Markets, races fall foul of weather
The rainy weather tried to wash away the Christmas spirit last weekend 13 and 14 December, but the Coonamble community's Christmas Spirit shone through regardless. Due to the wet weather, …
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Rotary recognises Coonamble Roadhouse help to get travelling patients where they need to go
PHOTO: Coonamble Rotary Club’s Secretary, Keith Glover (center), presents Mareen O’Farrel and Sharon Knee with a recognition plaque on Monday 3 February. Coonamble Rotarians have honoured the Coonamble Roadhouse after …
Baradine lights up for Christmas
It’s looking a lot like Christmas in Baradine. The town has switched on to the joy and magic of Christmas with its popular festive lights’ competition and there is a …
Support for the vulnerable this festive season
As we celebrate Christmas today, the community is being called on to support the more vulnerable residents. There are many reasons why some people find the festive season challenging – …
Stay informed to beat fuel price hikes over Christmas
PHOTO: Be prepared before you hit the road this Christmas. (Photo credit: Destination NSW) High fuel prices are the unwanted Christmas gift that every motorist receives, but some states will …
Cobar Christmas T-Shirt Day raises over $3000
PHOTO: The competition is technically on hold, although Cobar Shire Council staff fundraised anyway. Cobar Shire Council raised over $3200 this month as part of an annual Christmas T-Shirt Day …
Call to protect farm fire-fighting units
State government promises to allow farmers to permanently use unregistered vehicles during a fire emergency have been shelved. While drawing ire from some quarters, local fire officials say volunteer numbers …
Call for submissions on local government reforms
PHOTO: Changes to council meetings have been mooted by government, but may have little effect on local councils, such as Narromine. Every Shire Council meeting in the Western Plains region …
Farmers at boiling point over connectivity gaps – NFF
Farm advocacy groups are united in their frustration on connectivity gaps. Both NSW Farmers and the National Farmers’ Federation say the findings of a recent federal review into telecommunications were …