Will the social media ban ruin teenage lives?
The main topic of conversation in playgrounds and schoolyards lately is the social media ban and how to get around it. The ban starts today, Wednesday 10 December 2025, and …
Rogue comet captured
A clear night and a bit of cosmic luck have combined to give a local skywatcher an unforgettable moment capturing a rare image of an interstellar invader. Coonabarabran amateur astronomer, …
Unlicensed spray operators on notice in Western Plains blitz
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is urging farmers, contractors and rural businesses to double-check their pesticide licences and training as a new compliance blitz begins across the northwest. With …
What are the safety alternatives after speed reductions shelved?
The chair of Australia’s peak trucking body has welcomed a decision by the federal government to shelve a proposed limit reduce limits on roads with no sign-posted speed. The Australian Trucking Association’s …
Councils win grants to update drinking water operations
Brewarrina, Lachlan and Warrumbungle councils have secured hundreds of thousands of dollars from the NSW government to upgrade drinking water treatment in four towns. Treatment plants in Condobolin, Lake Cargelligo, …
“Environmental vandalism” – Energy Zone operator condemned
The company in charge of the transmission lines for the large roll out of the Central West Energy Zone has come under criticism from several quarters. From politicians to environmentalists …
Holly earns her spot on Australian World Cross Country Team
Warren’s Holly Campbell has earned a spot on the 2026 World Cross Country team representing Australia. Holly who spent a lot of time running around her parent’s property as a …
Work starts on new pump stations supplying Cobar
Work has begun to replace two aging pump stations supplying drinking water to Cobar. The NSW government says the stations at Nyngan and Hermidale will have remote monitoring and boost …