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Minister officially opens Federation Mine

The Federation Mine near Nymagee was officially opened last Wednesday by Minister for Natural Resources Courtney Houssos. Aurelia Metals’ Federation Mine is the state’s newest critical minerals and high-tech metals mine and over its projected initial eight year mine life will support more than 140 skilled jobs and provide a […]

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Cuppa for a cause

Kara O’Hara from Kirinari Community Services (pictured above with Len Burton) hosted a ‘Cuppa for Dementia’ fundraiser last Tuesday at The John Mitchell Pharmacy as part of Dementia Action Week. The day was an opportunity for locals to learn more about dementia and support those affected by the condition. Kara […]

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Goonrey and Prendergast win Doubles title

Golfie bowls spectators were treated to some very fine bowling on Saturday and Sunday as two Club Championships were decided. In the Doubles Championship game played on Sunday between Ian Prendergast/John Goonrey and Alec Fraser/Mark Fraser, right up to the 13th end it was clear that both teams were worthy […]

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Careers advice from experts

Cobar High School held a Careers Expo at the school last Wednesday with 30 different exhibitors/employers on hand to discuss all things careers with local students. Pictured is one of the exhibitors Laura Prince from Geandale Station talking to students Deni Brown and Maddie Bruce about different careers on offer […]

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Coolah Roos spoil Cobar Roosters’ party

With two teams in this year’s Castlereagh  Rugby League grand finals, the Cobar Roosters were hoping it would be a double celebration when they hosted the big day at Tom Knight Memorial Oval on Saturday. The Cobar Under 18s kicked off the celebrations early in the day with their thrilling […]