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New Start Highland's The Yard Cafe now open From L-R: Will Russell Chef, Igor Faggion Front of House, Paula Rodgers Front of House and Yvonne Naylor Cafe Manager. Photography by John Paul Photography.

New Start Highland Puts Purpose on the Menu at The Yard Café

New Start Highland opens the doors to The Yard Café today at its Training and Reuse Village on Carsegate Road, Inverness.  The Café, a first for the leading reuse charity and social enterprise, serves its own blend of coffee from Inverness Coffee Roasting Company. It offers a selection of delicious cakes, made daily onsite, alongside […]

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PICTURE GALLERY: Relive the Magic of the Highland Business Awards 2025

The Highland Business Awards 2025 brought together the region’s business community for a day of celebration, inspiration and recognition at the Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness. From the excitement of the winners being announced to the energy in the room as we applauded their achievements, it was a truly memorable occasion. Expertly hosted by Nicky Marr, the

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New Start Highland Brings New Shop and Job Opportunities to Dingwall

Dingwall’s High Street is set to welcome a fresh addition this summer as New Start Highland opens a second shop in the town, bringing new retail and employment opportunities to the area. The new retail space, which will occupy the former M&Co premises, marks the charity’s sixth location across the Highlands. It will offer an

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Highland Business Dinner 2025: A Night to Celebrate the Spirit of the Highlands

Inverness Chamber of Commerce welcomed 300 guests to its flagship Highland Business Dinner on Friday 16 May at the Drumossie Hotel – celebrating another landmark year for business in the Highlands. The annual dinner is a highlight of the Chamber calendar, bringing together leaders and decision-makers from across the region for an evening of connection,

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From Crisis to Confidence: The Power of Community Support

As New Start Highland marks 25 years, Chief Executive, James Dunbar highlights how support from the business community has helped hundreds find purpose—and how this year’s dinner can grow that impact further. I always find the Highland Business Dinner an event of enormous value. It’s something I make sure I attend every year, to make

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New Start Highland Announced as Charity Partner for Highland Business Dinner 2025

Inverness Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce New Start Highland as the official charity partner for this year’s Highland Business Dinner, headlined by Adrian Chiles, celebrated TV and radio presenter, columnist, and documentary host. The annual event, a highlight in the region’s business calendar, will also raise vital funds to support New Start Highland’s

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Charity Marks 25 Years Launching Scotland’s First Training and Reuse Village 

Inverness-based charity and social enterprise New Start Highland is celebrating its 25th anniversary by starting construction on what will be Scotland’s first Training and Reuse Village. The £500,000 project, opening soon in Carsegate, Inverness, will feature pre-loved retail outlets, a bike repair hub, a tool library, a café and a training kitchen.  It is expected to create up to 40

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Scots Charity Harness Solar Energy To Serve Communities Across The Highlands

Renewable energy specialists, AES Solar has completed the installation of 250 Solar PV panels at Inverness charity and social enterprise, New Start Highland. The Forres-based organisation has installed 250 Solar PV panels across New Start Highland’s retail outlets, storage facilities, training buildings and offices.  It is one of the most prominent reconfigurations at the charity’s

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