It’s harder than just saying ‘no’
Photo: Cottonbro Studio Saying no to alcohol can be tricky in the bush, the latest statistics from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) show, but experts say these …
Farming leaders to meet Walgett and Coolah locals
PHOTO: NSW Farmers head Xavier Martin will sit down with farmers in Walgett next week. IMAGE: NSW Farmers Walgett and Coolah farmers will have a chance for their say on …
Latest snapshot shows rural people can’t wait for better health
National Rural Health Alliance highlights health disparities in new report. Rural, regional and remote Australians are dying at higher rates than those in metropolitan areas despite rural Australia generating at …
Your chance to help man’s best friend
In October last year, Western Plains App published a story about a parliamentary report that found cost of living, puppy farming, backyard breeding and a lack of animal friendly rentals …
St Brigids celebrate Ash Wednesday
PHOTO: Rupert, Chloe and Chase with their Ash Wednesday Crosses. This week at St Brigid’s we have celebrated events from both the Church and School Calendar such as Ash Wednesday …
Star Stroke claims a clear win for Canhams
PHOTO: Jockey Zara Lewis and co-owners Stuart and Cody Canham were delighted with Star Stroke’s runaway win at the Tottenham Picnic Races. It was Stuart’s first win as a fully …
Editor’s Comment: Sorting out the Senior stuff
PHOTO: Dot Anderson, Anne Wiatkowski, Marlene Cleary, Vivianne Matthews, Lynne Baker, Joreena Mabini and June Secombe. It's time to celebrate our senior citizens - oh wait, is that me?! In …
Junior swimmers end club year
PHOTO: Coonamble Swimming Club’s Point Champions for 2024-25. Club president Ben Williams said there was plenty of improvement in the pool this season. Forty six juniors were recognised last week …
CPS students visit Athletics Centre
PHOTO: A few lucky CPS students showed off their athletics skills at the Dubbo Athletics Centre last Wednesday. On Wednesday 5th of March, Mr Hovenden and Miss Kate took eight …