PHOTO: Vacant houses like this one in Tooloon Street are scattered through Coonamble, Gulargambone and Quambone. NEWLY released housing data provided through an interactive online "dashboard" reveals the stark realities of the housing shortage and hints at some of the contributors - and possible … [Read more...] about New data on housing and homelessness puts figures on local problem – and possible solutions
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Coonamble Poultry Club 2023 Annual Show
PHOTO: Best Ancona in Show went to Graham Tandy. Photo: Lisa Wheeler THE poultry pavilion at Coonamble Showground was close to capacity on the weekend as Coonamble Poultry Club hosted their annual Poultry Show on Saturday 1 July. More than 400 birds were entered in the hard-fought competition … [Read more...] about Coonamble Poultry Club 2023 Annual Show
Tony Single is innovative farmer of the year
PHOTO: Local farmer, Tony Single, winner of the Award for Excellence and Innovation at the 2023 Farmer of the Year awards. LOCAL crop farmer, Tony Single has come away with the 2023 Farmer of the Year award for excellence in innovation. "It's humbling," said Tony."The award is recognition for … [Read more...] about Tony Single is innovative farmer of the year
New doc brings a world of experience
PHOTO: New permanent doctor, Lorraine Wheeldon has just started her year in Coonamble on 15 May BOASTING a career spanning over fifty years, Coonamble welcomes its newest Doctor Lorraine Wheeldon. Dr Wheeldon started her new role at the Coonamble Aboriginal Health Service on 15 May, where she … [Read more...] about New doc brings a world of experience
Lost in space … and loving it
PHOTO: Air propelled rockets were launched at the back of Macdonald Park. Students learned about different forces and energy at work. ONCE the youngsters had 'graduated' from the Aerospace Camp last week it was the adult's turn to get their hands and heads into the fun. At Coonamble … [Read more...] about Lost in space … and loving it
Aerospace Academy in Coonamble
• PHOTO: The VR simulators proved to be a highlight on Tuesdays activities This week Coonamble has been given a rare opportunity to explore the world of aerospace, with the "Aerospace Academy" taking place at the Coonamble Bowling Club from Sunday 4 June through to Thursday 8 June. Kicking off … [Read more...] about Aerospace Academy in Coonamble
Bovine Thunderdome baptised at Coonamble Show
• PHOTO: The under 8s ‘Tiny Tot’s’ event was a highlight at the Bovine Thunderdome. SHINING like a beacon, glistening in the radiant Coonamble sunshine, The Bovine Thunderdome stands without peer, in all its glory. The brand new cattle complex at Coonamble Showground is a temple of worship … [Read more...] about Bovine Thunderdome baptised at Coonamble Show
Sideshow alley needs your support
PHOTO: Joel and Bonnie support the sideshow rides in 2022. AS show season arrives in Coonamble shire, many will be putting the finishing touches on cakes, or getting their prized heifer ready for judging, but for the operators at sideshow alley, their battle with inflated insurance costs … [Read more...] about Sideshow alley needs your support
Double Dees take on the Shitbox Rally
• PHOTO: Darcie and Dionee take on the outback with their trusty Commodores. The Autumn Shitbox Rally is just around the corner, and local council worker Darcie Holmes-Smith and her mother Dionee ‘Dee’ Holmes have decided to take on the challenge and drive through the outback in their trusty 2000 … [Read more...] about Double Dees take on the Shitbox Rally
Backing our biggest event
PHOTO: Coonamble Shire Council's General Manager Paul Gallagher with Rodeo & Campdraft Secretary Steven Butler near the paddock where a temporary campsite will be developed for the June Long Weekend. THE Coonamble Rodeo & Campdraft Association and Coonamble Shire Council have expanded … [Read more...] about Backing our biggest event
