Dancing the school holidays away
The music was loud, the dance moves were smooth and the vibes were on point at the Dance Music Night disco on Friday 6 February. Young groovers from ages five …
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A fresh, wiggly makeover for National Lunchbox Week
With recent data showing only 4 percent of Australian children meet their recommended daily fruit and veggie intake, a campaign rolled out during National Lunchbox Week aims to make snackable …
Introducing: Lucy Panuccio
Newly arrived and newly engaged to fiancé Ryan Matthews, Lucy Panuccio says she's keen to get involved in town life. Lucy is one of the freshest teachers at Coonamble Public …
Chaffey’s Corner
Most people in the Parkes electorate would be aware that there have been changes to the Coalition in the past few weeks. As well as being the Federal Member for …
Pre-Season starts now for Rams contingent
Women’s Rugby Coonamble Rams’ new women's coach, Jamie Goldsmith, says he's "excited and slightly terrified" to take on the role as the squad heads into pre-season training off the back …
Baradine hall hire issue resolved
A concerted push by community has led to new hire rates for not-for-profit groups to use the Baradine Memorial Hall. Long-standing concerns over hire fees at the Baradine Memorial Hall …
Golfers take part in first Monthly Medal of 2026
Sunday 8 February saw 12 golfers compete in the first Monthly Medal event of the year proudly sponsored but Castlereagh Auto. The winner of this month’s mug went to Jake …
AECG looks for more members
The president of Coonamble’s Aboriginal Education Consultation Group (AECG) hopes to bring more members on board following a set of visits to Coonamble’s public and high school on Friday 6 …
Windy conditions get the best of bowlers
Tuesday Mixed Bowls Last Tuesday 4 February the bowlers finally struck some cooler conditions with a strong wind from the Southeast. Two games of mixed pairs were played over 12 …
Healthcare scholarships a step in the right direction
Healthcare students across the state can now apply for a student loan to ease the hefty weight of degree and diploma debt. NSW Healthcare student applications for a $12,000 scholarship …
Cattle sale cancelled due to town water supply problems
The latest sale of the district’s prime cattle has fallen foul of the Coonamble township’s ongoing water supply issues. At the request of Coonamble Shire Council, the Coonamble Associated Agents …
THE WISDOM OF THE WEEVIL: Attention to detail
While the year begins with a bearish moisture outlook, attention to detail and careful management will help place us in a strong position for the season ahead. Last season, we …