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2021
Tucker truck was welcomed
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Tucker Truck was in Cobar last week offering a free community barbecue lunch on Tuesday and breakfast on Wednesday morning and used the opportunity to “have a chat” with locals. In light of recent events that have impacted the local community, the RFDS was […]
2021
Long service recognition
Local Bill Arnold was recently presented with a Rural Fire Service Long Service medal by RFS Far West Team District Officer, Greg Martin and congratulated on being a member of the Sandy Creek Brigade for over 50 years.
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Local band Ballz n All to join in Christmas celebrations
Local band, Ballz n All, have been booked to play at this year’s Christmas Street Pa-rade & Gala Shopping Night. Sponsorship from Glencore CSA Mine and Sandvik for this year’s event has enabled the Cobar Business Association to amp up the night’s entertainment and bring in the live band to […]
2021
Buffaloes kick off fundraiser
A project to raise funds to build memorials at the Cobar Cemetery to honour former Cobar residents Kate McKenzie and Johnny the Balt (John Kowalski) has been kicked off with a generous donation of $500 from the members of the Cobar Buffalo Lodge. Pictured above is Jill Weaving, who’s heading […]
2021
May Higgins celebrates her 100th birthday
Two of Australia’s much loved icons have just celebrated their 100th birthdays, one is Ginger Meggs, who made his debut 100 years ago in the Sunday Sun, and the other is Cobar’s May Higgins who turned 100 on Sunday. Those who know May Higgins, know what a truly amazing lady […]
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St John’s School celebrated NAIDOC Day
St John’s School celebrated NAIDOC Day on Friday. Pictured are students Harper Bartlett, Charlotte McLean, Isabella Best, Jessie Smith, Tom Geppert and Holland Chaplain, taking part in one of the day’s art activities. ▪ Photo contributed
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New delivery for Euabalong
The Euabalong Rural Fire Service took delivery of a new Cat 1 fire truck last Friday. The modern new vehicle is fitted with a front water monitor and holds 4,500 litres of water. Pictured are members of the Euabalong brigade, David Gleeson, Bob Gleeson and Tim Smith who were pleased […]
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Cobar pauses to remember all those who have served
Australians across the nation paused on Remembrance Day last Thursday to acknowledge, honour and remember the courage and sacrifice of those who have served our country and those who have given their life in service to our nation on military and peacekeeping operations. Remembrance Day 2021 marked the 103rd anniversary […]