Journalist and Author Stan Grant to Deliver Bathurst Lecture on When Words Fail Us in Political Debate
Wiradjuri man, journalist and author Stan Grant will deliver a public lecture today at Charles Sturt University in Bathurst about the importance of listening in national conversations. The lecture will be based on his new book about finding a common ground, saying he’s grown tired of political discussion. Also on today’s Podcast A retired geotechnical…
Portland Ironfest to Celebrate Creativity and Costumes This Weekend
This year’s Ironfest will get underway tomorrow in Portland, with costumes, crafts and creativity. Organisers say people interested in historical periods and creative fiction will converge at the Foundations for displays and performances. Also on today’s Podcast A new financial director at Bathurst Council has plenty of work ahead to bring Council out of the…
Decision Expected on Controversial Greyhound Track Proposal
A decision on whether a new greyhound track will be built on Perc Griffith Way in Orange is expected in coming days from the Western Region Planning Panel. At a hearing this week residents spoke about their concerns gambling could be further promoted, and argued the land was earmarked for housing in earlier Council plans….
Molong Couple to drive from Mildura to Townsville Calling for More Cancer Services in the Central West
Driving from Mildura through the desert to Townsville in a car worth $1,500. It sounds a little crazy, but a couple from Molong is determined to do it. Greg and Richelle Mills will take the road trip, calling for more infrastructure and staff for cancer care in the Central West, and will raise money for…
Child Car Seat Check Program Reducing Road Fatalities
Orange and Cabonne’s Local Government Road Safety Program is rolling out free child car seat checks during preschool and kindergarten hours until the end of May. The annual safety program has been running for almost 15 years, and helps parents and carers keep seats properly installed. Also on today’s Podcast A report tendered to Bathurst…
Orange Hindu Community Looking to Build Temple
The Orange Hindu Association is looking for a suitable parcel of land for a temple in the region, to give adherents a place to worship outside of Sydney. Also on today’s Podcast Orange Council has narrowly voted not to support a new greyhound track on Perc Griffith Way, with the final decision to be made…
Landcare Group on a Mission to Reduce Salinity in Local Waterways with Environmental Planting
Locals in Cumnock and surrounds are being invited to a paddock walk and site assessment to demonstrate the benefits of a small scale environmental planting. The local Landcare group wants to reduce salinity in waterways and support biodiversity. Also on today’s Podcast The NSW Police Rural Crime Prevention Team is encouraging Central West farmers to…
Local Honey Producers Hit Hard by Fuel Prices, Bad Weather, Varroa Mite
A Bathurst beekeeper says the wholesale price of honey hasn’t moved in 15 years, with producers being hit by rising fuel costs, varroa mite and low yields. Business owners say it’s important to support local honey producers and stop buying cheaply made and part artificial honey from overseas.
Oberon Easter Markets Invites Kids and Families this Long Weekend
The Oberon Easter markets will get underway on Saturday at the Oberon showground from 9am. Along with the usual stalls the Easter bunny will be dropping in for a visit ahead of a busy night on the job. Also on today’s Podcast The Prime Minister says assistance should be offered to communities impacted by the…
Students to Play Netball for Mental Health in This Year’s Mensline Cup
The Mensline Netball Cup begins today, a school competition raising awareness about men’s mental health. James Sheahan Catholic High School in Orange is hoping they’ll take out the competition again, for a fifth year in a row. The Year 12 boys have learned netball- taught by expert girls in their cohort. Also on today’s Podcast…
