Community Hub “A place to explore”
It’s a dream come true says Coonabarbran Community Garden convenor Brett England a four year ambition to get a place for everybody to learn and grow. A vacant block awarded …
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Teen charged with break and enter Bourke
A 14-year-old boy will face court today charged with alleged break and enter offences in Bourke. Police will allege that between Friday 10 April 2026 and Tuesday 5 May 2026, …
Dunedoo independent living project
Dunedoo Community Invited to Help Shape Independent Living Project Council is inviting community members to attend upcoming drop-in community engagement sessions for the Dunedoo Independent Living Project Stage 1 Concept …
Residents have their say on climate and energy
More Central West Orana residents are becoming worried about climate change, according to new polling released by Farmers for Climate Action. Yet, the region’s renewable energy rollout in Central West …
Lightning Ridge Named One of NSW’s Best Towns to Visit
New South Wales is home to an incredible collection of vibrant and welcoming towns, each offering its own unique character and charm. Among the state’s standout destinations, Lightning Ridge has …
Healthcare gaps laid bare across western NSW
New research released by Western NSW Primary Health Network is set to help shape more inclusive healthcare services across the region, with a focus on improving outcomes for people experiencing …
Walgett Shire puts budget out for comment
It’s time for councils across the state to seek feedback their draft operational plans for the next financial year – highlighting where they will get their money from and how …
Local parents rally to save Warren’s only Long Day Care service
A group of Warren parents have launched an urgent community effort to save the town’s only long day care service, following confirmation that the current approved provider was closing the …
Dramatic rescue in overnight Warrumbungles operation
Critical Care Paramedics (CCPs) have carried out a complex overnight rescue in the Warrumbungles, after spending the night with two climbers stranded on Crater Bluff. A multi-agency operation was launched …
Gilgandra wins Healthy Challenge
Western NSW Local Health District’s Health Promotion team is excited to announce Gilgandra as the 2025-26 Building Healthy Communities Challenge champion, recognising the town’s efforts to improve overall health and …
Triple murderer found dead near Mount Hope
Police investigating the murder of three people in Lake Cargelligo earlier this year are on-site at a nature reserve north-west of the town, after the body of a man was …
Cobar Council fast-tracks housing
Cobar Councillors have enacted its Housing strategy for 2026 knowing it wants more homes for the LGA. Councillors pushed to fast track housing at its Thursday April 2026 meeting with …