A violent streak last week
Coonamble man charged after vicious assaultA 33-year-old man has been charged and remains in custody after a violent incident on Saturday 5 August which left a 53-year-old man with swelling …
Weilwan LALC welcomes new CEO
PHOTO: Weilwan Local Aboriginal Lands Council’s new Chief Executive Officer, Karen Mackay. BY LIAM MULHALL AS we enter a new financial year, Gulargambone’s Weilwan Local Aboriginal Lands Council have recruited …
Empowerment on the agenda for Bourke’s Aboriginal Women’s Gathering
“All good women do great things,” according to Patricia Canty, Western NSW Local Health District’s (WNSWLHD) Senior Aboriginal Health Leader. “And we want to provide these women an opportunity for …
Mingling in the middle
PHOTO: Donna the Astronomer will travel to Tottenham for the town’s Mingle in the Middle event When the Tottenham Welfare Council started many years ago, a community expo became one …
Marra Field Day draws the masses
On Saturday 22 July, a 500-strong crowd made their way to the Marra Field Day, marking their most successful year to date. The annual event champions the local sheep-breeding industry, …
Western Plains delivers an eligible farmer- again!
PHOTO: Farmer Dustin from Condobolin is looking for love on “Farmer wants a wife” Are you single and enjoy a “mean mashed potato?” Read on to find out more! For …
Minister says Walgett pool may be re-opened for summer
PHOTO: Walgett Shire Council. A pool previously described as beyond disrepair may open again before the end of the year. Last month the Walgett Shire council decided to close the pool due …
Long term goal achieved with purpose built AMS planned for Bre
PHOTO: The WAMS Sandon Street property in Brewarinna has received funding for an upgrade. Frustration was apparent in the 2022 annual report of the Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service (WAMS). Mary …
Lightning Ridge shines at annual opal festival
Last week, the community of Lightning Ridge showed what they do best during their annual Opal Festival, drawing treasure hunters from around the world. The four-day festival (26-29 July) is …