The undead and others

The Festival of the Miners Ghost planning committee met last week to finalise a number of new items on this year’s schedule of activities. Former miner Barry Knight reported to the meeting on the progress he’s made with organising a miners’ reunion. Mr Knight said he’s been sharing the event […]

It’s hard to judge, but it’s estimated there were about 1,000 visitors here for the Festivals weekend, however it’s not hard to work out that everyone had a great time. Running On Empty Festival organisers John de Bruin and Ben Hewlett, together with their small committee, have received heaps of […]

Cobar’s annual Festival of the Miners Ghost (FOMG) is still more than two months away, however organisers have already made the decision to cancel this year’s event. Council’s tourism manager Demi Smith said the decision was made last week as the future looks uncertain due to COVID-19 restrictions. “It was […]