BreastScreen van returns to town
The breast cancer screening van circled back to Coonamble’s Smith Park on Wednesday 17 June, providing free scans for women over 40 years old. NSW Greater Western BreastScreen Manager Deon …
‘We did Eleanor proud’: Bush Summit honours local health champion
The Eleanor Bryant Bush Summit has left the Coonamble community with a lasting impression, with parents and institutions already implementing their new knowledge. The Summit, on Monday 15 and Tuesday …
Voices of the Western Plains hit the right note
Music is bringing students together from across the Western Plains. Voices of the Western Plains students joined forces in Baradine last week for a memorable mass choir performance that connects …
Pigeon plague proving costly for housing provider
A persistent pigeon problem at a Coonamble property is proving both frustrating and expensive for a local housing provider, prompting calls for a broader solution to the growing bird population …
Mullet wigs, rainbow tutus and Sweet Caroline: Coonamble goes back to the 80s
Coonamble’s Bowling Club travelled back in time on Saturday 20 June for the Disability Luncheon Disco, inviting locals and carers from across the region for karaoke and a boogie. The …
Residents urged to fire-proof homes this winter
As the cold starts to bite the local fire brigade is warning locals to keep an eye on electric heaters and smoke alarms. Although Coonamble's Fire and Rescue Captain Andrew …
Safety upgrade planned for Warren Road intersection underway
Transport for NSW says a planned upgrade to the intersection of the Castlereagh Highway and Warren Road will improve safety for motorists following concerns raised by Coonamble Shire Council. The …
Passengers trapped in car rollover on Gulargambone Road
Emergency services were called to Gulargambone Road, Bourbah, around 6pm on Friday 19 June after a ute rollover trapped two passengers inside the vehicle. Coonamble State Emergency Service (SES)Commander John …