General – New England Times Directory

All Terrain Slashing and Mulching

Based in the New England region, All Terrain Slashing and Mulching is a locally owned and operated business run by Brett Talty. After moving from the coast eight years ago, Brett fell in love with country living and saw the need for reliable property maintenance in steep, overgrown, and hard-to-reach areas. What started as a way to manage his own land soon became a thriving small business helping others reclaim and maintain their properties. Using the powerful Sherpa 4x4 slashing…

Carelles

Carelles has been a much-loved part of Glen Innes since 1969, beginning as a small toy shop and evolving into one of the few remaining independent toy stores in NSW and QLD. Owned by Sue Waters since 2014, Carelles continues to offer that rare blend of variety, quality, and old-fashioned customer service. Beyond its extensive range of toys, board games, and puzzles, Carelles also stocks beautiful jewellery from Kunjani Designs, Devine Designs, Merchants of Venus, and Transglobal Trading. You’ll also…

Blithe Beauty and Massage

Blithe Beauty and Massage is where relaxation meets rejuvenation. Owned and operated by Raina Watts, a passionate beauty and wellness professional, the studio offers a wide range of treatments designed to help clients look and feel their best. From relaxing, remedial, and pregnancy massages (with private health rebates available) to luxurious facials, pedicures, waxing, and specialty services like hot stone massage, paraffin wax treatments, and microdermabrasion, each experience is tailored to individual needs. Raina’s genuine care, attention to detail, and…

Better Bodies With Bowen

Feel better with Bowen Therapy. Most people stumble upon Bowen Therapy when they have exhausted all other options to treat their pain. Better Bodies With Bowen in Hillvue is providing relief to those suffering from chronic pain through the power of Bowen therapy. This hands-on, soft tissue therapy is known for its ability to help with conditions like sciatica, neck pain, bulging discs, and fibromyalgia, among others. Cheree, the owner and therapist at Better Bodies With Bowen, has been practicing since…

Blacklock Media

Blacklock Media, run by Brendan Blacklock from Mihi / Uralla, is a full-service video production company offering professional video, stills, and voice-over services. Brendan is a father of three young boys and brings a wealth of life experience to his work, having travelled across Australia producing business and corporate videos, documentaries, and TV programs for ABC, SBS, and NITV. His diverse background in environmental science, telecommunications, youth work, and even retail gives him a unique ability to connect with everyday…

Rhaegal Dorpers

Rhaegal Dorpers is dedicated to breeding resilient, high-performing sheep that deliver real results for commercial producers. Led by Rick, a passionate and hands-on breeder in the New England region, the business uses a data-driven approach to focus on fertility, growth, and adaptability. Operating at over 1000 meters in the Northern Tablelands, their sheep are tested daily under extreme conditions, ensuring genetics that perform in real-world Australian environments. Rhaegal Dorpers prioritizes efficiency, producing sheep that grow faster, convert feed effectively, yield…

Sweetie Pie’s Bake Shop

Sweetie Pie’s Bake Shop is a small, family-run bakery proudly located across from Glen Innes High School. Owned by Nicole and Zaylie Hyde, this charming shop has become a local favourite for its award-winning pies, offering over 30 delicious flavours. Every pie is crafted entirely from scratch — from the rich, homemade stock that gives each flavour its unique depth to the delicate pastry prepared by their talented one-woman pastry chef. Unlike many bakeries that take shortcuts, Sweetie Pie’s believes…

Desert Moon Creative Art Space

Nestled in the heart of Glen Innes, Desert Moon Creative Art Space is where art, community, and creativity come together. Open on weekends, this vibrant hub offers a café-style atmosphere surrounded by locally made products, books, teas, perfumes, homewares, and art supplies. Desert Moon is more than a studio — it’s a place to connect, create, and be inspired. Founded by local artist and teacher Navina Honey, the space hosts hands-on workshops and classes for all ages, including Paint &…

Lennons Butchery

Lennons Butchery in Inverell, NSW, is a proudly family-owned business known for quality meats, friendly service and strong community roots. Serving Inverell and the surrounding region for generations, Lennons Butchery sources only the finest local beef, lamb and pork, ensuring freshness, flavour and traceability in every cut. From premium steaks and roasts to house-made sausages and smallgoods, everything is crafted with care by skilled butchers who take pride in their work. The team values personal service and local relationships, helping…

Ben’s Falls Retreat

Ben’s Falls Retreat is a family-run function venue and off grid accommodation set on a stunning gorge near Emmaville, NSW. Overlooking the Severn River waterfalls, it blends rustic craftsmanship, heartfelt hospitality and breathtaking scenery. The retreat hosts weddings, private functions, themed dining nights and boutique stays in two handcrafted cabins — the Cod Cabin for families and fishers, and the Kingfisher Cabin for couples seeking a peaceful escape. A third cabin is being built to welcome more guests while keeping…