Cumnock-local Amy Munro was crowned winner of the 2020-21 Agriculture Student of the Year at the Australian Farmer of the Year Awards. Amy was recognised for her passion to improve animal … [Read more...]
Local Legend Les Turns 91
Local legend Les Pfeiffer finally celebrated his 90th birthday with a surprise party for his 91st birthday. Les with wife Doris, has five daughters who organised the do at Orange Christian School, … [Read more...]
Starting The Conversation
Local farmers and business owners from Canowindra, Cargo, Gooloogong, Grenfell, Parkes and Nashdale attended the Succession and Transition Planning Workshop hosted by Regional Development Australia … [Read more...]
Simple Changes, Big Effect In Fight Against Mice
Earlier this week, Wellington Correctional Centre was forced to evacuate after extensive damage caused by mice. To any Central Wester, this is just the latest story of devastation caused by the mouse … [Read more...]
Dance Capital Of The Central West
If you have ever felt you “could have danced all night,” then you are in luck. Canowindra’s New Vogue dance group will be hosting a 12 hour dance marathon on 4 July at the Canowindra Services Club. … [Read more...]
Return Thanks
The family of the late Craig Loomes sincerely thank everyone for their care and support during the past six months. Your phone calls, thoughts and help have been most appreciated. Thank you to … [Read more...]
$250 For Senior Travellers
Good news for seniors looking to get out and about as the COVID pandemic eases! The Regional Seniors Travel Card, a $250 prepaid VISA card designed to ease the burden of travel costs, is available to … [Read more...]
Rural Hospitals Rate Highly For Patient Care
A statewide survey has found that 95% of patients who were admitted into rural hospitals in the Western NSW Local Health District rated their care as “very good” or “good.” Chief Executive for the … [Read more...]
Scholarships To Benefit Country Students
Three different scholarships are available to support country students to take up higher education, including with a regional higher education provider. Minister for Decentralisation and Region-al … [Read more...]
Montrose House
Hello readers and welcome to this month's column! Winter is definitely here! It is nice to have all the fires going at Montrose. I have had a few birthday lunches and dinners. One group from … [Read more...]