Bomb threat delays flight activity at Dubbo
NSW Police reported that investigations continue into a bomb threat made against a Qantas flight at Dubbo airport today. “A police operation was underway at Dubbo Regional Airport following a …
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If trucks pay more, the Western Plains pays more
“When trucks pay more, Australians pay more.” This is the blunt warning from National Road Transport Association (NatRoad) chief executive Warren Clark. NatRoad is continuing to push for the Federal …
Decade of leadership comes to an end for Gilgandra GM
After a decade at the helm of Gilgandra Shire Council, General Manager David Neeves is set to take on a new challenge, having accepted the top executive role with Mid-Western …
Governor impressed by Gilgandra’s world leading sheep genetics
A chance conversation at Government House has resulted in one of Gilgandra’s most innovative agricultural enterprises receiving a vice-regal visit. NSW Governor Margaret Beazley and her husband, Mr Dennis Wilson, toured GRASS …
Brewarrina research pushes for earlier Indigenous stroke screening
A decade-long partnership between the Brewarrina Aboriginal Medical Service and the University of New South Wales (UNSW) has produced findings that could reshape how Indigenous Australians are screened for a …
$100,000 illegal tobacco haul in Coonababran
A Warrumbungle Council spokesperson says a significant enforcement action was carried out in Coonabarabran following a protracted investigation into reports of the ongoing supply of illegal and prohibited tobacco products …
Energy zone mess
The 230-kilometre transmission line connecting the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone remains at the centre of controversy, with allegations of damage to Indigenous cultural heritage sites prompting an apology from …
Cants Home Timber & Hardware enters new era
Cant Bros Hardware was formed in 1963 by the Cant brothers Frank SNR and brother Allan. Cant bros on Castlereagh Street operated until the building experienced a fire in 1977, …
Water rights reform
A national review of the Water Act 2007 is examining whether Australia’s key water legislation can better recognise and protect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ water rights, interests and responsibilities. On …
New motel for Bourke
Bourke Councillors will discuss an ambitious plan to fill the accommodation gap in the town when they meet Tuesday June 22. They are looking to seek funding for a new …
Audio visual links for law courts
President Central West Law Society Danielle Ford is calling for Audio Visual Links in Western Plains Courts . ‘’We are calling for Audio Visual technology in our local court rooms …
Warren Shire moves towards kerbside recycling
Warren Shire residents are making it clear they want easier access to recycling, with new survey results showing strong support for a local kerbside recycling service. The findings come from …