“Environmental vandalism” – Energy Zone operator condemned
The company in charge of the transmission lines for the large roll out of the Central West Energy Zone has come under criticism from several quarters. From politicians to environmentalists …
Work starts on new pump stations supplying Cobar
Work has begun to replace two aging pump stations supplying drinking water to Cobar. The NSW government says the stations at Nyngan and Hermidale will have remote monitoring and boost …
Unlicensed spray operators on notice in Western Plains blitz
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is urging farmers, contractors and rural businesses to double-check their pesticide licences and training as a new compliance blitz begins across the northwest. With …
Councils win grants to update drinking water operations
Brewarrina, Lachlan and Warrumbungle councils have secured hundreds of thousands of dollars from the NSW government to upgrade drinking water treatment in four towns. Treatment plants in Condobolin, Lake Cargelligo, …
What are the safety alternatives after speed reductions shelved?
The chair of Australia’s peak trucking body has welcomed a decision by the federal government to shelve a proposed limit reduce limits on roads with no sign-posted speed. The Australian Trucking Association’s …
Holly earns her spot on Australian World Cross Country Team
Warren’s Holly Campbell has earned a spot on the 2026 World Cross Country team representing Australia. Holly who spent a lot of time running around her parent’s property as a …
Prolonged flu season keeps pressure on NSW hospitals
NSW hospitals are continuing to feel the strain of an unusually long influenza season, with health authorities urging people to protect themselves as case numbers rise well into November and …
Two arrested in Collarenebri following alleged elder assault
Two teenage boys have been charged following an alleged home invasion in Collarenebri on Sunday 30 November. Police say they were called to a house on Herbert Street at about …