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Speaking words of wisdom – Glenn Capelli

Glenn Capelli is a globetrotting professional speaker with a long career that’s seen him travel to 33 countries to do presentations ... our conversation was long and full of learning and included Glenn’s observation that today’s world places too much emphasis on “big dreams and end goals”.

India’s economic awakening: The game-changer for WA’s sheep industry

Omika Upadhayay. India, the world’s most overlooked economic success story, is on the cusp of a transformation that could have profound implications for Western Australia’s sheep industry.

Two cars for one

The Central Desert Regional Council has sent “to the legal team” questions from the Alice Springs News about car expenses for its President, Adrian Dixon ... What has been the cost to the council of the provision of cars to President Dixon since March 2022? ... What was the President doing in Mt Isa in November last year? ...

Clean up contractors collect dead fish from Richmond River

The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) and the Department of Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) are working with local councils to respond to the fish kills in Richmond and Clarence waterways after ex-cyclone Alfred.

Making macadamias tasty at Nuts End (Highland cows not included)

You’d be nuts not to get excited about the Highland cows at Peta Maloney’s property Nuts End at Hogarth Range ... Peta has the cattle as an addition to her main farm business of macadamias.

Hard Talk: Top election issues

Healthcare, infrastructure, the rising cost of living and government waste are among the key concerns impacting voters in regional towns like Naracoorte in the South East ... In this edition of Hard Talk, The [Naracoorte] News spoke with several political leaders to gain insight into the major election topics that could determine the outcome.

SA’s first full rural medical degree launched

For the first time in South Australia’s history, aspiring doctors can complete their entire medical degree in regional communities, thanks to Flinders University’s new South Australia Rural Medical Program. Sixty students – including 30 in Mount Gambier – have begun their studies in the landmark program, which is designed to address the critical shortage of doctors in regional, rural, and remote areas.

Superb native orchid paintings exhibition

Adair Dunsford. Edenhope artist, Meagan Lonsdale is currently exhibiting stunning pictures of the region’s native orchids at the Naracoorte Regional Art Gallery. Running alongside the “Recognition” exhibition of portraits by Harrow artist Ron Penrose, Meagan has presented highly detailed paintings showcasing the region’s orchids.

Top turnout for Birchip Tennis: Club Championships decided

The Birchip Tennis Club hosted its annual Club Championships Day on Sunday, marking the biggest turnout in the club’s history. Thirty matches were played across the afternoon, in glorious Autumn sunshine, which provided great viewing and entertainment.

St. Andrew’s honours century in Donald

Isabelle Flett. Today as we celebrate the official opening of this building 100 years ago on the 19th of March, 1925, we give thanks for the faith and foresight of that early Presbyterian congregation. But, more than that, we celebrate the early settlers who saw the need 52 years before, to call the Rev. Hugh McKail in 1862 to minister to the pastoralists and their employees of the St. Arnaud-Richardson River area.

Road to research: Two dads – same mission

When positive change is needed in the world, it takes the most determined of characters and the most passionate of hearts to think big, then think bigger again, and then dig deep to make a difference. The two local Allora Dads have set one such bold challenge for themselves - in September this year, Max Mason and James Turner plan to cycle from Lourdes in France...

Commitment to gender equality: women assemble at Charlton Park

In 1995, the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action was adopted by 189 governments ... Thirty years on, over one hundred women from across Buloke and beyond, gathered at Charlton Park for an event titled “Resilient Women. Empowered Communities” to reflect on the progress we have made and the challenges that remain.

Photos photos photos – repetition was the topic

Glenda Guy. Allora Photography Group met in Allora ... to have their February topic photos, Repetition, judged by PSQ Judge, John Stewart. Our members found they needed to look outside the usual for this subject, but the results have been most effective.

Biosecurity should concern everyone

At a meeting held at All Saints Anglican Church Hall in Clifton last Wednesday, attendees from across the Darling Downs heard why biosecurity is so important. The Condamine Catchment Management Association (CCMA) held a general meeting, which included guest speaker Craig Hunter, a Senior Biosecurity Officer for Biosecurity Queensland.

Duck season exemption for Cairn Curran: no response

Requests for a list of 25 Victorian waterways, including Cairn Curran Reservoir, to be named as exempt from duck hunting have gone unanswered by the State Government as hunters in camouflage gear appeared at the popular recreation site over the weekend.

The nature of art

Visiting an art gallery might seem like something that only tourists do, but there’s nothing stopping locals from enjoying art in their own town. Indeed, the current exhibition at Cascade Art Gallery, featuring etchings and paintings by John Wolseley, suggests that art and local galleries are part of an ecosystem to which we all belong.

Emergency services levy pushback

At its Tuesday 18 March meeting, Mount Alexander Shire Council (MASC) passed a motion to write to the State Government with objections to the proposed introduction of the Emergency Services Volunteer Fund Levy (ESVFL) in its current form.

Rugby heavyweights ruck n’ roll into Coffs Harbour

NSW Rugby reps have started rolling into the area ahead of the inaugural Coffs Coast Festival of Rugby that is set to light up the City of Coffs Harbour ... Some 2,000 tickets to the extravaganza at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium on Saturday 5 April have already been snapped up. 

New WA firearm laws: What you need to know

WA Firearms Act Reform 2024Firearms Act 2024 (WA)Firearms Regulations 2024 (WA) See also: Firearms Bill 2024

Kaiwi to go the distance at Port on Saturday

After being narrowly defeated at Grafton a fortnight ago, Kaiwi is set to deliver the goods on McGuigan BMW Race Day at Port Macquarie on Saturday ... Peter Sinclair puts the polish on Kaiwi and relocated from his home base of Moree to train privately for Sutton Park racing boss, Mark Sowerby, and the astute mentor possesses a great strike rate after winning just under 900 races.

Sporting group blows whistle on showgrounds consultation failure

Who would have thought ping pong could get the Victorian Government into so much trouble. Amid developing controversy over plans to redevelop the Prince of Wales Showgrounds at Bendigo, damning testimony has come to light from a 2023 Federal Senate inquiry into the cancellation of the 2026 Commonwealth Games that was to be hosted by regional Victoria.

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