Armidale with its unique blend of culture, state of the art technology, educational diversity and natural beauty is a city offering everything worth living for. Situated in the country half way between Sydney and Brisbane and only two hours from the coast, it enjoys a warm summer, tones of amber during the autumn, a crisp winter and an exhilarating spring. Resting high on the Northern Tablelands, it is the most cosmopolitan NSW city outside Sydney catering for harmonious living for 22,000 citizens from 53 different nationalities.

For artists, musicians and those who are otherwise culturally inclined, Armidale offers unique opportunities. The New England Regional Art Museum, one of ten museums, houses the acclaimed Hinton and Coventry collections and regularly exhibits the works of promising up and coming artists. The Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place is just a short walk away. The Newling centre provides a focus for performing arts and the resident New England Theatre Company tours regularly with professional productions. Numerous other theatres present quality live performances.

There are cinemas and craft centres. Jazz, modern and classical music are provided by the Armidale Symphony Orchestra, the New England Symphonia, Musica Viva and an assortment of bands and visiting ensembles. Highlights of the year include the annual carnivals such as " Wool Expo " with the excitement of the "Wearable Wool Awards" which attracts entries from all round the South Pacific. There is a Poetry and Music Festival, the Autumn Festival and a May Fair amongst others.

Why not see these exciting locations with friends, "Don't have a vehicle big enough?" NO PROBLEM ... for hire cars in Armidale, hire a "6 or 8 seater van" from Bargain Wheels and you, your friends and family will be enjoying the sites in no time.