Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Narrandera Argus

Publisher details

Established in 1881.

An independent weekly colour newspaper published each Thursday.

The paper’s circulation covers Narrandera, Leeton, Yanco, Griffith, Coolamon, Ganmain, Matong and Grong Grong  

Subscriptions to the digital edition are available online.

Website with online news and digital edition

Articles

Latest articles

Democracy failing regional Australia says agricultural leader

Narrandera Argus
Agriculture
The NSW Government has been urged to show its commitment to regional NSW by backing a feasibility study into a community-supported water-saving project. Narrandera resident David Farley, who has spent time abroad developing water management strategies that support both the environment and agriculture, is calling on NSW Water Minister Rose Jackson to back a $1 million feasibility study for the Lake Coolah project.

Milestone for Kurrajong’s larrikin

Narrandera Argus
Employment
Sean Cunningham. In today’s society where careers change often, 43 y/o John Howitt has proven that dedication, commitment and hard work can stand the test of time. Well-known in the Narrandera community, John recently celebrated an incredible milestone - 35 years of service at Kurrajong Recycling.
Storm damage

Widespread damage across electorate: MP calls for disaster declaration

Narrandera Argus
Agriculture
Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke said the damage across Harden and Murrumburrah from severe storms on Monday varies from businesses who were dealing with up to two inches of water in their stores, to nearby farmers and wildlife. “We’re seeing trees that are down, fences that have gone into creeks, the bird life has been impacted and most importantly, pastures have been shredded.”

Earlier articles

Urban Channel Pipeline Project to benefit community

Narrandera Argus
Council
Murrumbidgee Irrigation (MI) is looking forward to kicking off the Urban Channel Pipeline Project this year, which will provide a range of benefits to the communities of Griffith and Leeton ... The project is designed to replace inefficient aging channels around Griffith and Leeton with 47.5 kilometres of new pipeline.

Narrandera Camera Club Expo a great success

Narrandera Argus
Arts
Narrandera Camera Club has kicked off again week with interest growing following its successful photo exhibition "Our Patch in Focus" at the Leeton Museum and Art Gallery ... The display showcases 135 beautiful photos by the club’s photographers capturing the essence of the Riverina.

Unruly mob leads to call for action

Narrandera Argus
Community
Reports of a home being "smashed up" in Narrandera last week have caused an uproar on social media, with a number of people describing the incident as "absolutely disgusting behaviour" ... Well known youth advocate David Polhill posted on Facebook, saying a "hard working family relatively new to town found their house surrounded by a group of 10 late primary/early high school girls".

Mayor’s service to community recognised with OAM

 Sean Cunningham. Narrandera Shire Council Mayor Neville Kschenka is no stranger to being in the limelight given the position he holds in local government, but his status was elevated on Australia Day.

Roxy hosts inaugural E-Sports Gaming Tournament

Narrandera Argus
Business
Competitors were in for a one-of-a-kind gaming experience with the game feed being cast onto the large projector screen in the Roxy auditorium. The event included competitions across the games “Super Smash Brothers” (22 competitors), “Mario Kart” (16 competitors) and “Rocket League” (16 competitors).
Leeton Roxy Theatre E Sports

Narrandera Argus, 13 February 2025

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Narrandera Argus, 30 January 2025

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Narrandera Argus, 16 January 2025

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Narrandera Argus, 19 December 2024

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About Narrandera Argus

The Narrandera Argus is an independently owned newspaper that has remained in local hands since its inception more than 140 years ago.

It now has a website and paywall catering for digital subscribers and is published weekly on Thursdays.

 

Printing is undertaken offsite although for the first century of its operations it was printed on site in one of its historic locations in the town.

 


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