Stop trying to rip up the Armidale mall
RK Crosby has a different idea on what’s wrong with the Armidale mall, and it isn’t a lack of cars.
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Letter: Barnaby, it’s time to go.
QW: “With a heavy heart” Joyce resigns
OPINION >
Spending money to make money
Deni McKenzie writes that Armidale Regional Council’s ideas of investing in the future seem to be out of whack.
Why is Canberra hogging the Indigenous Procurement pie?
Dean Foley writes there is something really odd going on in Indigenous procurement, and our communities are missing out.
In the fight for clean energy, regional voices deserve better
The Breaking News that Wasn’t
QUICK WORD: OPINIONS IN LESS THAN 100 WORDS
QW: “With a heavy heart” Joyce resigns
Jan Kleeman says: Barnaby Joyce’s “heavy heart” syndrome stems from the fact that no-one in Parliament …not even his biggest political ally…
QW: Mudgee stands with New England
Michael Sweeney from Mudgee says regional communities are united in the battle to restore their railways, after years of being dismissed by…
IDEAS >
New England can’t accept being one of NSW’s worst places for domestic violence
Dean Foley writes that in the New England, we don’t need a campaign to remind us that violence is a problem.
When did ‘net zero’ become just another term for renewables?
RK Crosby says the term ‘net zero’ does not mean ‘renewable energy’ and we’ll continue to be stuck on these issues until we’re talking about the same thing.
Scaling Without Losing the Spark
Mark Palmer says the most dynamic FMCG, food and lifestyle brands are founder-led – driven by vision, belief and authenticity. His founderproof® approach helps businesses scale without losing the spark that creates lasting brand value.
REGIONAL >
Radiology deserts in regional NSW are a policy failure costing millions
An Open Letter to the Prime Minister – When the Bush Pays for the City’s Silence
REGULARS >
Chaffey’s Corner: Last sitting week of the year
Denise’s Desk: City Racing Gets the Glory While the Bush Gets the Bill
Letter: Barnaby, it’s time to go.
Jack from Armidale says Joyce’s 12 years delivered little for New England, contrasting his record with past independent wins like Bolivia Hill and the Scone bypass.…
Keep readingLetter: Railway renewal as political spending equity
I refer to the Siri Gamage article; Merits of Regional Rail Renewal vs a Rail Trail: Failures of Decision-Making in New England (14 November 2025). I…
Keep readingLetter: Trains North’s current petition re rail
John Burrell from Armidale writes that the Trains North petition to reopen the railway north of Armidale is misguided – the line is derelict, bridges collapsed…
Keep readingLetter: Rail Line and REZ
Rick writes transport and energy are both highly important and the REZ and its associated transmission lines can assist with both.
Keep readingLATEST COMMENTS >
Michael Hargreaves- got any more funny stories ??? I could do with a laugh.
Darren Collier- neither side do which is why they export our coal and gas for bugger all taxes and Royalties.…
ENGAGE POLL >
EDITORIAL >
Engage Poll Results: Leadership and Candidates
Read all the numbers form the most recent Engage Poll on Joyce, candidates, and directly eelcted mayors.
Have your say in more ways on Engage
We’re improving the range of voices we have on New England Times Engage, and seeking regular contributors who would like to have their own column, as well as broadening the kinds of articles and letters.
SOCIAL ISSUES >
Denise’s Desk: It’s Time to Give Our Community Preschool Teachers the Pay They Deserve
Denise McHugh writes that we need to be ensuring community preschool teachers are paid on par with primary teachers.
ENVIRONMENT >
Rail cheaper than trucks
Mal Peters says freight once arrived in Armidale by train, but government cuts shifted it to trucks and crumbling roads. He argues reopening the Armidale north rail corridor is vital for Australia’s freight competitiveness and environmental future.
SOLUTIONS >
Young food entrepreneurs are changing the face of rural America
Rural America is experiencing a culinary renaissance, with young, diverse residents driving growth in local food startups, shared kitchens, and innovative programs that connect agriculture, community, and entrepreneurship.
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT >
Ask an ethicist: How much should politics influence my dating decisions?
Daniel Finlay from The Ethics Centre says dating is hard enough without apps, but there’s a few things to think about before you put your political preferences on your dating profile.