Pam wins Mabel McKenzie Match
by Narelle Mayoh On Wednesday 8 May the lady golfers️ played the Veterans Mabel McKenzie Brooch. It was the main event of the day over 18 holes. The fairways and …
Biocontrol the latest weapon against boxthorn. How can you help
PHOTO: The CSIRO are calling for landholders to get involved in battling the boxthorn infestation. What was originally introduced as a hedge plant from South Africa is now a serious …
“We need 24-hour policing in rural communities”
PHOTO: Arguments mount for around the clock policing in regional communities. First the Country Mayors Association called for it. Now it’s the Country Women’s Association of NSW who say rural areas …
Baiame’s Ngunnhu Festival
Photos taken by Jarrahmindi Bill Over 800 people gathered as the sun set to witness the Corroboree at this year’s Baiame’s Ngunnhu Festival on Friday 19 April. As everyone gathered on the banks of …
Cyber security alarm bells go ka-ching!
PHOTO: Potential identity fraud hits NSW gaming venues. A massive potential identity fraud risk has been uncovered, with cybersecurity crime squad detectives looking into data breaches at hospitality venues across …
Coonamble Pre-school loves their mums
PHOTO: Cindy Parsons takes some burning questions after reading time last week. For the entire week, we invited our local Mums, Nans, Aunts and Special Friends to read to us …
Magic is in the air at Smartkids
Last week Smartkids had a special visit from Heidi hoops who came to perform her Science Circus Show for us. Heidi was very interactive and the kids had so much …
Best care anywhere! Narromine nurse scoops award
PHOTO: Taking out the top award in the Aboriginal Nurse/Midwife of the Year was Marli Sharah. The skills and dedication of local nurses and midwives has been recognised with success …
A plan to unlock rural land
PHOTO: Real Estate Agent Manager, Fiona Foodey, and Director Steven Colwell outside Halcroft & Bennett. Rural lot sizes in the Coonamble Shire are too big to make them attractive for …