After a somewhat extended summer hiatus – hello winter anyone – we have started publishing again, and our editorial team has re-evaluated the approach to consistently deliver Vivid Minds Vivid Futures to the quality standard, and with the frequency, we feel is needed, while also managing our individual growing businesses. To achieve our ambitions to…
Fenella Jane is the owner of the family owned and operated Tamworth HoneyPot Health, a Tamworth institution for the last 35 years.
Aileen MacDonald, OAM, is a driving force behind Renew Armidale and the President of Business New England. In her 32 years in the New England, she has made a name for herself championing community issues and local business.
Raphaella Kathryn Crosby is the Principal of KORE Communication Strategy Research, Founder of Migraine Australian, and leads quantitative research for the Aurora Strategy Group.
Anna Bullard is the owner of The Armidale Blind Lady and is a curtain, blind and shutter expert, servicing the New England and surrounding areas.
Deanna Williamson, Occupational Therapist and owner of OT Time Kids Therapy, works with families on children’s ‘occupations’ –or what children occupy themselves with every day.
Deb and Tracy, both gifted makers, are passionate supporters of local creatives and Australian businesses. Their stunning gift shop in the Armidale Mall is a destination that delights locals and visitors alike.
Daniel provides high quality IT solutions to businesses in the New England region. Formerly operating as Daniel Baldwin IT, he has now joined forces with Laurence Nussbaumer and launched New England Business Technology, united in their mission to help their clients do business better.
Kyle Garrahy is a high-achieving real estate specialist who has built a reputation for meeting or exceeding the expectations of his clients.
Jason is the co-owner of Easy as – Drive thru Coffee and Ridgey Didge Pies Armidale
During the COVID pandemic Adam pivoted his business to fill a market gap, allowing him to retain his staff and end up with a fantastic product that helps businesses build brand awareness.
Garry Slocombe, the treasurer of Renew Armidale, aims to reinvigorate the Armidale mall as the city’s cultural heart.
Llara Wright is the owner and manager of Intersport Armidale. As part of one of the world’s largest sporting retail groups, she invests in the local community and actively supports many local sporting clubs and associations.
Mark Harris is the principal and owner of Armidale Home Loans, a long-established business that has recently headquartered in Armidale. Mark specialises in home and investment home loans.
Caleb, owner of Altitude Business Advisory, partners with small to medium businesses to help them reach new heights and looks after all their accounting, tax, and business advisory needs.
Jypsi Hooper is the owner of the Rainbow Room in Guyra. The Rainbow Room specialises in locally crafted children’s clothes and gifts and is one of the businesses driving Guyra’s business renewal, attracting local business and highway travellers.
Jemma Mulligan is the owner and director of En Pointe Health, a physiotherapy practice that helps people to remain mobile, strong and happy through treatment, education and exercise.
Laurence Nussbaumer is the owner of MonfiaConnect and a co-founder of Vivid Minds Vivid Futures. MonfiaConnect is a web design business that customises websites to suit individual clients’ needs.
Joanna is the principal of Righting Writing. A professional editor, Joanna’s main focus is on academic editing, particularly for non-native English speakers. Joanna is a co-founder of Vivid Minds Vivid Futures.
Ingrid Rothe is a Brand Marketing Strategist. For Ingrid, marketing is not about selling products or services, rather it’s about telling brand stories with heart and forging emotional connections with your brand.
Ed Campbell of Seek+Deploy provides digital content for rural, regional and remote change-makers, entrepreneurs and innovators.
Jen Scanlan is the principal of Heights Proofreading. Heights Proofreading provides proofreading, copy editing, and structural editing services, as well as some copywriting.
Dr James O’Hanlon, biologist turned artist, is transitioning The Mall Arcade in Armidale into a vibrant, fun, and colourful place with his murials.
Rosie Barnett, the owner of Seesaw Coffee Co in Armidale, focuses on creating a family-friendly social atmosphere while providing a unique blend of coffee and healthy, home-cooked meals.
Jo Hartmann, the owner of Tamworth Indoor Plant Hire, provides and services quality indoor plants and pots to businesses and organisations in the Tamworth district.
Naomi Davidson is the publican at the Royal Hotel in Guyra, and alongside her family has been doing great things in the centre of the township.
Lisa is the team captain of the Concepts of Armidale fashion and lifestyle store. Concepts has won several awards for its warm and friendly customer service.
Samantha works with businesses to create unique visual identities that bring their brand to life, focusing on quality executions that will help them achieve their business objectives.
Rebecca Spence, Executive Director of Peaceworks Pty Ltd and Training Lead at the University of New England, and is the training leader of three major programs funded by the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research.
Rechell Leahy’s work is focused on rural, regional and remote business development and she has a passionate interest in women’s leadership and eliminating barriers to business entry for RRR founders.
Early Bird Bookkeeping offers more than just a bookkeeping service; they specialise in providing complete outsourced financial services to SMEs and helping start-ups get a handle on their financials.
Oracle Insurance Solutions Pty Ltd find the best insurance cover at the most cost effective premium for their clients, and strive to be an advocate for their clients, especially when it comes to claims.
Eva provides Buteyko breathing technique training and Bowen massage therapy to enhance individual and community health and well-being.
Clementine is one half of the team behind Gourmet Catering company, Little Cocos.
Shirley Heffernan is the owner of Fusspots, located in Ebor, it is a family operated café open for breakfast and lunch.
Sarah is a talented maker who works from a home studio designing and creating resin jewellery.
Jonathan is the owner of Office Express, which supplies businesses in Armidale and across the New England regional with all their office needs.
Mick provides individually tailored personal fitness sessions to a diverse range of clients
Chris Thompson is the Commodore of the New England Sailing Club, and loves giving back to the community and getting people out of the house and back into the elements.
Chris Eather is the owner of the Freestyle Bouldering Gym, one of the first gyms of its type in Australia.
Gretel works with newly separated women, helping them transition and thrive beyond separation.
Mel along with fiancé Shane Kliendienst, is the co-owner of Buddha Belly Kitchen, renowned for its Buddha Belly Balls.
Bridget Doran is the owner of The Herd Bar, a mobile vintage caravan serving specialty coffee, gelato and bar hire.
Beattie and David share a passion for fantasy, art, and making beautiful, unique, heirloom toys.
Bones is a well-known local who has run Bones’ Tyres for the last 10 years and is known for his quality customer service.
Jason has been a content maker for over thirty years, producing several award-winning short films and documentaries.
Murray Scanlan, a long-serving member of NSW Ambulance, is educating and supporting paramedics to meet the challenges of a COVID world.
Black Dot Music is more than a retail store – it also provides information to teachers and connects people who want to play music together.
Together with his wife, Selina, Ben has been providing uniquely heat treated, composted cow manure to gardeners across the local area since 2018
Meg Tickle, the owner of Precise Acupuncture & Massage. Meg has a passion for healthcare, with a focus on how acupuncture and massage can support emotional and mental wellbeing.
Lewis Wheatley is the owner of Charlie’s Last Stand, a popular small bar in Armidale that serve a range of Australian wine, cocktails, spirits and beer.
Laura uses plants in jars to create gorgeous living art. Bennie Bottles now has a shopfront in the Armidale Mall.
Simon’s photo work with the Ezidi community has recently featured on the front cover of the Australian Weekend Magazine.
Calum and the team at Thunderbolt Equine provide general and specialised health care for all equines.
Lisa Whitty is the joint owner of Hunt’s Carpets. Lisa and her husband, Ken, have owned and operated the business for the past nine years and are strong supporters of local businesses and community organisations
Bettina Donohue is the new owner of Blacksheep Wool ‘n’ Wares in the main street of Guyra. For Bettina, it’s not only a job, it’s a passion.
Matt Neary is the owner of a new start-up in Armidale – Laneway Café. He is passionate about hospitality and an advocate for paddock to plate.
Liz Ferris, District Coordinator, NSW Rural Fire Service, New England Zone. Liz is the 2IC for the New England Zone, which covers Armidale, Uralla and Walcha council areas.
Aileen is well known within the community for her involvement in the Guyra & District Chamber of Commerce, where she is currently Secretary, as well as other community-based organisations such as Renew Armidale.
Paul Schmude is the owner of SportsPower Armidale and an advocate for local businesses.
Selina Anne Ryan is the owner of Pulse by Selina Anne Fitness. Pulse is celebrating its Grand Opening on Saturday 13 June!
Eilish Chalmers is the newly appointed Executive Officer for the Armidale Business Chamber.
Chris and Tarryn Walker share a passion for chiropractic and lifelong learning – their goal is not only to give their patients pain relief, but also the tools to stay well.
Paul Cohen was the driving force behind the launch of northTEC, Tamworth in 2019. northTEC is Tamworth’s only authorised Apple Service Provider.
Ross Patch is renowned in Armidale for his quality teas and coffees at the multi-award-winning Daily Ritual. Two years ago, Ross went on holiday to New Zealand and from there, New England Hatters was born.
Starfish Initiatives has won numerous awards including the 2017 Northern Inland Innovation Award for its global Biochar for Sustainable Soils initiative.
Jeff has been a plumber for 32 years and has run his own business for 14 years. He loves plumbing and can’t think of anything he’d rather be doing.
