophies Junior sports star is Alynyah Moran for Netball. Following a carnival in Queensland during the last school holidays, Alynyah represented NSW Indigenous squad, following this carnival, she has been selected to represent the Australian under 15 Budgies squad, and will tour later this year.
Congratulations Alynyah, you receive a trophy from New England Trophies

24/02/2025

The 2AD New England Trophies senior sports star this week is Dean Waters for Hockey, Dean has been selected to represent Australia over 35 mens squad in a series in Cairns from May 13th.
Congratulations Dean, you receive a trophy from New England Trophies.

24/02/2025

Residents in the Armidale region will be asked what makes the region a great place to live, study, work, and visit as part of a new livability study.

Armidale Regional Council (ARC) is participating in the 2025 Armidale Regional Livability Survey, joining over 80,000 people across Australia who have shared their views in previous studies.

ARC Mayor Sam Coupland said the insights residents share will be used to inform local strategic planning and priorities community ideas.

“By participating, residents will play an important role in shaping the future of the community and influencing planning and investment decisions that improve the quality of life for everyone in our region,” said Sam Coupland

“This livability study is an important opportunity for residents to share what makes Armidale such a special place to live, work, and visit.

“By understanding what matters most to the community, we can continue to build a vibrant and thriving region not only for our current residents but for people who are looking to move up to our fabulous area.

“By listening to the community, we can ensure that our future growth aligns with what people and Council truly values.”

ARC is committed to long-term planning that enhances livability of its region and promotes the well being of all residents.

“Your voice is needed, whether you’re a long-time resident, a student, or a visitor to the region. Everyone’s input matters.” said Mayor Coupland.

The survey will be live from February 17th and closes March 24th.
See Councils Website to be part of the Survey.

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24/02/2025

Community groups and organisers are invited to apply for the next round of Armidale regional Council community grants.

These grants aim to provide financial support for community projects and initiatives that may need modest funding to meet local needs and boost engagement throughout the community. These may include funding for building both communities and recreational opportunities, celebrating culture and encouraging creativity, ensuring environmental sustainability, or supporting economy and business.

Local not-for-profit organisations and groups that support and provide services to the Armidale regional community are eligible to apply for:

Community Small Grants – Up to $2000
Community Support Grants - $2000 - $5000

Applicants Must:
• Demonstrate that the proposed project will bring tangible benefits to residents of the Armidale Regional Council local government area
• Adhere to the required Work Health and Safety policies and practices and mandated by legislation
• Maintain appropriate and up-to-date insurance coverage
• Hold any necessary certifications when required, such as Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, or Working at Heights certification
• Have Successfully fulfilled all previous grant conditions and have no outstanding debts to the Council.
• Complete and submit an online Grant Application by the specified date

The opportunity to apply for the grant opened on Monday 17th of February and closes on Friday 14th March 2025.

For more, and to apply via smartygrants go to the Grants and Funding page on council’s website.

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24/02/2025

NSW Ambulance has welcomes 119 new paramedic interns and 14 new emergency medical call takers, after they were officially inducted at a ceremony at the State Operations Centre in Sydney.

And three of those are heading to the New England Region.

This graduation follows the Post Employment Tertiary Pathway (PEPT) induction help two weeks ago and will further boost frontline health services across the state, with many commencing their first shifts from this week.

“The new paramedic interns and emergency medical call takers represent the next generation of dedicated first responders, ready to serve communities across NSW.” Said Minister for Health, Ryan Park.

The new recruits joining the service come from a range of backgrounds and experiences and will be scattered throughout the region.

The paramedic interns will be posted across NSW to complete the on-road portion of their 12-month internships before taking permanent positions throughout both regional and metropolitan areas.

All the emergency medical call takers will be posted to Sydney Control Centre.

“Every call the new paramedic interns and emergency medical call takers respond to is an opportunity to make a difference and help those in our community in their most vulnerable moments.” Said NSW Ambulance Chief Executive Dr. Dominic Morgan.

- Story Taken from New England Times

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21/02/2025

Upcoming Fire Service Upgrade near Fresh and Save along Dumaresq and Jessie streets.

These upgrades will take place on the 24th to 26th of February 2025. The project involves replacing the current pipe to a large one to increase water volume to the fire service holding tank, aiding emergency response capabilities.

From 24th to 26th of February, expect temporary traffic controls, pedestrian detours, and some construction noise. The project should take three days, weather permitting.

For more enquiries call Mick Frost at 02 6770 3918

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21/02/2025

The 41st Armidale Eisteddfod entries are now open!

Entries close on Friday the 21st of March.

The competition program runs from Wednesday 14th of May to the 6th of June. Highlights include Choir Night, Band Night and the New England Championships. The Gala Concert will be help in the auditorium of the Old Teacher's College on Sunday the 15th of June at 2pm.

Elizabeth Peech, the committee president put emphasis on how important the Eisteddfod is as a performance opportunity for those in our community involved in Drama and Music. Peech continued on to say how fortunate we are to live in a city that truly values and supports the Arts.

Most Eisteddfod events are help in the Old Teachers College Auditorium. Admission ranged from $3 for a child's single session to $40 for an adult's season ticket. Tickets for the Gala Concert range from $5 for children to $10 for adults.

For more information head to

Celebrating young talent

21/02/2025

Parliamentary Committee to Consider Splitting Hunter New England Health

Northern Tablelands MP Brendan Moylan MP has encouraged the public to have their say on the introduction of the Health Services Amendment (Splitting of the Hunter New England Health District) Bill 2025.

The bill has been referred to the Legislative Assembly Committee on Community Services, allowing Hunter And New England locals to have their say.

Moylan Wants to advocate for better healthcare outcomes as the New England and North West regions are desperate for better healthcare services.

Moylan continued on to assure that he will let communities know when further details are released and when submissions are open.

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20/02/2025

Airport set to re - open!!

ARMIDALE AIRPORT TO REOPEN THIS AFTERNOON✈
Following today’s detailed examination of the runway pavement and rectification works to the soft areas, Armidale Regional Council will reopen the airport this afternoon.

Regular monitoring and inspections will be ongoing ensuring all airport compliance standards continue to be met.

We are working with Qantas and Link Airways to understand when their first flights will recommence, more to come...

20/02/2025

Community grant applications now open.

Groups and organisations encouraged to apply

20/02/2025

Health funding welcomed by all!

Armidale and Moree Hospitals and facilities to benefit

19/02/2025

Please be advised there will be a temporary outage around 8pm tonight.

Should only last 15 minutes or so.

Thank you for your patience!

18/02/2025

You can still donate goods at the Salvos or Lifeline in Beardy Street, or Vinnies in Tamworth.

Bundarra Road store set to close this month

17/02/2025

ARMIDALE AIRPORT - UPDATE✈
Tuesday 18 February

Armidale Airport remains closed except for aircraft with prior permission to operate. This is to allow aircraft currently at the airport to depart and to also assist local aviation companies to relocate aircraft. Serious medivac will continue to operate.

Flights will continue to operate out of Tamworth Airport and council will provide a bus service from the Armidale Airport to connect with those flights leaving and arriving in Tamworth.

By the end of tomorrow the team working on the pavement will complete all known issues. Council is engaging specialist pavement strength contractors on Wednesday who will conduct testing for the issues we cannot see with the runway pavement. This will determine if there are further soft spots that have yet to surface.

The pavement strength testing results will determine if the airport remains closed, opens for smaller aircraft, or reopens for unrestricted operations. If further works are required, they will be undertaken directly. If the test results are good, we will work with our airline partners to reinstate flights directly into Armidale as soon as possible.

BUS SCHEDULE - Tuesday 18 February
Buses depart from Armidale Airport
7am
9.30am
1.30pm
8pm departure from Tamworth Airport to Armidale.

17/02/2025

The FM 100.3 New England Trophies Junior sports star this week is Scarlett Newberry for athletics, Scarlett won gold at both the under 14 girls Regional and at the NSW Country athletics titles, taking the Gold in the under 14 girls 1500 metre Walk, the wins qualify her for the NSW titles later next month.
Congratulations Scarlett you receive a trophy from New England Trophies.

17/02/2025

The 2AD New England Trophies senior sports Star of this week is Ed Blomfield for cricket, Ed has been selected to represent the NSW Thunder in the over 40's Masters cricket carnival to be held at the Gold Coast next month.
Congratulations Ed, you receive a trophy from New England Trophies.

17/02/2025

New shearing facility en route to Uralla!

Uralla Showground to get new portable facility