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Fire crews, emergency services at scene of Kelso fire

Fire crews, emergency services at scene of Kelso fire

Jacinta Carroll and Anya Whitelaw

Culnane Place property destroyed in late night blaze

FAMILY FRIENDLY: Bathurst Fun Fair Summer Splash manager Jade Evans with her daughters, Sparrow and Willow. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK 011921cfair

WHAT'S ONWater slides, fireworks to add summer twist to Fun Fair this weekend

The ABS has reported record levels of investment in real estate with a number of government incentives helping boost the industry. Image: File.

Record home investment

Councillor Jacqui Rudge [inset] sees merit in a proposal to put a performing arts centre in the former TAFE building in William Street.

HAVE YOUR SAYCouncillor Jacqui Rudge sees merit in performing arts centre proposal

Sam Bolt

Fundraising Fun: While a local Cupid's Undie Run won't be held in 2021, there are a range of online challenges waiting for those who dare to bare. Image: File.

Cupid's Undie Run takes a twist

Andrew Lotherington

FUNDING: NSW Trains Senior Customer Attendant Andrew Butler with Member for Bathurst Paul Toole in front of Bathurst Railway Station.

Restoration at Bathurst Railway Station underway

TAKE CARE: Let's Talk co-founder John Parkinson was one of more than 5000 people around the country nominated for an Australian of the Year award. Picture: Anthony Brady

Let's Talk co-founder says let's 'reflect on what really matters in life'

Clare Quirk

No new covid cases in NSW as government gears up for stimulus package

COMMENTLetter | Please listen to what Peter is trying to point out

HAVE YOUR SAYPerforming Arts Centre group details TAFE building proposal in letter

Sour House: Cosmo Brewing launches second beer into the local market

Fire crews, emergency services at scene of Kelso fire

Fire crews, emergency services at scene of Kelso fire

Rudge on public art: 'We will be very careful with what we do'

SUBSCRIBERRudge on public art: 'We will be very careful with what we do'

CHARGED: A 38-year-old woman will front Orange Local Court on Monday.

Woman alleged to have used knife and metal pole during armed robbery at Orange

DAM RIGHT: Cowra mayor Bill West with Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke and Minister for Water, Property and Housing Melinda Pavey in 2019.

Inquiry hears water worry - and need to plan for the future

Letter | Pipeline plan is better than a new Fish River dam

COMMENTLetter | Pipeline plan is better than a new Fish River dam

Tragic end for runaway emus that went for a stroll in town

Tragic end for runaway emus that went for a stroll in town

Messi handed two-game ban for red card hit

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Culnane Place property destroyed in late night blaze

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WHAT'S ONWater slides, fireworks to add summer twist to Fun Fair this weekend

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Record home investment

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HAVE YOUR SAYCouncillor Jacqui Rudge sees merit in performing arts centre proposal

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Cupid's Undie Run takes a twist

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Minerals Council of Australia CEO Tania Constable: safety is the minerals industry's "core value".

Miners pledge to eliminate sex harassment

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WA Premier Mark McGowan says the coronavirus strains in positive cases will now be made public.

WA to disclose more virus source details

GOOD CAUSE: Cancer survivor Ethan Barrell hasn't had a haircut in five years, but he's about to lose the lot in the name of awareness. Picture: Emma Hillier

From chemo to campaigner: Ethan ready chop five years of hair growth

Joe Acquaro gave Victoria Police information on his clients but wasn't registered as an informer.

Slain gangland lawyer gave info to cops

Scott Morrison says he's keeping an open mind on more financial support for the tourism industry.

Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

A police officer accused of indecently touching a female colleague says it was an accident.

Cop says bottom-touching was accidental

Cheryl Goodenough

Star: Alexander Sefton said opera singers mimic sounds before they start to learn how to speak other languages fluently. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers

Big breakthrough for singer preparing to star in Opera House show

Helen Gregory

A police officer phoned Gabriella Thompson a few hours before her ex-partner fatally stabbed her.

Parole officer missed killer's 'red flags'

Mark Russell

WHAT A DAY: Bathurst Swim Club's team are all smiles following a great day out at their home carnival. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK

SUBSCRIBERThe personal best paradise: Bathurst swimmers excel at home

Alexander Grant

BIG EFFORT: Zara Phillips in action at the recent Sand Slam event in Sydney. The Bathurst player was consistently among the higher scores in her country team. Photo: BASKETBALL NSW

SUBSCRIBERPhillips gets onto the scoreboard routinely at Sand Slam

Alexander Grant

HOLIDAY FUN: Around 30 Oberon juniors took part in a league clinic this week in a good sign as the Tigers prepare to return to Group 10 junior competitions. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

Tiger cubs will be on the prowl once more in season 2021

Anya Whitelaw

WHAT A DAY: Bathurst Swim Club's team are all smiles following a great day out at their home carnival. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK

SUBSCRIBERThe personal best paradise: Bathurst swimmers excel at home

NEXT STEP: Ruby Thorne (12), pictured with brother Harry (11), is ready to further her swimming career at PLC Crydon. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK

Thorne ready to start new chapter with PLC team

Alexander Grant

HARD AT WORK: Will Kennedy has been in impressing at Cronulla Sharks pre-season training as he looks to retain the fullback role. Photo: SHARKS MEDIA

Kennedy has strong claims on Cronulla's number one jumper

Anya Whitelaw

Viral shredding, vaccine fairness and trapped chinese gold miners are some of the stories in today's Covid Informer.

DIGESTWhen a positive test means you're free to play tennis

ACT chief health officer Kerryn Coleman. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

ACT's travel ban on northern beaches lifted

No new covid cases in NSW as government gears up for stimulus package

No new covid cases in NSW as government gears up for stimulus package

Hot in high-vis, tradies raise awareness of mental health with their own take on the firefighters calendar.

DIGESTThe Informer: Tennis brats, COVID traffic lights change and hunks in high-vis

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said it was time people just followed the rules. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Do your quarantine, PM tells 'well-paid' tennis players

Doug Dingwall

Drop in testing numbers concerns NSW health authorities

Drop in testing numbers concerns NSW health authorities

Natalie Croxon

Tursun Kerim shows Professor John Skerritt and Dr Lisa Kerr his current work with the COVID-19 vaccine. Picture: Keegan Carroll

Vaccine approval imminent, but advice likely to be 'tweaked' in coming months

Sally Whyte

Liz De Somer, chief executive of Medicines Australia, says the pandemic shows funding for vaccine research is crucial. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

'We can't go back to the old way': pandemic shows need to invest in vaccine research

Sally Whyte

Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

Volunteer firefighters Jet Boone, Lise Percival and Samantha Walker gear up in the Bawley Point Rural Fire Brigade's shed. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

LISTENBawley Point brigade's new recruits take fight to bushfire fears

Volunteer firefighters Jet Boone, Lise Percival and Samantha Walker gear up in the Bawley Point Rural Fire Brigade's shed. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

LISTENBawley Point brigade's new recruits take fight to bushfire fears

Cairns offers the biggest variety of tour options to explore the Great Barrier Reef. Pictures: Michael Turtle

Reef adventures to feed the soul

Michael Turtle

Flights of fancy: what you can see from the tree-tops

Flights of fancy: what you can see from the tree-tops

Bernadette Chua

Imagine Holiday's "Uluru and Jessica Mauboy Collection" has three tour package options.

Two very different sensations in the Red Centre

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FAMILY FRIENDLY: Bathurst Fun Fair Summer Splash manager Jade Evans with her daughters, Sparrow and Willow. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK 011921cfair

WHAT'S ONWater slides, fireworks to add summer twist to Fun Fair this weekend

SECOND RELEASE: Cosmo Brewing's Ian Carman with his new beer, Sour House, on tap at The Victoria Bathurst. Photo: SAM BOLT

Sour House: Cosmo Brewing launches second beer into the local market

Sam Bolt

NEW TUNE: Bathurst musician Lueth Ajak will launch 'Flying Too Close to the Sun' [single art inset] on February 12. Photo: SAM BOLT

MUSICLueth Ajak to release 'Flying Too Close to the Sun' on February 12

Sam Bolt

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

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Future outlook: Australian ag leaders share insights on the challenges and opportunities ahead

Future outlook: Australian ag leaders share insights on the challenges and opportunities ahead

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

Seniors encouraged to share the word on CarerHelp

Seniors encouraged to share the word on CarerHelp

Landcare youth are taking action today to care for the future of their environment for all generations

Landcare youth are taking action today to care for the future of their environment for all generations

OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING: According to Mike Mortlock, an addition of a roofed outdoor relaxation and entertainment area will drive holiday makers to your home. Photo - Shutterstock.

Turn your holiday home dud into a diamond

OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING: According to Mike Mortlock, an addition of a roofed outdoor relaxation and entertainment area will drive holiday makers to your home. Photo - Shutterstock.

Turn your holiday home dud into a diamond

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Experts size up the 2021 market

Experts size up the 2021 market

Ruth Lewis

BREATH OF FRESH AIR: More people are opting to make the sea or tree change due to the slower pace and more relaxed lifestyle. Photo: Shutterstock.

Make a move to the regions today

AFTER: When buying a fence, choose a style in keeping with your home. Go for subtle tones of flowers for your garden if planting against a plain white backdrop. Match the letterbox with the fencing and keep it clear of promotional pamphlets.

Kerb appeal puts your home streets ahead of the rest

Lydia Roberts

CULTURAL VISION: Performing Arts Centre [PAC] group member and local architect Henry Bialowas in front of the TAFE Building. Photo: SAM BOLT

HAVE YOUR SAYPerforming Arts Centre group details TAFE building proposal in letter

AFTERMATH: Rail accidents in NSW, unfortunately, attracted a morbid curiosity.

Yesterday, Today | Beavis Bros, a buggy and a train tragedy

Alan McRae

CONCERNED: Jody Parker, a former patient of Panorama Clinic, believes the facility should stay where it is. Photo: RACHEL CHAMBERLAIN

HAVE YOUR SAYSuggestion to relocate Panorama Clinic has ex-patient worried

Rachel Chamberlain

CULTURAL VISION: Performing Arts Centre [PAC] group member and local architect Henry Bialowas in front of the TAFE Building. Photo: SAM BOLT

HAVE YOUR SAYPerforming Arts Centre group details TAFE building proposal in letter

VEGGIES: Wholefood Co Op manager Cathie Hale with her produce for sale at the mini markets on Saturday. Photo:CHRIS SEABROOK

Bathurst Wholefood Co Op Markets return to Macquarie Plaza

Sam Bolt

NEW BATCH: Lilly and Peter Kilby about to release a bag of Murray cod and golden perch into the Turon River. Photo: COLIN GORDON

Thousands of native fish released into the Turon River to improve habitat

Tragic end for runaway emus that went for a stroll in town

Tragic end for runaway emus that went for a stroll in town

Upgrade rage: why you may have to buy a new device whether you want to or not

Upgrade rage: why you may have to buy a new device whether you want to or not

HOLIDAY FUN: Around 30 Oberon juniors took part in a league clinic this week in a good sign as the Tigers prepare to return to Group 10 junior competitions. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

Tiger cubs will be on the prowl once more in season 2021

Fire crews, emergency services at scene of Kelso fire

Fire crews, emergency services at scene of Kelso fire

WE WERE THERE: Annette Shoemark with Margaret Milne. 011121cinrwheel4

PHOTOSBathurst Inner Wheel Club luncheon at Harvest Cafe, January 11, 2021

The Local Hero nominees include Dr Kirby White, left (with Dr Nicole Townsend holding up a gown) from Victoria.

Local heroes stepping up to answer the call of their communities

Juanita Greville

Kaleb Sutherland.

SUBSCRIBERRams juniors hold their nerve through 'messy' battle with the Bulls

Daniel Shirkie

IMPRESSIVE: Darcy Leadbitter was one of the under 18 hopefuls who impressed in Western's trial win over Riverina. The Rams ran in seven tries to one. Photo: RENEE POWELL

PHOTOSWestern under 18s show their intent with big trial win over Riverina

Anya Whitelaw

Letter | Commiseration, not celebration, on Australia Day

Letter | Commiseration, not celebration, on Australia Day

David Stanley

IDEA: Letter writer Anne Cole has urged Bathurst Regional Council to listen to Peter Rogers (pictured, left, with Dale Ridderford presenting dinosaurs to council).

COMMENTLetter | Please listen to what Peter is trying to point out

Anne Cole

Our say | So many big questions for this big piece of the CBD

Our say | So many big questions for this big piece of the CBD

VR technology is helping aged care residents to improve their mental health. Photo: Supplied.

From reminiscing to a night at the opera: Can VR boost mental health in aged care?

Rugby league legend Uncle Lionel Morgan in his playing days (left) and with the painting by Jandamarra Cadd. Photos: Lionel Morgan and Anglicare Queensland.

NRL legend in the frame again thanks to Aboriginal artist

SEVEN PURLERS: Di Shanahan, Janny Lane, Caralynn Hoft, Peta Goodwin, Sue Juniper, Tracy Skippings and Sally Wylie.

Not a nanna-second to lose

Hazel Bradley

Riverina livestock transporter Ross Smith is taking his foot off the pedal after 55 years. Photo: Kenji Santo

Legendary livestock transporter retires

Olivia Calver

Schute Bell agent Todd Clarke, vendor James Stewart and buyer Charlie White from Tangley Grazing Company, Guyra.

Neighbours flock to Moray rams

Matthew Campion

InterGrain northern NSW territory manager Katherine Munn believes Rockstar offers plenty of options to growers. Photo: Supplied

New wheat variety proves to be a rockstar for growers

Billy Jupp

SECOND RELEASE: Cosmo Brewing's Ian Carman with his new beer, Sour House, on tap at The Victoria Bathurst. Photo: SAM BOLT

Sour House: Cosmo Brewing launches second beer into the local market

Sam Bolt

SWEET DREAMS: Dulux's Nourish palette includes colours that are perfect for a bedroom. Stylist: Julia Green. Photographer: Armelle Habib.

Bedroom updates to try today

Linley Wilkie

Heavenly Hamptons stylish sanctuary

Heavenly Hamptons stylish sanctuary