News 2020

A day in her resourceful life - What was it like for women in the late 19th century? A new exhibition at the Armidale Folk Museum depicts daily life for a woman of that time using objects from the museum’s collection dating from the 1880s.
Accessibility group seeks passionate advocates - Residents with experience and a passion for inclusive and accessible communities are invited to nominate for a new Council advisory group.
Airport display showcases UNE attractions - A new display at Armidale Regional Airport aims to promote awareness of some of the opportunities available for travellers to visit UNE.
Annual road resealing program underway - Council's annual road reseal maintenance program commences from tomorrow across the Armidale region.
App gives easier access to Council services - Many Council services and updates are now even easier to access thanks to additions and improvements to the Council online app.
Armidale Autumn Festival returns in April - Armidale’s annual Autumn Festival celebration is returning on Saturday 4 April 2020, transforming the city’s centre into a hub of entertainment and tourist attractions.
Armidale region plays critical role during bushfire season - The Armidale region supplied three and half million litres of water for aerial fire fighting efforts through north eastern NSW during the recent bushfire emergency.
Armidale region shares in $2.7m drought stimulus funding - $2.7 million cash injection for three local councils, aimed at supporting projects which will stimulate their drought-affected economies.
Asbestos lifeline for Walcha bushfire victims - Walcha district residents impacted by last year’s bushfires will receive a helping hand from their Armidale region neighbours, with the Armidale Waste Management Facility set to receive asbestos and other fire related debris from damaged homes.
Autumn Festival & Twilight Markets cancelled - Events cancelled due to compulsory bans on gatherings of over 500 people.
Business leaders unite to tackle effects of Covid-19 on local businesses - A meeting of business leaders, Chamber of Commerce, councillors and council staff via video link was convened today. The meeting was held to respond to the growing hurt felt by local businesses due to the rapid control of Covid-19.
China shipment a triumph for recycling system - A 35-tonne shipment of recycled plastics, destined for China, is another feather in the cap for the Armidale region’s distinctive recycling program.
Citizens group to identify climate change actions - Local actions to address climate change will be identified by a new working group being formed by Council.
Community Heritage Fund applications now open - Owners of properties listed as heritage items in Council’s Local Environmental Plan 2012 (LEP) can apply for a grant through a Community Heritage Fund established by Council and funded through the NSW Heritage Office.
Community spirit rises with water levels as Malpas Dam hits 50 percent - Community spirit rises with water levels as Malpas Dam hits 50 percent
Council keeps services operating - Council is getting on with business to provide services and infrastructure for the community, while taking steps to protect its staff and residents from COVID-19 crisis.
Council supports REX decision to suspend flights - Today’s announcement by REX Airlines that it is suspending flights to Armidale is regrettable but entirely understandable given the impacts of the COVIC-19 Corona virus, Armidale Regional Council Mayor Simon Murray said.
Council welcomes State funding to assist with cost of exploratory groundwater drilling - To assist with Council’s groundwater exploratory drilling member for Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall has announced funding of $500,000 from the NSW Government. Although this does not cover the full cost to Council of the exploratory drilling any funding support from the State Government is very welcome and eases the financial burden on our community.
Council’s response to Coronavirus - On advice from State and Federal Governments Armidale Regional Council is implementing a number of social distancing policies and temporary public facility closures to ensure the safety of our community and to Council staff.
Drought relief brings affordable family fun - Families can enjoy plenty of affordable family entertainment in Guyra this month, thanks to a State Government grant secured by Council.
Extraordinary Council Meeting - An Extraordinary Council Meeting will be held in the Armidale Council Chambers from 9am on Thursday 12 March.
Extraordinary Council Meeting 12 March 2020 - Live stream the Extraordinary Council Meeting 12 March 2020
First Nations’ culture recognised in playground naming poll - The history and culture of our region’s First Nations are being recognised in the name of the new playground currently under construction in Armidale’s Curtis Park.
Fly Corporate announce suspension of service - The unfolding Covid-19 crisis has forced Fly Corporate to suspend passenger services from Armidale to Brisbane
Further rain boosts dams but restrictions remain - The Armidale region’s town water supply has received a slight boost from rain in January but storage levels are still at historic lows and Level 5 restrictions remain in place.
Glitzy gathering for Seniors Extravaganza - There will be added glitz and glamour in Guyra when the biennial Seniors Extravaganza is held on Monday 9 March.
Health activist is top Guyra citizen for 2020 - Cancer support volunteer and community health activist Sue Adams is the Guyra 2020 Australia Day Citizen of the Year.
Leading sports presenter is Oz Day Ambassador - High-profile journalist, author and football fan Liz Deep-Jones is the Armidale region’s Australia Day Ambassador for 2020.
Library transforms services to meet demand - Armidale Regional Library has introduced a ‘book and collect’ service and expanded its home delivery service so members can access books and other resources during the COVID-19 shutdown.
Live stream Council Extraordinary Meeting 31 January 2020 - Watch the Council Extraordinary Meeting 31 January 2020 live
Live stream Council Ordinary Meeting 26 February 2020 - Watch the Ordinary Council Meeting
Local wildflowers shine through drought - Recent drought conditions have given local wildflowers a chance to shine, initiating a potential change in the management of some Armidale region parks.
Manual pumps maintain water to elevated Armidale homes - Temporary changes to pumping systems will help maintain water supplies to a section of Armidale experiencing a loss of water pressure, after a lightning strike severely damaged pumping equipment at Council’s northern water reservoir on Wednesday.
March BOM forecast to guide Council on future water restrictions for region - Council is playing it safe and maintaining current water restrictions for the Armidale region at least until the latest forecast from the Bureau of Meteorology is released in March.
March Council meeting cancelled - Council’s March Ordinary Meeting has been cancelled, while revised meeting processes are being investigated to protect councillors, staff and members of the public during the current COVID-19 crisis.
Mayor calls for independent mediator - Armidale Regional Council Mayor Cr Simon Murray says he remains committed to improving relationships with Councillors
Mayor states commitment to remain in role - Armidale Regional Council Mayor Simon Murray has stated his commitment to remain in the role, saying the need for cohesion and consistency to maintain Council’s positive work outweighed a vote of no confidence at an extraordinary meeting today.
McGarry heads 2020 Oz Day Award winners - Rotary executive member and hockey administrator Jenny McGarry has been named Armidale’s Citizen of the Year for 2020.
New roundabout on Elm Avenue - A new roundabout will be constructed next month to improve traffic safety at an intersection on the University of New England’s (UNE) Armidale campus.
Next chapter for more agile libraries - Armidale Library will be more versatile to host activities and services, thanks to modifications being made to the front of the library building from this week.
Notice of a Public Meeting - A public meeting of the NSW Local Government Grants Commission will be held on Tuesday 11 February 2020 at Council Chambers, 135 Rusden Street, Armidale commencing at 9am.
Puddledock funding brings greater water security - Water security for Armidale region town water customers will be boosted by a Puddledock Dam pipeline upgrade officially set in motion today.
Region buoyed by recent rainfall - minimal impact on dams - Recent rainfall across the Armidale region is welcome news for farmers and rural land owners but has had minimal impact on Malpas Dam.
Shade strategy for playgrounds - A five-year strategy to provide shade at playgrounds in the Armidale region has been presented to Council for consideration for its 2020/2021 Budget.
Storm damage repairs on Kempsey Road - Work is underway to repair storm damage on Kempsey Road, with a target to reopen an initial section by 9 April.
Water strategy a key step to higher dam capacity - Measures to increase Malpas Dam’s storage capacity and boost water security for the Armidale region have moved another step closer, with Council launching a long-term assessment of the Armidale region’s water infrastructure, supply needs and community expectations.
Work commences to link emergency bores - Council crews have begun to construct the underground piping and pumping network

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Council’s response to Coronavirus: On advice from State and Federal Governments Armidale Regional Council is implementing a number of social distancing policies and temporary public facility closures to ensure the safety of our community and to Council staff.

App gives easier access to Council services: Many Council services and updates are now even easier to access thanks to additions and improvements to the Council online app.

Water restrictions: Armidale is currently on Level 4 water restrictions and Guyra is on Level 5.

Work commences to link emergency bores: Council crews have begun to construct the underground piping and pumping network

Business leaders unite to tackle effects of Covid-19 on local businesses: A meeting of business leaders, Chamber of Commerce, councillors and council staff via video link was convened today. The meeting was held to respond to the growing hurt felt by local businesses due to the rapid control of Covid-19.

Fly Corporate announce suspension of service: The unfolding Covid-19 crisis has forced Fly Corporate to suspend passenger services from Armidale to Brisbane

Library transforms services to meet demand: Armidale Regional Library has introduced a ‘book and collect’ service and expanded its home delivery service so members can access books and other resources during the COVID-19 shutdown.

Council keeps services operating: Council is getting on with business to provide services and infrastructure for the community, while taking steps to protect its staff and residents from COVID-19 crisis.

March Council meeting cancelled: Council’s March Ordinary Meeting has been cancelled, while revised meeting processes are being investigated to protect councillors, staff and members of the public during the current COVID-19 crisis.

Council supports REX decision to suspend flights: Today’s announcement by REX Airlines that it is suspending flights to Armidale is regrettable but entirely understandable given the impacts of the COVIC-19 Corona virus, Armidale Regional Council Mayor Simon Murray said.

Community Heritage Fund applications now open: Owners of properties listed as heritage items in Council’s Local Environmental Plan 2012 (LEP) can apply for a grant through a Community Heritage Fund established by Council and funded through the NSW Heritage Office.

Autumn Festival & Twilight Markets cancelled: Events cancelled due to compulsory bans on gatherings of over 500 people.