from 2MCE FM
The Royal Bathurst Show has been described a success with at least 30,000 visitors making their way through the gates over the weekend. From craft competitions to fireworks it’s proved a tourism drawcard. Also on today’s Podcast Transport for NSW has shortlisted engineering solutions put forward by global industry experts for the troubled Mitchells Causeway…
The Denison Dog Training Club will this weekend hold its annual Obedience and Rally Trail at Eglinton. It’s both a chance for serious competitors and families to attend with their pets to compete at problem solving, precision heeling and recalls. Also on today’s Podcast The Bathurst Uniting Support Service says people couch-surfing in the region…
The Western Region Planning Panel last week approved the Perc Griffith Way track, but Greyhound Racing NSW CEO Steve Griffin says the registration of a new club at Orange would not be consistent with legislative obligations. A lack of support from the State body and Council likely means headaches for the proponents. Also on today’s…
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…
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…
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….
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…
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…
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…
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…