Business NSW will announce the finalists for the 2026 New England Northwest Business Awards today, with 92 businesses and 22 individuals recognised for their outstanding contribution, achievement and success across the region. This year’s finalists span communities,...
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New England Northwest Tim Coates Recognised as Regional Hero
As Business NSW celebrates 200 years of representing and advocating for businesses across New South Wales, New England Northwest business and community leader Tim Coates has been recognised with a prestigious Service to the Region Award for his outstanding...
VALE Les Parsons
The Inverell business community is mourning the loss of Les Parsons who passed away peacefully on Sunday at the age of 90. Mr Parsons used his experience in electric motor repairs in Sydney to eventually move to Inverell and open Arlington Gasweld on February 2nd,...
Low Unemployment is a Win for Northern Tablelands
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan has welcomed new Parliamentary Research Service data showing the electorate continues to outperform most regional areas across the state on key employment measures. The Unemployment and JobSeeker Estimates report confirms...
Council to Advocate for Stronger Apprenticeship and Trainee Support in Inverell Shire
Inverell Shire Council will use feedback from local businesses and training providers to strengthen its advocacy for improved apprenticeship and trainee support across Inverell Shire. At its Ordinary Meeting held on 27 May 2026, Council resolved to seek input from the...
Nominations Open for the 2026 NSW Women of the year Awards
Nominations are now open for the NSW Women of the Year Awards. Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan says we have some remarkable women right across the Northern Tablelands who make extraordinary contributions to the lives of people around them without seeking...
Armidale Airport Could See Larger Aircraft Introduced
An extension of Armidale’s Regional Airport runway by 455 metres in the next five to 10 years from the current length of 1738 metres could see the addition of larger jet aircraft introduced by QANTAS. The Northern Daily Leader reports QANTAS currently use their...
Award-Winning Fishery to Expand Thanks to $175,595 Grant
Deano’s Smoked Trout Farm has been a mainstay for aquaculture and tourism in the Northern Tablelands for nearly three decades and now they are set to expand operations thanks to a $175,595 grant that has been secured from the NSW Government’s Aquaculture Industry...
Business Retention and Expansion Survey Closes Tomorrow
Inverell Shire Council is conducting the 2026 Business Retention and Expansion Survey. The economic and social wellbeing of our community is closely linked to the strength and continued growth of local businesses. By understanding the current business environment,...

