Third raid on illegal tobacco outlets in Warrumbungle Shire
Warrumbungle Shire Council continue to walk the talk when it comes to tackling the illicit tobacco trade within their boundaries. On Tuesday 7 October council officers took part in a …
Tour De OROC peddles through the West
The Tour De OROC fundraiser ride is cycling 800 kilometres through the Western Plain’s wild weather this week for the annual Macquarie Home Stay fundraiser. Hosted by the Rotary Club …
Council to remove Quambone tyre hazard
Residents in the Quambone township will breathe easier after Coonamble Shire Council confirmed they expect to remove a tyre fire hazard at a residence before the end of the month. …
‘Super tax’ backflip a win for common sense
Both farming bodies and financial professionals have described the federal government’s switch away from some of its so-called Super Tax changes ‘a win for common sense’. On Monday 13 October …
Pilliga Road brumby deaths a mystery
A local property owner has reported two dead brumbies beside the Pilliga Road around 50 kilometres north east of Coonamble, the cause of death is unknown. The person, who wishes …
Build begins for youth accommodation
Construction is underway for youth housing at Coonamble and Gulargambone as Coonamble Shire Council continues to search for a community housing provider. Workers began pouring concrete foundations at the 28 …
It pays to buy local
Photo: 2023 Buy Local winner Pauline Hammond with Tamika Hammond (Gular RTC), Gary Singh (Friendly Grocer) and Kris Chaudry (Gular Pharmacy). This year's Buy Local blitz is underway, with 61 …
No start in sight for housing subdivision
There is still no sign of the first two houses planned for the Yarran Street housing subdivision on a vacant plot of land at the intersection with Reid Street in …
Coonamble Shire Council fills vacant general manager seat
Greg Hill has been appointed as the new Coonamble General Manager (GM) and Coonamble Mayor Dan Keady is excited for what he brings to the table. Mr Hill will take …