The Echo reports that theatre production Sex Drugs and Handrails, which was nearly sold out, has added an extra show on Sunday, 23 August, with proceeds benefiting refugee settlement programs in the Northern Rivers.
NBN News Northern Rivers reports that Norco has released its National Farmer Wellbeing Report revealing concerning trends in the agricultural sector: one in five farmers are experiencing poor mental health, with 41% considering exiting farming altogether.
Australian Rural & Regional News reports that Man From Snowy River Bush Festival volunteers ran a barbecue outside Corryong IGA to support Farm Angels' 'Flanno for a Farmer' campaign, which has raised over $1.269 million for farming families in financial hardship.
Several regional publications have released new editions this week. Australian Rural & Regional News reports that the Allora Advertiser issued its 19 August 2026 edition, On Our Selection News released its 20 August 2026 issue, the Corryong Courier came out on 20 August 2026, the Narrandera Argus published on 20 August 2026, and the Tarrangower Times released its 21 August 2026 edition.
A number of broader rural and regional developments have also been reported. Australian Rural & Regional News reports that Greenmount equestrian participant Tamara Patch will represent Australia at the Working Equitation World Championships in Spain next month, competing in disciplines including dressage, obstacle handling, speed events, and cattle team penning.
Australia's largest garlic growers have launched world-first research aimed at transforming the global nutraceuticals market, with potential for rapid expansion into the US market and job creation in regional Australia, according to Australian Rural & Regional News.
The 48th Grenfell Show will be held on 4–5 September 2026, celebrating agricultural excellence in the Grenfell region, with Piawaning Expo scheduled for 5 September 2026, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.