Man arrested over drug supply in Walgett and Bourke
A man arrested in Walgett yesterday (Wednesday 10 September) has been charged with drug and domestic violence offences. Strike Force MENINGIE II is an investigation led by officers from Central …
Check your checks (for the kids’ sake!)
Only a fortnight ago, Western Plains App reported on new laws set to strengthen Working with Children Checks (WWCC) in New South Wales. Now, during Child Protection Week (Sunday September …
Boost to suicide prevention funding for the Western Plains
A $1.86 million funding boost will expand suicide prevention services across Western NSW, targeting communities facing some of the highest suicide rates in the country. The announcement from the Western …
Relocating Gular skate park is one safety option
Coonamble Shire Council are weighing how to protect Gulargambone children from vehicles after the second crash at Jack White Memorial Park in three years. Fortunately, no one was in the …
Switching students on to self-care and seeking help
On Thursday 11 September I had the pleasure of running a special R U OK? Day session at Coonamble Public School with the Year 3/4 and Year 5/6 students. We …
Animal-proof airport fencing now progressing
Coonamble Shire Council say they are seeking quotes for animal exclusion fencing at Coonamble Airport. The council have been in talks with the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to navigate …
Business donates to cancer fund
Locals travelling for cancer treatment will have an extra leg up with $500 in fuel vouchers donated by local businesses. Mobil Service Stations and RAMS Motel owner Latha Pothu got …
Men who lunch: Comby blokes come out to check in
Photo: Chris Waller, Emily Colless, Tommy Berry, Brad (Freddy) Fittler at the Come by Chance Hall last week. A long, leisurely lunch with friends is not just for the ladies, …
Service level changes delayed for Quambone, Gulargambone rubbish tips
Gulargambone and Quambone's tip hours will remain unchanged until 30 June 2026 while Coonamble Shire reviews service levels. Council staff had proposed to reduce services by three hours in the …