PHOTO: Coonamble Golf Club's new secretary Manager Tracey Harvey with returning President Maddison Pawley The Coonamble Golf Club is showing signs of a strong revival just 12 months after the 'emergency AGM' in December last year. Despite waving goodbye to some committee stalwarts at their … [Read more...] about New Manager for Golf Club
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Liam Jackson takes on Newy
PHOTO: Liam Jackson (front left) took home 18th at round 2 of the Fox Australian Supercross series on Saturday 11 November at McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle. PHOTO: MCNews After a solid performance in Adelaide four weeks ago running 15th nationally, hopes were high for Liam Jackson to put in … [Read more...] about Liam Jackson takes on Newy
Celebrating Clontarf 2023
PHOTO: The 2023 Clontarf Academy, graduates of the 2023 program: Kane Wiggins, Jacob Manson and Braydon Dodd can be seen pictured at the back. The 2023 Clontarf Awards were the perfect opportunity to celebrate the work of the young men at Coonamble High School participating in the program this … [Read more...] about Celebrating Clontarf 2023
From prizes to postcards and more for Peyton
PHOTO: Peyton’s original postcard series is available in two local outlets. It's already been a big year for fledgling Coonamble artist Peyton Johnson - winning awards and recognition for her work and taking the first steps to a commercial career at the tender age of thirteen. Her most recent … [Read more...] about From prizes to postcards and more for Peyton
Make a search and discover at SCOUT Artspace
PHOTO: Ana will finally have more time to practise what she teaches. Local artist Ana Robson says she is excited to be setting up her own creative space in the St Patrick’s Hall Supper Room but that it is taking a while compared to what her neighbours achieved right across the street 140 years … [Read more...] about Make a search and discover at SCOUT Artspace
Tom Cullen OAM Bridge
PHOTO: Anne Cullen at what is soon to be known as ‘Tom Cullen OAM Bridge’ It’s been five years since the passing of one of Coonamble’s most dedicated community members, and to commemorate his service to the shire, the Warrena Creek Bridge will be known as the Tom Cullen OAM Bridge. Quite … [Read more...] about Tom Cullen OAM Bridge
Coonamble Times team recognised at Country Press NSW awards
PHOTO: Liam Mulhall, Lee O’Connor (Editor), Angie O’Connor and Maddison Pawley did not come away empty handed from the 2023 Country Press Association NSW conference and awards dinner held in Sydney last Friday. Regional newspaper publishers gathered in Sydney last week for the Country Press NSW … [Read more...] about Coonamble Times team recognised at Country Press NSW awards
Coonamble Community Radio: back to 1998
PHOTO: In 1998 the Coonamble Community Radio station welcomed their first full-time co-ordinator, Steve Daley from Lismore. The Coonamble Community Radio Station will next month light the candles on their 25th anniversary cake. From a long-talked-about idea, the station became a reality in … [Read more...] about Coonamble Community Radio: back to 1998
Barbara is Orana Region Volunteer of the Year
PHOTO: Orana Volunteer of the Year Barbara O'Brien with Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders and Mayor of Dubbo Regional Council Matthew Dickerson. A well-known name in the Gulargambone and Coonamble areas, Barbara O'Brien, received recognition for her long and varied volunteering efforts when she … [Read more...] about Barbara is Orana Region Volunteer of the Year
It’s all about you!
PHOTO: Erin and Jake Jones of Jones Made, with Braith, baby Murphy, Mason and Edie. Welcome to the newest section of the Coonamble Times where we keep readers updated on what local family, health and wellbeing services are up to. "In recent years we've seen a growth in support services, with … [Read more...] about It’s all about you!