Armidale with its four distinct seasons, in the heart of the New England has a population of 25,000 covering an area of 4,200 sq km of tableland and gorge country. A rich history settlement resulting in an unique rural centre with a university, historic monuments, museums, galleries, colourful pubs, restaurants, coffee shops, bookshops, quality gift and clothing shops, central mall and a sophisticated lifestyle. It is surrounded by the state's most magnificent national parks, excellent grazing land and picturesque farm buildings.