Share stories to stop scams
This week is Scam Awareness Week, a stark reminder to be super vigilant around all forms of banking security as social media scamming hits new heights. Australians reported losses of …
Quambone quagmire not a priority
PHOTO: Drainage problems mean the pathway to the public toilets near the playground in Quambone are inaccessible after rain. Despite concerns raised by local residents, the pathway to the accessible …
Cricket legend to speak at charity lunch
PHOTO: Kerry (The Skull) O’Keeffe is bringing his stories and infectious laugh to the Sportsman’s Lunch on 14 September in support of two local charities. Former Australian test cricketer Kerry …
Amy raises the profile of occupational therapy
PHOTO: Amy Ibbott lightheartedly demonstrates taking measurements with supervisor Ella Cleary. Around three years after she moved to Canberra to study occupational therapy, Amy Ibbott is back in Coonamble on …
Poor access rural healthcare leads to more trips to the hospital
PHOTO: Patient in hospital Photo Credit: Anna Shvets People in rural areas are more likely to delay seeking medical care leading to more grievous health issues down the line, figures …
Nyngan to hold ‘welcome’ night to celebrate newcomers and the region
PHOTO: Wendy Beetson Nyngan Community Hub Nyngan Community Hub and Nyngan Health Council have come together to host a “Welcome to Nyngan” session in the hopes of bringing together new …
Coonamble amongst fastest DA turnarounds in the state
PHOTO: Louise Abrahall, Tony Meppem and and Lesley Duncan from Council’s Planning, Regulatory and Compliance team. The Coonamble Shire Council has some of the speediest assessment times for development applications …
CWA prepares new flat for essential workers
PHOTO: Coonamble CWA branch members Felicity Keady, Amanda Colwell, Anne Cullen, Charmaine Ryan and Lenore Green outside the newly-refurbished flat. Coonamble’s housing shortage for visiting essential workers will be eased …