Gilgandra volunteer honoured on WOW Day
Gilgandra SES volunteer Will Flood was selected to represent the NSW SES Western Zone at the Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day) celebrations in Sydney on May 20 as part of …
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Anne Dennis honored for services to indigenous communities
Walgett’s Anne Dennis has been recognised among Australia’s most respected community leaders, receiving appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the General Division for significant service …
Great Western Highway weekend chaos
Holiday traffic congestion on the Great Western Highway caused significant delays for commuters travelling back from Sydney, with heavy traffic contributing to a number of accidents. Transport for NSW Secretary …
New Fire Fighting Vehicle for Tottenham RFS
Tottenham Rural Fire Service (RFS) has just received a shiny new delivery in the shape of a new firefighting vehicle. The vehicle is hoped to significantly enhance operational capacity, community …
Narromine Council urges residents to complete 2026 Satisfaction Survey
Narromine Council has recently released a 2026 Satisfaction Survey for ratepayers and residents to fill in to have their say and voice their opinions on Council services, facilities and what …
Have you seen Hayley? Police hold concerns for missing woman
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a woman reported missing from Parkes. Hayley Smith, aged 19, was last seen on Clarinda Street, Parkes, about 12.30pm on Thursday 4 …
Western Plains standout Jannali Walker selected for NSW Country Training Squad
Coonamble local, Jannali Walker, who plays rugby with the Gulargambone juniors, has been picked for the NSW Country Rugby Union Representative Training Squad after a “sensational” performance in Dubbo. Jannali …
Locust activity raises concerns ahead of spring
Locust numbers are trending above normal levels across parts of Far West NSW, with authorities warning current seasonal conditions could set the stage for a major spring hatch. Western Local …
Detection of E. coli contamination at Lightning Ridge
Samples from local water has detected E. coli bacteria and it means mean that the water in the Lightning Ridge is unsafe. A council spokesperson said E. coli in drinking …
Got something that’s bugging you? Chaffey wants to know
Whether it’s the rising cost of groceries, the state of local roads, crime, health services or housing affordability, Federal Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey says he wants to hear directly …
Castlereagh Country Launches New Podcast Series
An exciting new podcast series has been launched by Castlereagh Country to share local stories, tips and strategies to assist residents with all aspects of drought as well as daily …
Royal Flying Doctor Service and sHedway partner for shearers
The Royal Flying Doctor Service has partnered with health promotion charity sHedway to protect shearers in the bush. 33 shearing professionals were offered the chance of Q Fever protection at …