AEMO’s Draft 2026 ISP is open for consultation until 13 February 2026 and will be finalised by June 2026.
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Posted inArts, Awards, Environment, General News, New England
Finalists announced for 2025 Environmental Music Prize
Thirty songs have been named finalists for the 2025 Environmental Music Prize, a $20,000 award that recognises Australian artists using music to connect audiences with nature and inspire climate action, including bushfire tribute “Up Armidale Road”
Posted inAgriculture, Awards, Good News
Australia makes mince meat of beef industry at awards
Australia has taken out several top categories and the most gold medals at the prestigious World Steak Challenge, presented in London on Monday.
Posted inByron Bay, Entertainment, Feature, Local festivals and shows
Blues fans to see red when Split Enz headline festival
The pioneering Kiwi band Split Enz will take centre stage as the iconic Byron Bay Bluesfest is resurrected for Easter 2026.
Posted inAgriculture, Good News, New England, North Coast Surrounds, Tourism, What's on
The Super Strawberry opens its fields for a season of family fun
It’s an especially sweet time at The Super Strawberry, and locals are invited to come along and savour it.
Posted inAwards, Ballina Shire, Community development
Nominations extended for 2026 Ballina Shire Australia Day Awards
BALLINA SHIRE: There is still time to recognise the local legends who make the community shine, with nominations for the 2026 Ballina Shire Australia Day Awards now extended until Friday 7 November.
Posted inBallina Shire, Community development, Consultations and feedback
Community invited to have their say on Ballina’s future growth
Ballina Shire Council is calling for community feedback on its Draft Local Strategic Planning Statement, which will shape how the region grows over the next 20 years, addressing housing diversity, ageing demographics and employment opportunities.
Posted inLocal festivals and shows, Travel
Tamworth Outdoor Living and Caravan Expo doubles in size for 2025
Tamworth’s huge lifestyle event is back and it’s bigger than ever, with the Outdoor Living and Caravan Expo returning later this month.
Posted inClarence Valley, Sport and fitness events
Runners set to take to the trails in Washpool this weekend
Recent rainfall won’t stop the Washpool World Heritage Trails running event celebrating its 15th year this weekend.
Posted inAwards, Local News, News, What's on
Scholarships boost community transport in NSW
Jo-Ann Fletcher from Tablelands Community Transport in Uralla has won one of eight industry scholarships that have been awarded to the community transport sector.