Local news for Bathurst, Orange, and Central West NSW
The Central West has been selected as part of a federally funded program aiming to restore fragile grassy woodlands. The DRI.SEED project will look to restore native species in consultation with traditional owners to improve resilience in storms and erosion. Also on today’s Podcast The Wiradyuri Traditional Owners Central West Corporation says they are reviewing…
A Christian blessing has been held for motorbikes at Canowindra, with riders reminded to stay safe this Motorcycle Awareness Month. Dozens of bikes parked at the Anglican Church in Canowindra for them to be prayed over by a senior pastor. Also on today’s Podcast The killer of mother and childcare worker Molly Ticehurst has filed…
Central West gardeners are rolling up their sleeves with spring well underway, with now the best time to start pruning flowering shrubs. It’s also a good time to be fertilising roses and keeping an eye out for aphids and black spots. But with hot conditions expected, green thumbs are being encouraged to consider irrigation measures….
Sailability Central West is joining the Carcoar Dam Sailing Club for its open day on Sunday October 25, as the season begins. The club provides opportunities to learn single-handed sailing with volunteer instructors. There’s no prior sailing experience required. Also on today’s Podcast Transport for NSW is warning of further traffic gridlock on the Darling…
The Country Education Foundation is supporting 13 students from Blayney to attend University or TAFE, with funds going towards accommodation and transport. Blayney Council this week committed $5,000 towards the Foundation, with one off donations also coming from businesses in the Central West. Also on today’s Podcast A GoFundMe page has been started for an…