Local News
Grain transport gets a boost from government roads funding
Cobar was one of five councils to share in over $30million in roads funding announced by the State Government on Friday. Cobar Shire will receive $1million in funding which will see 11.8 kilometres of gravel between two sealed sections of the Grain Road (in the south of the shire) upgraded. […]
Local library lovers share morning tea and memories
Local residents shared their ‘Cobar Library’ memories at a special library history morning tea last Wednesday at the Cobar Shire & TAFE Library. The morning tea attracted over 15 locals to enjoy a cuppa while discussing the history of Cobar’s libraries as well as listening to the Great Cobar Heritage […]
Great Cobar project wins Peak Explorer of the Year title
Peak Gold Mines (PGM) was last week named ‘Explorer of the Year’ by the NSW Minerals Council collecting the award for their Great Cobar project. PGM’s senior geologist John Heavey, who has worked on the Great Cobar project over the past three years, was on hand to accept the award […]
Local lifeguards’ efforts recognised
Three local pool lifeguards have been recognised with special commendations in a ceremony at Government House in Sydney on Monday for displaying outstanding initiative and empathy to others. Bridgette Jones and her two sons, Thomas and Raymond, were presented with Royal Life Saving NSW Certificates of Commendation in recognition of […]
Volunteers make invaluable contributions to the community
Wilcannia Forbes Central Council of the St Vincent de Paul (SVDP) Society is appreciative of the invaluable contribution their wonderful volunteers make in the delivery of services to their respective communities. Volunteering is recognised, valued and supported as an enduring, respected and integral part of society. This week is National […]
Painting the town pink for mothers
One very lucky mum will be spoilt this Mother’s Day as part of the Cobar Business Association’s Paint the Town Pink promotion. The Cobar Business Association is giving away a hamper full of fantastic gifts for mum which have been generously supplied by local businesses. “We’ve received a great response […]
Recognition for Cobar hospital staff
The Cobar Health Service team at Cobar Hospital is up for a Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) Health and Innovation award. The Cobar team has implemented a program at the hospital to partner with their patients to ensure safer discharges. The project has been short-listed for the District’s Living […]