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Paula set to compete in clay target world championships in Portugal
Paula Purvis will compete at the 48th World FITASC (Fédération Internationale de Tir aux Armes Sportives de Chasse) Sporting Championship in Portugal later this year.
20 February, 2026
General News
This week's Sneak Peek: February 17, 2026
Read all about it in this week's edition.
Renewed federal government support strengthens mental health assistance for small business owners
Beyond Blue welcomes the Federal Government’s decision to continue its...
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Community & Business
Chaffey supports Parkes Council in concerns over Energy-from-Waste project
Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey has shared Parkes Shire Council’s...
Are we surprised? Mobile and internet reliability complaints spike in latest report
The Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) received 14,017...
Local News
Gen Z leads Great Urban Exodus
Generation Z are now the most likely cohort considering a move out of...
Agricultural
Water in Demand as Drought Tightens Grip Across Southern Australia: Rural Aid
In 2026 alone, Rural Aid has received 231 requests for water tanks, highlighting the scale of the challenge.
22 February, 2026
Authorities confirm first case of Varroa mite pyrethroid resistance
Laboratory testing at the Elizabeth...
NSW Farmers says practical changes needed on firearms laws
NSW Farmers has presented the state government with a range of...
Local News
"Critical to have your say on 2026 Basin Plan Review", says Chaffey
The 2026 Basin Plan Review is now open for public consultation, and it...
Sport
Services Club Stop Press, 10-years-ago! (February 17, 2016 edition)
What was happening in local sport in 2016...
22 February, 2026
Slick 'East Harlem' too good for Queenslander
East Harlem won the 1400 metres Total Wear Solutions...
Continued growth for Castlereagh Rugby League!
No less than 14 clubs will take to the field in what will be an historic...
Big day for the locals on the track at Dubbo
Winning trebles at Dubbo for Lundholm and Nestor last Sunday made it a...
