More detail needed on National Flood Warning network
• PHOTO: There may be a slim chance that meters like this one on the Castlereagh River could be upgraded at some time over the next ten years. RESIDENTS and …
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The world’s oldest aeromedical service turns 95
IMAGE: RFDS ON Wednesday 17 May, The Royal Flying Doctor Service celebrated its 95th Anniversary and Flying Doctor Day, commemorating its long-standing commitment to providing essential health care services and …
Young Coona pilot claims first Arthur Butler prize
• PHOTO: Inaugural Air Rally winner Max Phillips (left) with MC Dominic Spora. PHOTO:Gilgandra Weekly A YOUNG pilot from Coonabarabran has taken out the inaugural Arthur Butler Trophy winning the …
Big Day out for the Rams in Cobar
• PHOTO: The Coonamble Rams girls side were estatic about their first win of the season. (Back) Brilea Moore, Ana Newstead, Tobiana Glasson, Hannah Williams, Angie O’Connor, Jade McDuff, Ella …
First Bye Round for Netball
• PHOTO: Goal Defender, Josh Wrench gears up for a big heave down court As the opening rounds of the mixed netball season come to a close, some of the …
Vacant mainstreet block earmarked for beautification
PHOTO: Council has creative plan to give the ugly area on the corner of the main street a facelift and an attractive focal point. WITHIN Coonamble Shire Council’s plans to …
Shift in Council priorities could see Chamber activities de-funded
THE Coonamble Chamber of Commerce could have all funding from Coonamble Shire Council cut in the next financial year following the introduction of a new Council-managed CBD revival scheme. Policy …
A night out for the Bears
PHOTO: The girls footy team in 2017 dressed up for the Red, Black and White ball. The Red, Black & White Ball is back for 2023! A long awaited event …
Nursing changes cause for concern
PHOTO: An already strained staffing situation in regional/remote communities may be about to become that much worse due to upcoming pay scale changes. (Photo sourced.) LOCAL Coonamble nurses have flagged …
Biggest roads budget in history
ABOVE: The graders will be busy throughout the Shire as they work to spend a roads allocation of almost $30million. COONAMBLE Shire Council have handed down their 2023/24 Draft Operational …
Easing into future rate rises
FOR the first time in thirteen years, domestic waste management charges will increase for residents of Coonamble Shire in the next financial year. This comes in response to the renewed …
Getting frocked up for Ladies Day
PHOTO: Bridget Ryan, Ellie O’Connor, Rachel Swansborough, Jess Canham and Shinaid Beazley dressed to the nines at the 2022 Rams Ladies Day. Calling all our lovely local ladies! It is …