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Watch as Book Week makes its return at The Cathedral School
Bradley Jurd • 47m ago
Our People
It takes two: Bathurst's country music star Kaylee lends her voice to new duet
47m ago
Kaylee Bell and James Johnston.
Man flown to Westmead after ute hits tree on Limekilns Road
Jacinta Carroll • 1hr ago
A man was airlifted to Westmead following this crash on Tuesday night. Photo courtesy of the Sofala SES Unit.
Council
Council likely to reject filmmaker's request for financial assistance
Following The Flow producer Jed Coppa and Norm Wilson fishing on the Macquarie River just upstream of Wellington. Photo: SUPPLIED
Rachel Chamberlain • 1hr ago
Vote now: Who serves up the best hot chips in Bathurst?
2hrs ago
Our History
'This extraordinary woman': Bathurst plays a big part in new book about fascinating figure
Bathurst Family History Group secretary Graeme Hill and travel writer Diana Gleadhill unveil a headstone and plaque for Beatrice Grimshaw (inset) at Bathurst Cemetery in 2017. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK 011117cgrave1
Iconic Aussie soap rolls into the region: Prop emergency vehicles used in thrilling scene
Mark Logan
Chanel Seven crew continues to film a scene for Home and Away in Blayney. Photo: FACEBOOK Sharon Polson
Comment
Let's clear up some misunderstandings about pumped hydro project near Yetholme
Jenny Goldie
A "project visualisation" of the pumped hydro proposal near Yetholme and (inset) Mount Tennyson.
Court and Crime
Alleged airport shooter remanded in custody, details of gun revealed
Police arrest Ali Rachid Ammoun, inset, at Canberra Airport after he allegedly fired five shots at the building's windows. Pictures: Facebook
Blake Foden , Peter Brewer
This 'toy' is illegal to own and has already landed owners in hot water
Allison Hore
Gel ball blasters like these ones seized by Australian Border Force officers are marketed online as toys but are illegal. Picture: ABF
Rocket launcher found during search of man's tent
BAZOOKA: An Australian War Memorial photograph showing an example of a 66mm anti-tank rocket launcher.
Property
New data shows regions where holiday listings are growing most
This listing at 54 Cox Street, Mudgee, for sale with McGrath Central Tablelands, is being sold with forward Airbnb bookings. Photo: Supplied
Jack Needham
Space and light: Why staying in a church should be on your bucket list
Jack Needham
Regional house prices take a turn
Jack Needham
House values fell in the Launceston region, along with regions in Victoria and NSW. Picture: Shutterstock
Council
Council
Council likely to reject filmmaker's request for financial assistance
Following The Flow producer Jed Coppa and Norm Wilson fishing on the Macquarie River just upstream of Wellington. Photo: SUPPLIED
Rachel Chamberlain • 1hr ago
Council
Campground, function centre could be approved for Bridle Track site
Rachel Chamberlain
Aerial mapping of the site showing the location of the sheep shed that is proposed to be converted to a function centre.
Have Your Say
Expect a crowd: Community members plan to fight for their five minutes
Rachel Chamberlain
Former councillor Alex Christian (inset) wants speaking time at public forum to remain at five minutes.
Politics
COVID drop among vulnerable 'reassuring'
The fall in COVID cases is reassuring, says former deputy chief medical officer Nick Coatsworth. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)
Andrew Brown • 22m ago
Australian women key focus at jobs summit
Maeve Bannister • 1hr ago
The government says the jobs summit will have a focus on women's experiences in the labour market. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)
Uni boost for disadvantaged students
Dominic Giannini • 2hrs ago
Nursing, teaching and child care will be among the targets for 20,000 government-funded uni places. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
Health
Doctors 'need a carrot' to stay rural
Doctors say a new policy has left rural and remote clinics struggling to attract and retain staff. (Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS)
Stephanie Gardiner • 28m ago
Victoria will not expand abortion services
Rachael Ward • 58m ago
Reason Party MP Fiona Patten failed to force through an expansion of abortion services in Victoria. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
WA Health sorry over monkeypox data breach
Michael Ramsey • 1hr ago
Passenger names, addresses and passport numbers were included in emails WA Health sent out. (Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS)
Business
Our People
'A dynamic leader': New recognition for businesswoman Kristy Bell
Kristy Bell (middle), pictured with Bell Conveyancing's Amy Vickers and Kate Gullifer, has been named as a finalist in the AusMumpreneur Awards. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK
Business
'Crisis' as lack of housing impacts business growth in Bathurst
Rachel Chamberlain
Business coach Steve Semmens says Bathurst businesses are struggling to grow. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK
Opinion
Australia's News Media Bargaining Code led the world. It's time to finish what we started
Rod Sims
Australia's News Media Bargaining Code made it easier for most Australian news media to do deals with global platforms such as Google and Facebook. Picture: Shutterstock
Education
Watch
Watch as Book Week makes its return at The Cathedral School
Bradley Jurd • 47m ago
Early development checks for SA kids
Tim Dornin • 1hr ago
Development checks will be carried out at playgroups and early learning centres across SA. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)
Jewish school 'put child safety at risk'
Luke Costin
Yeshiva College Bondi's registration appears set to be formally cancelled in the next four weeks. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)
Rural
Sweet 16: Check out the progeny from rams involved in an AWI trial
An Angus cow that is proud of Speckle Park twins.
John Seaman
You'll need to be a step ahead to eradicate virulent footrot
John Seaman
GET IN LINE: Merino ewe hoggets waiting for the classer.
As disease danger lurks, it was good to hear this clear message
John Seaman
HERE COMES THE SUN: Stud Belted Galloway cows enjoying the late winter sunshine.
National
Restrictions ease for some NSW beekeepers
Authorities have eased restrictions in some areas as the state tries to eradicate the varroa mite. (Luis Ascui/AAP PHOTOS)
Liv Casben • 17m ago
COVID drop among vulnerable 'reassuring'
Andrew Brown • 22m ago
The fall in COVID cases is reassuring, says former deputy chief medical officer Nick Coatsworth. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)
Doctors 'need a carrot' to stay rural
Stephanie Gardiner • 28m ago
Doctors say a new policy has left rural and remote clinics struggling to attract and retain staff. (Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS)
World
Asian stocks solid, NZ dollar jumps
The Nikkei has risen 0.81 per cent, through the 29,000 barrier for the first time since January 6. (AP PHOTO)
Sam Byford • 52m ago
NZ Reserve Bank lifts rate to 3 per cent
Ben McKay • 1hr ago
Core consumer price inflation remains too high in New Zealand, Reserve Bank governor Adrian Orr says (AP PHOTO)
Wyoming voters decide Trump critic's fate
Liliana Salgado and Nathan Layne • 2hrs ago
Republican Liz Cheney faces an uphill battle in Wyoming after turning on Donald Trump. (AP PHOTO)
Australian of the Year
How Val sold the Queen on her first aid mission for drivers
Senior Australian of the Year Val Dempsey presents to local government leaders from around Australia. Picture: Elesa Kurtz
Lanie Tindale
Boost for Shanna's message about booze in the bush
Alexandra Bernard
Shanna Whan has used her Local Hero award to help amplify her message about alcohol use in rural Australia. Picture: Supplied.
How street medic Dr Daniel keeps the fire burning
Gabriel Fowler
Young Australian of the Year Dr Daniel Nour is the founder of Street Side Medics, a mobile service providing free health and medical care to the homeless. Picture: australianoftheyear.org.au

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