4+ hour, 12+ min ago   (396+ words) Next week is Library and Information Week. To celebrate the week that reminds us all of the value of libraries and what they bring to our communities, Macquarie Regional Library (MRL) will host an Open Day on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at…...

4+ hour, 47+ min ago   (539+ words) As Patrick Blomfield rode home after a long day mustering goats in the outback, a big kangaroo suddenly leapt into the side of his motorbike. Stunned, the young farm hand called to his workmate for help. "I slowed down, pulled…...

14+ hour, 49+ min ago   (568+ words) While most rural Australians would be familiar with traditional country contests ranging from horse-ploughing, sheep shearing, crop-and-yield, cooking and craft tournaments; they may not have ever heard of a fallow competition. Local historian, Patrick Bourke, however, has again come to…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago   (507+ words) Sitting in an office wearing tailored shirts and pin-tucked skirts, Hayley Jensen was always uncomfortable working as a corporate consultant. It wasn't just the business attire that didn't feel quite right, it was her entire life. After finishing in the…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago   (362+ words) With tabletop games enjoying growing popularity, the current subdued economic sentiment hasn’t been a dampener for local start-up Roll of the Dice. Mostly aimed at young local gaming fans and requiring only modest initial outlays and little ongoing costs, things…...

1+ day, 15+ hour ago   (445+ words) The Middle East conflict has fuelled a sharp acceleration in construction costs, but price growth remains relatively soft by historical standards. Construction costs increased one per cent in the June quarter, according to data firm Cotality's latest Cordell construction cost…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago   (639+ words) Australia is watching with interest as Brazil proposes a landmark law that could send people to jail for misogyny. Brazil's lawmakers are debating the proposal which would equate gender-based hatred with racism under existing anti-discrimination laws. Australia continues to grapple…...

2+ day, 14+ hour ago   (597+ words) It’s a big ask of a 12-year-old boy to raise $1 million dollars for a cause close to his heart – but Warren youngster Dusty Langby believes he’s up to the task. Late next month, Dusty and his support team will set…...

2+ day, 20+ hour ago   (458+ words) I’ve taken up a new hobby. Scrapbooking. I know what you’re thinking. Another hobby? Why don’t you finish the scarf you’ve been knitting for Miss 17 since 2014? When is your ADHD assessment? And to answer your questions: I’ve lost one of…...

2+ day, 22+ hour ago   (580+ words) What advice would you give your younger self? I would tell my younger self not to take life too seriously. Every challenge passes, no matter how big, and every small joy is something to hold onto and be grateful for....