Nepal to Coonamble: New Australian Citizen finds a home on the Western Plains
When Ranjana Adhikari left Nepal nearly a decade ago to pursue her dream of becoming an internationally qualified nurse, she never imagined she would one day call Coonamble home. Now, …
Bid to redirect $781,000 to Bore Baths defeated
A proposal to redirect almost $800,000 from other planned council projects to the Coonamble Artesian Bore Baths project has been defeated at Coonamble Shire Council. Councillor Paul Wheelhouse brought forward …
High school students encouraged to enter My First Speech Competition 2026
Federal Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey and the Hon Milton Dick MP Speaker of the House of Representatives recently launched the Department of the House of Representatives’ My First Speech …
New transport trials keep Western Plains apprentices and TAFE students on track
For many young people across western New South Wales, landing an apprenticeship or enrolling in TAFE is only half the battle. The bigger challenge can be simply getting there. With …
Slow start no reason for complacency as Western NSW flu cases climb
Western NSW residents are being urged to access a flu vaccination, with doctors warning that a slower start to this year’s influenza season should not be mistaken for a lack …
Country Mayors voice concerns over cessation of Inland Rail
A Unanimous vote passed at the last Country Mayors Association meeting has seen the CMA Board meet with Minister Catherine King MP, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local …
Diesel Mechanic shortage threatens key plant and harvest windows
A shortage of qualified diesel mechanics is leaving farmers across western NSW vulnerable to machinery breakdowns during critical planting and harvest windows. Industry groups warn the trade remains one of …
Narromine heavy vehicle plan faces pushback
A proposed update to Narromine Shire Council’s heavy vehicle contributions policy has sparked debate over whether rising road maintenance costs are being shared fairly between industry, ratepayers and freight operators. …