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Oct 12 2025 Updated October 12, 2025

Cara Kemp

The Bell Beats festival kicked off it's debut night on Saturday, 4 October.

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60 alleged drug charges for pair from Young

A man and a woman were arrested in Young on Wednesday morning and charged with over 60 alleged drug related offences. According to police drugs and cash were also seized following the issue of a search warrant on the Nasmyth Street, Young...

Rebecca Hewson >
12 Oct 2025

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Julie the first woman to win Tullamore open dog trial

A Boorowa resident has become the first woman to win an open final at the Tullamore NSW Sheep Dog Trials. And that’s not all. Julie Birkett took out both first and third place with two different dogs in the TJ McMahon Memorial Open Trial in what was...

Christine Little >
12 Oct 2025

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Hilltops Councillor Column

There was lots to see and do at the Young Show on Sunday. I was pleased to be there to witness Rural Ambassador for Young, Councillor Jake Davis, carrying out his official duties. We are fortunate to have a Councillor like Jake who gives up his time...

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12 Oct 2025

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Excitement Builds for the 2025 Burrangong Picnic Races

The Burrangong Picnic Races are set to return this Saturday, October 11, promising an unforgettable day of country racing, live entertainment and community spirit. Gates open from midday, with racegoers encouraged to grab their tickets early and...

Annabel Cusack >
12 Oct 2025

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Hilltops Councillor Column

We are a month into Spring and finally we are getting some warmer weather which is providing much needed pasture and crop growth. As a result, the countryside is looking a picture. A good harvest provides extra cash for farmers to spend in the local...

Young Witness >
12 Oct 2025

Flying high for rural health

A team of central west pilots have raised more than $42,000 towards a million-dollar effort for the Royal Flying Doctor service. Forbes’ flying pharmacist Jack Buckley, Grenfell farmer John Johnson and Cowra farmer Brad Shephard completed the 13-day...

Renee Powell >

12 Oct 2025

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Garett’s record breaking throw

Ky Garratt, representing Cowra High School, delivered a record breaking performance at the NSW All Schools Athletics Championships, dominating the 19 Boys Hammer Throw with an incredible effort of 67.64 metres. Going into the competition, the meet...

Cara Kemp >

12 Oct 2025

Regional

Eagles are getting ready to soar into 2026

The Cowra Rugby Union Club has opened applications for coaching roles ahead of the 2026 season, inviting passionate and dedicated individuals to help lead the Cowra Eagles into another exciting year of rugby. Whether you’re a seasoned coach with...

Cara Kemp >

12 Oct 2025

Regional

Shooting shots with twilight netball

As the winter netball season draws to a close, the Cowra Netball Association is set to keep the momentum going with the return of its Mixed Twilight Competition. The Twilight Comp offers a fun and social way to stay active, with a series of themed...

Cara Kemp >

12 Oct 2025

60 alleged drug charges for pair from Young

Julie the first woman to win Tullamore open dog trial

Hilltops Councillor Column

Excitement Builds for the 2025 Burrangong Picnic Races

Hilltops Councillor Column

Flying high for rural health

Garett’s record breaking throw

Eagles are getting ready to soar into 2026

Shooting shots with twilight netball