New motel for Bourke
Bourke Councillors will discuss an ambitious plan to fill the accommodation gap in the town when they meet Tuesday June 22. They are looking to seek funding for a new …
Front end parking for Baradine
Warrambungle Shire Councillor Denis Todd says he is so confident front-end parking would work in Baradine he would help fund a trial himself. ‘’ Front end parking is very successful …
From the Mayor’s Desk: 24 June 2026
I am pleased to deliver the Mayoral report for June 2026, covering a period since our last meeting held in May. Coonamble RodeoI would like to congratulate the organising committee …
Baradine News: 24 June 2026
WeatherWell, it’s been another mild week for the third week of winter. With the winter solstice and the shortest day on Sunday 21 June, we will now start to see …
A win for farmers after tax change
The National Farmer’s Federation is clapping loudly following news of the Federal Government’s decision to expand access to a key Capital Gains Tax (CGT) concession, saying it is a huge …
Farewells and rivalries at Gulargambone Preschool
This week we have been having fun with the go kart, scales in the sandpit, playdough, monster trucks, flower stamping and animal dress ups. Sport’s greatest rivalry came to Gular …
School spirit shines at St Brigid’s Athletics Carnival
Last week, our school community came together for the annual 2026 Athletics Carnival, enjoying a fantastic day filled with sunshine, friendly competition, teamwork, and outstanding sportsmanship. The carnival commenced with …
Choir brings Western Plains schools together in Baradine
On June 16th, 2026, eight enthusiastic girls from Coonamble Public School travelled to Baradine for a memorable choir event - “Voices of the Western Plains”. They joined students from several …
Tracy wins round 4
What a difference a week of rain makes. Instead of dust the fairways are grass. Remarkable how water soaks in so quick when it has been dry for so long. …