Armidale book store Boobooks has been operating since 2006, but was purchased by current owner Yvonne Langenberg in 2018. Yvonne's vision has always been to create a place where everybody feels welcome and is much more than just a bookshop - to create a meeting place to exchange ideas and learn about this amazing place we live in. Boobooks is a book shop with both new and used books, as well as a space for reading, learning and conversation, with…
Glen Innes Bellydance teacher, Helen Tucker, started her business 'Shimmy in the Glen' in 2019 due to popular demand from friends and other members of the local community in asking for regular classes. After a brief hiatus during COVID, Helen now runs a weekly class with an occasional workshop on weekends. Through Bellydance, Helen helps people - ladies and gents - connect with their bodies and learn to move them in new and beautiful ways. This connection is an important…
Catherine Stephen officially started her photography business in January 2021, although it had been a side-hustle by this enthusiastically amateur snapper for some time. Finding it difficult to source good-quality images for social media publicity of various sporting groups, Catherine decided to give it a go, with striking results. Catherine has always had an interest in photography, and began taking photos as social media content for New England Rugby and local Armidale-based Rugby and Netball clubs. Her quality images have…
We are bulk screen printers T-Shirts, Hoodies, Tanks, Totes and more! Ministry of Shirts are located at 1/3 Southern Cross Drive in Armidale and supply locally throughout New England and the whole Nation. They currently supply printed garments to many businesses, sports teams, cafes, restaurants, gyms, hotels, Church groups, Uni groups and youth camps, using the best garments from international companies including AS Colour, JBS Wear, Gildan, American Apparel, Comfort Colours, Winning Spirit & RAMO. The Company is owned and…
JAMB Hats & Millinery is owned and run by Jo Barr, a textile artist, felter, milliner, teacher, educator, farmer, mum and partner. Jo produces a range of hand made hats and fascinators from a studio in Walcha and another at Currabubula. JAMB Hats & Millinery specialises in making hand made felt from Australian fibres, that is then sculpted into hats of varying styles including fedora's, trilbys and cloches. Where possible, Jo uses fibres direct from the producers that have been…
A little bit about us ... We are a small group of artisans, makers, creators, growers and producers who share a creative retail space, offering both an in-store and online shopping experience! So when you buy from us, you are actually supporting a whole group of micro-businesses all in the ONE shop! Our focus is on regional-based handcrafted products. Each contributor has been carefully selected (curated) for their quality goods and craftsmanship. Our shop offers you gifts and homewares that…
Pursehouse Rural have been operating retail branches in agricultural distribution for over 60 years and remain one of the largest independently owned agribusinesses in Australia. From humble beginnings as a hardware store established in Werris Creek, New South Wales, Pursehouse Rural have expanded to 25 Queensland, operating under the Pursehouse Rural brand. Today, Pursehouse Rural branches offer ag related products and services to our customers including agronomy services, seed, fertiliser, agricultural chemical, general merchandise, hardware, feed and produce. Pursehouse Rural…
We are a unique boutique gift shop located in Guyra NSW and focused on local artisans and creators, as well as a large range of sustainable clothing, mostly quality pre-loved items. We also stock a fabulous variety of quality Australian brands, lovingly sourced with supporting small business in mind! We are incredibly locally focused, showcasing work and talents from within our local community and surrounds. So much of what we sell can only be found in this region and we…
the seasons story Seasons of New England took shape motivated by experiences of makers and artisans operating in the larger ‘market’ economy, where product was often competitive in terms of price rather than quality. A passion for valuing the time and care behind producing handmade products led founder Tara Toomey to explore the possibility of building an inclusive yearly event where local makers and artisans were able to come together to sell their products. Built very much around the belief…
Affordable, Comfortable Accommodation in the Heart of Tamworth Locally operated, the Econo Lodge Gateway Tamworth has been welcoming guests for many years, offering affordable 3-star accommodation for business and leisure travellers, as well as sporting and event groups visiting Australia’s country music capital. Our 61-room motel features a range of well-appointed rooms and suites designed for families, groups, and solo travellers. Guests can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, BBQ area, and on-site dining at Restaurant 2ThirtySix, as well as conference…
