Local council’s mark National Sorry Day
Western Plains councils have joined communities across Australia in marking National Sorry Day on the 26th May 2026, acknowledging the ongoing impacts of the Stolen Generations and calling for continued …
Solar battery project gains approval
A new $5.5 million solar and battery storage facility is set to reinforce Warren Shire’s power infrastructure following development approval. The Western Regional Planning Panel greenlit the Green Gold Energy …
GIlgandra looks to growth
“Council is excited to forecast a total capital works budget of $39,307,128, along with $43,947,529 towards services for the community for the 26/27 financial year,” Gilgandra Shire Mayor Doug Batten …
Western Plains communities set to benefit from NSW laptop rollout
Thousands of refurbished government laptops will soon be distributed across NSW under a new state initiative aimed at tackling digital disadvantage – with regional and remote communities across the Western …
Regional tech hub axed
Remote communities across the Western Plains are facing another digital setback, with Federal Government funding cuts leaving the Regional Tech Hub weeks from closure. Run by the National Farmers’ Federation …
Man charged with 12 DV-related and traffic offences after arrest in Lightning Ridge
A man has faced court in the state’s north-west after being charged with DV-related and traffic offences. Officers attached to Central North Police District saw a 21-year-old man – who …
Students step out for Walk Safely to School Day
Over 23 Coonamble Public School Students strapped up their velcro shoes and double-knotted their laces for the annual Walk Safely to School day. The school invited students to participate in …
Lots of crafts & cars at Gulargambone Preschool
Week 5 has been lovely, with a good drop of rain for our lawn and preschool garden as well as loads of learning and fun. We have been busy making …
Baradine News: 27 May 2026
WeatherWell, the district had about 30-45mm fall last Monday to green the lawns up and residents at Bugaldai measured a whopping 63mm. The nice warm weather that followed will hopefully …