Livestock theft decreasing across the western plains
PHOTO: Reported livestock thefts have declined recently. Throughout the 2022 calendar year there was a total of just 14 stock theft reports to police across the western plains. Detective Chief …
In the paddock with Dr Jill: District Update
THE dry weather continues. Overall, ewes around the district are holding condition with most sitting around Condition Score 2.5-3. They are on a knife’s edge though - unless autumn rain …
‘Hollow victory on Inland Rail’: CWA
• PHOTO: The CWA is calling for the Labor Government to take on board Dr Kerry Schott’s recommendations around consultation on the Inland Rail. THE Country Women’s Association (CWA) of …
Rams Ladies tough out Nyngan Gala Day
PHOTO: Coonamble Ram’s ladies; Ange Hanigan, Ella Cleary, Loretta Tandy & Hannah Williams took the chance to upskill by making the trip to Nyngan. By LIAM MULHALL TEAMS from across …
Luke Day wins Golf Club trophy
ON Sunday 16 April golfers played a 18 hole stableford event for the Coonamble Golf Club Trophy. Scores were lower due to the strong southerly wind with Luke Day winning …
Agricultural commodities drop but may have hit lowest point
Image: Federal Government Global commodity prices dropped across all agricultural categories in March, Although experts think they may have found their bottom price, according to the Rabobank Australia Agriculture Monthly …
Walgett’s Interim GM has been there before
The man who was appointed administrator at Walgett Shire Council after the whole council was stood down in 2004 is the new Acting General Manager for the council. Mr Hugh …
Renewed push to cancel remaining COVID fines
PHOTO: Six western plains towns were among the most-fined communities in NSW during COVID restrictions. The NSW Supreme Court has made it official – most fines handed out for breaches …
Warren and Narromine targeted for spray drift compliance
PHOTO: The EPA has been visiting farms in the Narromine and Trangie areas to talk about spray drift. IMAGE: pesticideinfo.org The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has pesticide spray drift …