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Narrabri to be centre of region’s investment conversation at Future Invest Forum

Narrabri will host a regional investment forum later this month, bringing together business, government and industry leaders to explore opportunities for economic growth across the New England North West. The New England North West Future Invest Forum 2026 will be held on Thursday 22 October at The Crossing Theatre’s Riverside Room from 10.30am to 2pm. Hosted by Business NSW New England North West, with Narrabri Shire Council as major partner, the event will focus on the theme “Innovation and Investment Shaping the New England North West”. Business NSW New England North West regional director Stephanie Cameron said the forum would […]

Oct 18, 2026

NSC small business month 2026

Narrabri Shire’s small businesses will have access to a range of workshops, networking opportunities and business development events throughout October as part of NSW Small Business Month. Narrabri Shire Council has participated in the annual initiative since 2018, with this year’s program focusing on emerging technology, digital capability, tourism development, financial management, networking and regional economic growth. The program includes six free events, the ticketed Business NSW New England North West Future Invest Forum and the council’s continued support of the Narrabri Chamber of Commerce Business Awards, which was held on Saturday 10 October. The council’s small business liaison officer, […]

Oct 18, 2026

Magnificent marathon effort by NVCS teacher

The community cheered on Namoi Valley Christian School teacher Geraldine Cronje recently as she completed a marathon distance: 42.2 kilometres, running from her home in Wee Waa to Narrabri. “It’s my first marathon in Australia since we immigrated here one and a half years ago – very exciting,” she said. “I’m just a South African teacher running in my new home country. “My husband (Stefan) will be driving behind me all the way.” Mrs Cronje was also supported by NVCS students and families, some cycling beside her as they all cheered her on, every step of the way, […]

Oct 18, 2026

Opening night celebration kicksoff CREATE Festival

The 2026 CREATE Festival kicked off with great fanfare at the opening night celebration held at The Crossing Theatre. Following the unveiling of new public art outside the Narrabri Region Visitor Information Centre, the festivities shifted indoors for this year’s water-themed event. A diverse range of works from local and regional artists was showcased at the opening night. The night marked the start of two weeks of art, culture and creativity across Narrabri Shire. Mayor Darrell Tiemens, who officially opened CREATE at the opening night celebration, praised the outstanding quality of work at the exhibition. […]

Oct 17, 2026