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The Koondrook and Barham Bridge Newspaper, 10 July 2025
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Happy NAIDOC week 2025
The next generation - Strength, Vision & Legacy. The Wilcannia News team would like to wish everyone a very happy NAIDOC week 2025 ... Here are some photos from previous NAIDOC weeks...
Covid concerns at community meeting
The adverse effects of Covid vaccines and concerns about how the process was administrated by the government were heard at a community meeting at Maclean on Sunday ... Ms O’Hearn said close to 100 people attended the meeting at the former Maclean RSL Club to hear a presentation from former Barrister, prominent anti-vaccination advocate, Julian Gillespie and discuss their experiences.
Act now if you fish for Mulloway
Clarence Valley fishos are concerned the draft Mulloway Harvest Strategy could be extreme and potentially impact tourism but the community has until July 31 to make its feelings heard ... there are fears the Harvest Strategy could prevent taking any Mulloway.
Clarence Valley military connections celebrated at book launch
Nestled within the rural confines of Northern NSW, the Clarence Valley is a long way from overseas conflicts ... more than 50 people including family members and representatives of servicemen and servicewomen, both former and current, came together at Grafton’s Schaeffer House Museum to attend the official launch of local publication A Military Connection.
Worst ever drought is only three years away
A Riverina-based engineer with vast experience in climate and infrastructure has repeated his warning that Eastern Australia should prepare for the worst drought ever experienced. The prediction is for a drought that would affect entire communities, not just farmers.
Dalton’s water Bill progresses – environmental water is “a mess”
"It matters because, as of December 2022, governments held over 2.5 million megalitres, which is 2,505 gigalitres, of water licences across New South Wales, yet there is no central, transparent record of what has been done with it. There is no way to track trades": Helen Dalton, Member for Murray.
Family calls for Alicia’s Law to create a national DV database
The family of former Hay student Alicia Little have launched an appeal for co-operation between courts across state borders. The family says the Justice for Alicia Little Campaign focuses on urging Australian authorities to work together to roll out a national domestic violence offender database.
A WIN for people power, says MP
The sudden backflip on withdrawing Channel Seven programming from South-East free-to-air TV screens is a testament to the community’s determination, a local MP says ... “I am livid that communities across the Limestone Coast and the Riverland were used as pawns in a commercial negotiation and I have made my disappointment clear to the chief executive officers of both organisations,” said Liberal member for Barker, Tony Pasin.
Baakantji woman honoured in Victoria
Aunty Iris Bysouth nee DUTTON, recognised on the Victorian Aboriginal Honour roll ... Aunty Iris is a survivor of the Stolen Generations ... Aunty Iris has been recognised for dedicating her life to supporting Aboriginal people to reconnect with their identity, Culture and families.
MASP unveils first reconciliation plan
Mallee Accommodation and Support Program (MASP) is proud to unveil its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) as the organisation strengthens its commitment to growing relationships, respect and opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Mallee and far west NSW.
Solar farm final report includes changes to fence, substation location and size of site
Ark Energy has completed its report on the Richmond Valley Solar Farm after issues came from the community during public exhibition. The issues relating to the development application and environmental impact statement include visual and noise impacts, biodiversity, bushfire risk and changing land use.
Bringing back the rodeo after 23 year hiatus
There hasn’t been a rodeo in Woodenbong for at least 23 years. Renai Pearce and John O’Reilly are about to change that ... On July 19, the rodeo is back at Woodenbong Showground.
A $6.3 billion solution hiding in plain sight
Picture this: you're watching the NSW Treasurer deliver a budget that cuts transport spending by 34 per cent, slashes education infrastructure by 41 per cent, and offers zero additional cost of living relief to struggling families. Meanwhile, sitting in government reservoirs across the state is something that could change everything – 450 gigalitres of surplus water worth a potential $6.3 billion.
New fire ant failure detected: NSW Farmers Association
Farmers are calling for a government crackdown to stamp out fire ants in NSW after the pests were discovered in Tweed Heads this week. On Wednesday the NSW Government confirmed an immature Red Imported Fire Ant nest was detected on a property in NSW, where it was later destroyed by authorities.
VNI West completion dates pushed back
Transmission Company Victoria ... advised landholders that the expected completion date for the VNI West transmission project was extending from 2028 to late 2030. TCV Spokesperson, Claire Cass, said the updated timeline reflects revised planning, design and construction assumptions for one of Victoria’s most significant energy infrastructure projects ... The controversial project's timeline extension showed the landholders deserved more respect, according to Member for Mallee Dr Anne Webster.
A journey of community and commerce in Cohuna
In the heart of Cohuna, Victoria, Craig and Atalie Warren have built a thriving business at Cohuna Betta Home Living, a one-stop shop for homewares, electrical appliances, flooring, and furniture. Since taking ownership in 2021, the couple has transformed the store into a cornerstone of commerce, offering a diverse range of products and exceptional service. Now, as they prepare to sell the business, they reflect on their journey ...
Kerang can finds a highfalutin home
When Kerang resident, and former Bridge production manager, Michael Douthat, listed a Coke can on eBay he never thought it would be heading back to corporate HQ. “I sold an empty Coca-Cola can, which I had with me since I was a kid.” said Michael ... “I’m interested if my note in the parcel will be responded to: It would be great to hear more about the Coca-Cola Museum...
