Rental pressures hit regional NSW where it hurts
NSW remains in rental crisis, and while the 2025 Rental Affordability Index (RAI) shows the Western Plains region still has some of the most affordable prices in the state, analysts …
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Farm group seeks legal advice over Narrabri Gas Project
NSW Farmers say they are taking legal advice to challenge the Narrabri Gas Project. The industry body’s acting CEO Mike Guerin said they are ramping up opposition to the project …
Fire ban slows return to power after storms play havoc
Essential Energy says almost 1600 customers remain without power in Narromine, Warren and Dunedoo following the storms that smashed parts of the region yesterday (26 November). As at 1:30pm, the company says …
Centrepay reforms underway after long fight to stop financial abuse
Reforms to Centrepay, the government-run bill-payment service used by millions of Centrelink recipients, are now officially underway, two months after consumer advocates welcomed the long-awaited changes in September. The reforms, …
Hidden No More – finding a way forward for DV in country communities
People determined to make a dent in the spiralling rates of domestic violence in rural communities are being drawn to Narromine this Friday 28 November. A new symposium shining light …
Big attendance at White Ribbon events shows regional determination
Inspirational events have happened across the state to reiterate the community’s stance on violence by men against women on today’s (25 November) White Ribbon Day. Warrumbungle Councillor Kodi Brady said …
Gilgandra and Warrumbungle councils ‘pioneer’ local drought planning
Specialists from across the state travelled to Baradine last Thursday 20 November to share their knowledge with locals on planning for the next big dry – before it arrives. An …
Second teenager charged as damage bill for Condobolin school revealed
A second teenager has been arrested after an alleged break-in at Condoblin’s Primary School earlier this month. At about 7.45am on Tuesday 11 November 2025, police were called to a …
The Nyngan Hotel takes out national title
The Nyngan Hotel has taken out the National Best Draught Beer Quality award at the Australian Hotel Awards this week. It follows their state win a month ago and the …
Scammers love Black Friday sales
Black Friday sales are right around the corner but online shoppers should be wary of sneaky scammers during the bargain frenzy. One wrong click and your bank account could be …
She’s a Pearl: young Cobar volunteer vies for state title
17-year-old Pearl Blackburn of Cobar will join over 300 people in Sydney on 4 December at the 2025 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards as she vies for the prestigious …
Travel smarter with new smart signs for western NSW
Member for Barwon Roy Butler is applauding the recent news from NSW Government on the activation of 13 new smart road signs aiming to make travel through western and outback …