Dark Days: The Goldfields Gothic
The Goldfields Gothic Festival of Dark Ideas – in only its second incarnation - has already taken its place alongside the Easter Fair, the Folk Festival, Maldon in Winter and others as a not-to-be-missed event on the calendar. The weather is always a factor, and this year it began on a gloomy Friday, cleared on Saturday and ended in glorious sunshine on Sunday.
And the winner”¦
…of the 2023 Logie for the best lifestyle series is - Channel Nine’s Travel Guides! Which meant that Maldon locals Janetta Stones and Kevin Moloney not only strolled the red carpet at the recent Logie Awards ceremony in Sydney recently. They also joined their fellow travellers onstage to accept the award. Well done, seasoned travellers!
Incitec Pivot sale draws growing concerns from GrainGrowers
Industry body GrainGrowers has called for additional information about the potential sale of Incitec Pivot’s fertiliser business to foreign interests, citing growing concerns from members over future supply.
Empowering Aboriginal business leaders in the Gascoyne: Punch
The Cook Government's successful Aboriginal Business Leadership Initiative has been extended to the Gascoyne, to help build the capacity of Aboriginal businesses in the region. Better Heart Aboriginal Corporation has been awarded the contract to deliver the six-month program in the Gascoyne.
Rates up at Robe
Ratepayers at Robe will have an average rate increase of 7.7 per cent, which mayor Lisa Ruffell believes is “fair and reasonable in the current climate” ... At the top end of the rate rise sits primary producers who are likely to see their rates soar by 11.95 per cent, or more.
Cash is lifeblood
Kim Radok. When we talk about cash in business from the perspective of our introduction, essentially, we are talking about the funds in the business’s bank account(s) ... Irrespective of whether your business accepts or extends credit, the fact of business life is that now you are seeing how important it is to understand the role cash plays in the long-term survival of your business.
PS Alexander Arbuthnot’s 100th draws nearer
This year’s 100th anniversary of the launching of the paddleboat Alexander Arbuthnot at Koondrook will be celebrated at a community event at the Koondrook Wharf and Apex Park on Friday, October 27 from 4pm – 7.30pm ... During the event, interpretive signage will be unveiled showcasing the extensive research from the Barham Koondrook Historical Society and volunteers on the local paddleboat history.
Not-so-Instagram-worthy issues to be raised with Premier
Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has challenged the NSW Premier Chris Minns to show that he governs for the entire State and to do what is needed to improve Narrandera’s water supply. Ms Cooke said … he should do so in what he has already tagged as the "insta-worthy township of Narrandera".
Exciting times ahead at Bracknell Lodge
After more than two and a half years since it was first applied for, Wyreema’s Bracknell Lodge can now become home to a horse equestrian arena after Toowoomba Regional Council gave its approval last week. Councillors had the final say at a special meeting held last Wednesday and gave their unanimous support for the development application.
Sustainable procurement an important step towards net zero emissions: Koutsantonis
A new Sustainable Procurement Policy has been implemented across the State Government’s infrastructure and transport programs as we continue working to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 ... The introduction of this new policy by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport will ensure sustainability risks...
Protea Place is open for service in Warwick
This week sees the opening of a wonderful Support Centre for Women. Located at 37 Guy Street Warwick Protea Place welcomes vulnerable women who may be experiencing homelessness or disadvantage. The focus of Protea Place Warwick is on delivering Dignity Services such as lunch, showers, laundry, clothing and toiletries along with information and referral where possible.
Signing off after 50 years!
On the 4th of September 1973, CA & VJ Willet were officially registered with the Electrical Contractors Association and so began 50 years of work for the local electrician. Colin commenced his electrical apprenticeship as a 14-year-old with the Southern Electrical Authority (now Ergon) working in Brisbane and Warwick.
The cashless society – Part 1
Oscar Tamsen. Australians are losing more than $1 billion a year to debit and credit card scammers and electronic thieves, causing more and more Clarence Valley ratepayers and others to ask why the Federal Government is urging the country towards a cashless society. Research undertaken by the CV Independent has revealed that many Clarence Valley bank card holders cannot understand why this "convenient banking" is being favoured while it continues to be open slather to criminals’ intent on stealing their hard-earned monetary assets.
People power – Farmers set to descend on Victorian Parliament: VFF
Victorian farmers will descend on Parliament House in Melbourne next Tuesday 15 August for the ‘Stop the Towers’ rally, in response to the proposed VNI West and Western Renewables Link transmission projects.
‘Lots of laughter’
Nhill is excited to have a funky new coffee van open in the main street from Saturday. ‘Lots of Laughter’ will be opening at 44- 46 Victoria Street (where the Nhill Garden Centre was). Local Lachlan Keller, who is an experienced cook, is looking forward to serving the local community.
Harwood Slipway’s new owners
Harwood Slipway will continue the transformation into a more diversified marine precinct servicing vessels along Australia’s east coast after the Polaris Marine Group purchased the facility last week, signalling the beginning of a new marine dynasty for the Clarence – Polaris Marine Dockyards. Established in 1969, Harwood Slipway was focused on designing, building, and repairing ships...
Labour market tightens
Will Hunter. Unemployment figures for Yorke Peninsula’s local government areas continue to fall and businesses are still grappling with workforce shortages. In a sign of a tightening local labour market, Copper Coast, Barunga West and Yorke Peninsula Council areas all recorded at least a 1.3 per cent decrease in unemployment in the quarter ending March 2023, compared with December 2022.
AER extends timeframe for making a decision on VNI West RIT-T dispute
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has extended the timeframe for making a decision on the dispute raised by Moorabool and Central Highlands Power Alliance Inc. (MCHPA) in relation to AEMO Victoria Planning (AVP) and TransGrid’s Joint Victoria NSW Interconnector West (VNI-West) regulatory investment test for transmission (RIT-T).
Quilpie liveability and business growth drives land sales
With land sales hitting an all-time high in Quilpie Shire, the vibrant local community is gearing up for a surge of new developments for both residential and industrial properties ... "I’m sure land hasn’t changed hands at such a rapid rate since Opal mining exploded in the region in the early 1900’s,” said Stuart Mackenzie, Mayor of Quilpie Shire Council.
Spring Street Tractor Rally; August 15: “Stop the Towers”
On Tuesday, August 15, the Regional Victoria Power Alliance of farmers, their rural, regional, and suburban neighbours, retail and tourism business owners, and many other community members will be holding their "Stop the Towers" Rally in Melbourne, on the steps of Parliament and in Spring Street itself ... "Stop the Towers" spokesperson Glenden Watts, "the naked farmer" from Yeungroon, says that he and everyone else in the western and northwestern regions only learnt earlier this year that they were in an "area of interest" for VNI West.
Yanchep and Two Rocks put forward as sites for glamping proposal
There were shocked and angry reactions from the public gallery when the City of Wanneroo approved a glamping tent proposal for the old Quinns Rocks caravan park site last Tuesday evening ... When the Mayor Linda Aitken called for councillors to record their vote the result was tied 7-7 so Mrs Aitken used her casting vote to get the controversial proposal over the line.
Truckin’ good results
Casino Truck Show became the biggest truck show in the Southern Hemisphere on Saturday, August 5, when about 600 trucks rolled into town. The Tiny Lollback Rig of the Show went to Luke Wilson, Bulmer’s Transport. Luke’s T908 rig has travelled 1.9 million kilometres.
