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Troy Cassar-Daley takes home five Golden Guitars

The 2025 Country Music Awards of Australia (CMAA) were held in Tamworth on January 25, with Clarence Valley country music star and proud Gumbaynggirr/Bundjalung man Troy Cassar-Daley one of the most celebrated artists on the night. Cassar-Daley won five Golden Guitars, bringing his total to a record 45.

Grafton firefighter honoured with prestigious award

Grafton Fire and Rescue 306 Station Captain Garry Reardon has been awarded the Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM) in the 2025 Australia Day Honours. Established in 1988, the AFSM is one of the highest honours an Australian firefighter can receive, and the medal is awarded to firefighters who have demonstrated exceptional service, initiative, and performance throughout their careers.

Biggest fishing comp ever

Hay Lions 2025 fishing competition has been hailed as the biggest ever, with 900 tickets sold and 690 fishing entrants ... Travelling five hours from Ballarat for a weekend of fishing with mates paid off for a beaming James Waller. He won the main prize of a 399 Stacer boat, complete with motor and trailer.

No action on allegations Aboriginal sites were destroyed

In November 2024, The Riverine Grazier reported on investigations NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) into concerns Aboriginal scarred trees had been removed from Gundaline Station’s Red Gum forests ... "The Department has decided not to continue its investigation or take any further action in response to this matter."

Shirley our top citizen

Shirley Hajek is a household name throughout Hay Shire and a popular selection for the 2025 Citizen of the Year ... An emotional Shirley accepted her award from Australia Day Ambassador, Susie Elelman AM during the traditional breakfast ceremony at Hay Gaol Museum on Sunday.

Condobolin Picnic Races, 22 February 2025

Condobolin Picnic Race Club

New front-line weapon against mobile fire ants

A tough new product has been launched in the fight against the potentially nationwide spread of the invasive Red Imported Fire Ants (RIFA), while one expert warns that care should be taken to minimise the risk to other species and the environment from all fire ant treatments.

Invasive Dreams claims Queen of the North honours at Port

In a finish befitting such a prestigious race, Invasive Dreams was able sneak along the rails and claim a decisive victory in the $65,000 Port Panters Queen of the North at Port Macquarie on Friday.

All she wants to do is give back to the town that welcomed her – Roz Knights receives Australia Day OAM

Roz Knights was cutting onions this morning for Kyogle’s Australia Day barbecue when State MP Janelle Saffin popped in to congratulate her. Roz has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for her public service.

Henty Show, 8 February 2025

Henty Show Society Inc I Calendar and Map Welcome to the Henty Show Society's Annual Agriculture Show on Saturday the 8th of February 2025. Purchase your...

Huge clean-up required as storms hit Riverina and other parts of state

NSW State Emergency Service (SES) members have responded to thousands of incidents since severe storms hit various areas of NSW including the Riverina last week. Narrandera escaped unscathed. The significant thunderstorms impacted the Riverina and southern NSW on Wednesday afternoon, causing widespread damage.

Survival Day march expected to be well supported

Sean Cunningham. This Sunday, January 26, is a date that carries two vastly different meanings for many Australians. To many it is known as Australia Day and is a celebration, but for others, especially the indigenous population, it is a painful reminder of a day they call Invasion Day or Survival Day.

Lockhart shearer continues to break records

A record year of world sheep shearing records has ended with Lockhart shearer Nicki Guttler’s breaking of a new mark. Guttler, who was third in a women’s event at the Golden Shears in Masterton in March 2024, shore 450 merino lambs in eight hours at Parkdale Merino Stud, near Dubbo – the 11th successful record bid in 2024.

Virus escalates along the border

Holiday makers and residents in the state’s north are being reminded to remain vigilant against mosquitoes, following recent detections of the Japanese encephalitis virus. Victoria’s early warning mosquito surveillance program has identified the virus in two mosquito traps in Moira Shire – the first mosquito-borne disease detections this season.

Chucky wins Dakar

Victorian Daniel ‘Chucky’ Sanders has claimed his maiden Dakar victory, marking KTM's 20th Dakar win and becoming the second Australian to triumph in the gruelling race. ‘Chucky’ is no stranger to the top step on the world stage; he has represented Australia at the International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) and has won titles.

MRC Citizen of the Year Alan Fielding

Moving to Moulamein from Sydney seven years ago Alan and Sue Fielding embraced rural living ... Not long after moving to Moulamein, a chance meeting with China Gibson saw Alan invited to join the RFS.

Quamby farm heritage comes to life

This weekend the Quamatook Tractor Pull Complex will be a hive of activity as farm machinery from yesteryear is fired up to work as the Quambatook Heritage Working Machinery Association holds their annual harvest working days event ...

Narrandera Argus, 23 January 2025

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Dorrigo Dog Trial, 14-16 March 2025

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