The Riverine Grazier editorial: Don’t let our story end – Why Facebook’s decision matters to Hay
A decision by a large, faceless US based company miles away in their corporate offices may not seem to have much impact, here, out in Hay, or in Balranald or Ivanhoe. Our local newspaper – YOUR newspaper – surely feels no impact from Facebook or Instagram. Or does it? ... The decision by Meta to stop paying for the news it allows to be shared across Facebook and Instagram will have a direct impact on our newspaper and the support we can offer our readers and communities.
Dalton fishes for river quality
Member for Murray Helen Dalton says carp are a threat to the Murray Darling Basin that has been ignored by the NSW Government ... “This week's release of the government's Alternatives to Buybacks Plan completely ignores one of the greatest environmental threats to our river systems - invasive and destructive Carp,” Mrs Dalton said.
Hay Branch of NSW Farmers reactivated
The Hay Branch of NSW Farmers was reactivated at the group’s recent annual general meeting, after several years of inactivity. Geoff Chapman was appointed as president of the local branch, supported by honorary secretary Rowan Houston. NSW Farmers Regional Services Manager Frank Galluzzo said the successful meeting will open up networking and training opportunities.
The Riverine Grazier, 28 February 2024
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Hay hold Creet Cup in a nail-biter
West Wyalong’s senior cricket team travelled to Hay on Sunday in the hope of wrestling the Creet Cup away from Hay. Winning the toss and batting the Hay openers Dean Aylett and Liam Whitbourne got off to a steady start getting the total to 18 before Dean was caught behind in the ninth over.
Magpies ready to tackle women’s rugby league
Women's rugby league is charging downfield in Australia, attracting packed stands and igniting excitement across the nation. Leagues like the NRLW and state-based competitions are witnessing a surge in attendance, proving the doubters wrong and demonstrating the sport's undeniable appeal.
The Riverine Grazier, 21 February 2024
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Crisis point – the local face of the national housing crisis
The grim reality of the shortage of available housing in Hay hit home to one young family recently. After a career change which saw Mick and Gabby Flattery and six-year-old Connor leave employer-supplied housing, they faced the disheartening search for a rental property in Hay ... “There isn’t even small one-bedroom unit to rent, let alone family houses."
From cars to conservation – UAG turns to ex-Holden plastics firm for waste-to-fertiliser components
When UAG Bio Nutrients needed specific plastic manufacturing expertise to produce its patented vermiculture modules, it turned to Select Plastics ... The process is the first in the world to efficiently and cleanly integrate anaerobic digestion and vermiculture at industrial scale to convert organic waste into bio-fertiliser and clean energy.
