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Community backlash over Newey ban
Cobar Shire Council’s announcement of a ban on free camping at the Newey has prompted strong community backlash. Council’s general manager Peter Vlatko publically announced the ‘no camping until further notice’ rule last week after receiving a directive from the NSW Department of Industry—Crown Lands and Water. Local resident Jill […]
Water restrictions eased for Cobar
After 14 months of not being able to use a sprinkler or irrigation system to water our lawns, Cobar residents will now get a reprieve with water restrictions to be eased this week. In response to increasing water storage levels at Burrendong Dam, Cobar Shire Council made the decision last […]
Council partners schools to improve the environment
A revegetation program involving Cobar’s school kids was undertaken last week to help recondition a local stormwater drain. Cobar Shire Council’s noxious weeds officer Melissa Gunn and director of planning and environmental services Stephen Poulter have been engaging with local primary and high school students to show them the importance […]