Market dearer for export and feeder cattle
Last week’s cattle sale saw lower numbers but a slightly dearer market in some categories. David E ThompsonHalcroft & BennettDuty Agents COONAMBLE Associated Agents yarded 600 head of mixed cattle …
Western Plains Juniors shine in Sydney
PHOTO: Winners of ‘the spirit of rugby’ award, the 2023 Western Plains under 11s juniors side. DESPITE minimal experience in twelve-a-side rugby, the under 11s Western Plains Rugby Union side …
Netball Finals near
PHOTO: Justin Fernando tries to block a pass by the opposition. THAT’S all she wrote! With the regular season now done and dusted, our finals are set for next week. …
Local girls in Outback Origin
PHOTO: Shakaye worked hard in defence while Tori helped set up tries. RUGBY league players from across the Western Plains who usually find themselves head to head joined forces on …
Meet our award-winning reporter Sharon Bonthuys
Creativity, a passion for social justice, and a belief in the power of local news have made Sharon Bonthuys the excellent journalist she is today. Bonthuys began her journalism career in December 2021 …
Paw-fect advice for protecting your pets from the cold
As the central west shivers through a series of icy cold blasts and inclement weather this winter, spare a thought for companion animals doing it tough in the region – …
Fears allayed for isolated Anglican parishes
PHOTO: Remote local churches drew their biggest crowds in years with the Bishop’s visit. (Anglican Diocese of Bathurst) Relief is the word parishioners used, after a visit from the Bishop …
“Geographical narcissism” to blame for lack of investment in rural health care
Image: NSW Government. After years of seeing the rural health sector getting less funding and support than their metro counterparts, researcher Tim Baker heard about a new concept that came …
“Sub-standard”: Why the National Farmers Federation backed EU deal rejection
Image: Australian Butcher’s Guild. It could have been a boon for our region’s beef, dairy, and sheep producers – but the world’s second-largest market will continue to prop up its …