Gulargambone Race Day recap
PHOTO: The presentation of the Inland Petroleum-Gulargambone Cup to trainer and co-owner Melissa Harrison (right) was made by Gulargambone Jockey Club members Will Lambell (with son Henry), Peter O’Connor, Ian …
Proposed paraquat regulation changes cause backlash
PHOTO: Farmer Tony Single on his property south east of Coonamble Farmers and agronomists say proposed regulation changes to paraquat use from the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) …
Cattle sale draws a crowd
PHOTO: Dubbo stock agent Mark Garlin running buyers through the sale. by PETER O’CONNORAJF Brien & Sons It was a very pleasant day for buying and selling cattle at the …
The Wisdom of the Weevil: Putting it in the Bin
As the rain stops and day length increases, potential for this year’s grain crop looks exceptional with excellent stored moisture available and healthy well-fertilized crops. Now approaches the final stage …
Regional roads get big boost but at what cost?
PHOTO: Photograph of Mitchell Highway 43kN. North Bourke, Bourke region, New South Wales, Australia (Apr 2021) Photo Credit: Q8682 Creative Commons Attribution Share Alike 4.0 The NSW Government announced over …
Walgett GM ready for more after a challenging first year
PHOTO: Walgett Shire Council GM Megan Dixon with Member for Barwon, Roy Butler. After 12 months in the lead role at Walgett Shire Council, Megan Dixon is realistic in her …
Government dismisses renewed opposition on renewables
The State Government has hit back at claims that their Energy Roadmap is out of control. This follows a call by the NSW Nationals for a moratorium and stocktake of …
Cobar couple celebrate 70 years together
PHOTO: Member for Barwon, Roy Butler, congratulates Eric and Cath Manns from Cobar, who recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. Only one-tenth of one percent of all marriages last 70 years or …
Resilient regional businesses defy failure rate
PHOTO: Emily Stanton of Nyngan receiving a Business Award early in 2024 Creditor Watch, the Australian credit reporting bureau, has released gloomy July results for its Business Risk Index (BRI) …