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FEELING THE PINCH: Median weekly rent costs have risen more than 20 per cent in some regional cities while wages continue to stagnate.

Some areas have seen prices jump by more than 20 per cent in the past year.

Weekly rent costs rise to new heights as wages stagnate

PROUD WINNER: Macey Fulton was delighted her Saints were able to win their Indigenous round match against Orange United. Photo: PHIL BLATCH

St Pat's moves into second with 2-0 win over Orange United

Saints' Indigenous round win is extra special for Fulton

TOUGH TIMES: Brad Glasson is likely out for the remainder of the season following an injury sustained in the Bulldogs' win over Orange City. Photo: JUDE KEOGH.

Bathurst Bulldogs could be without Brad Glasson for the remainder of 2022

Bulldogs' former player of the year Glasson 'likely' lost for season

NO YOU DON'T: Bathurst City defender Sarah McCusker works to clear the ball in Saturday's Indigenous round match against Orange CYMS. Photo: PHIL BLATCH

Bathurst City shows plenty of fight against defending champions

Thurn's perfect placement sees CYMS hold off determined City

TOP CONTEST: Souths' Charlize Fitzpatrick knocks the ball onto the foot of Lithgow captain Clare Bosman to earn a penalty. Photo: PHIL BLATCH

Souths didn't beat Lithgow Panthers, but there was a lot to like from the two blues

Lithgow is beatable: Souths coach Hanrahan not deterred by loss

Steve Turnbull with You Cannot Hide who brought up his 4000th training win. Picture: Amy Rees

The Lagoon legend Steve Turnbull looks back on where his career began

Steve Turnbull reaches massive milestone that's 50 years in the making

Vincent Lacoste and Benjamin Voisin in Lost Illusions. Picture: Palace Cinema

An irreverent, playful tone is one of this film's many pleasures.

Period piece steeped in modernity

Woody Harrelson and Kevin Hart in The Man From Toronto. Picture: Netflix

Kevin Hart is back after being cancelled by the internet, headlining a big-budget Netflix film.

A harmless way to kill an evening

Adam Sandler and Maria Botto in Hustle. Picture: Netflix

That mumbling patter that Sandler made his comedic schtick is still here, but toned right down and underneath a huge bushy beard.

Adam Sandler shines in rags-to-riches basketball drama Hustle

Ryhia Dank's winning poster entry is very personal. Picture: NAIDOC Week

NAIDOC Week poster winner Ryhia Dank sends powerful message of country

UNLIKELY LADS: Matt Mason, Tommy O'Dell and Johnny Took, of DMA'S, will release their fourth album later this year.

"It's funny when people go, 'you're changing'."

DMA'S getting back to where they once belonged

Man Vs Bee showcases the best in Rowan Atkinson, confirming he can deliver as brilliantly as he did with Mr Bean. Picture: Netflix

Man Vs Bee showcases the best in Atkinson, confirming he can deliver as brilliantly as he did with Mr Bean, and is still at the top of his game.

Man Vs Bee showcases the best in Atkinson

Brian Fox at the community tree planting day back on June 19. Photos: PHIL BLATCH

There was a dedicated group of volunteers lending a hand to maintain the site.

Faces from community tree planting day by Macquarie River

BETTER HEALTH: Regional support services are calling on bulk billing options to be expanded to help those who are struggling to find affordable healthcare options. Picture: FILE

A man in his 60s who couldn't walk but was turned away from the hospital, a family looking for help after their child hurt their hand. Regional support services are seeing higher presentations of complex health needs.

'Bulk up bulk billing': Support services on frontline as healthcare options become unaffordable

Popular Australian comedian and political commentator friendlyjordies [Jordan Shanks-Markovina] during his Bathurst show at Keystone 1889 last Friday. Picture: Sam Bolt

The comedian-turned-political commentator brought his show, 'A Tale as Old as Rome', to Bathurst last Friday.

Friendlyjordies out to prove ancient and modern politics are no different

Goodstart Early Learning students perform during Bathurst's NAIDOC Week ceremony. Picture: Sam Bolt

"We've had a massive showcase of performers and speakers from people of all ages."

NAIDOC Week ceremony showcases talents of local Indigenous students

Wing general manager Simon Rossi says battery powered drones are a green, faster and more affordable way to make deliveries. Photo: Supplied

Wing isn't in the business of delivering coffee and banh mi, it's in the business of developing drone technology and infrastructure.

Drone delivery is about more than just flying takeout

Vet staff in Kiama with little alpaca 'Sunny'. Picture:Supplied

Kiama baby alpaca needs life-saving leg amputation

I even have my own Hellfire Club t-shirt as worn here by characters, Mike and Dustin. Picture: Netflix

If you often find yourself looking back fondly on the shows of your youth, then this one is for you.

There are 'Stranger Things' to be obsessed with

GO AUSTRALIA: Nate Grabham, Benjie Anderson, Molly Rosewarne and Charlotte Bennett showing their support for the Australian Olympic team. 

"It gives us a bit of an opportunity to have a bit of fun, which I think is really important for the kids' mental health."

Scots All Saints students show their true colours to support Olympians

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Driving rain continues to drench NSW with residents in one southwest Sydney suburb told to evacuate.

Rain ramps up Sydney flood evacuations

Former Victorian emergency services minister and Labor MP Jane Garrett has died at the age of 49.

Victorian MP Jane Garrett dies aged 49

NSW Police have charged a 26-year-old man in connection with a fatal stabbing in Wollongong.

Murder charge after Wollongong stabbing

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Organisers Annette Meyers and Julie Hall were disappointed that the event was postponed but still happy to see community members enjoy the free sausage sizzle and jumping castle.

The fog wasn't enough to stop these skaters

Families enjoy the skate park even though workshop was postponed

WET WEATHER: Orange has been hit by rain as a flood warning was issued for parts of the Central West. Photo: JUDE KEOGH.

Two Australian Defence Force helicopters will be available to assist with rescues as areas of NSW brace for intense rainfall and possible flooding

Flood warning issued for parts of the Central West

NEW RECRUITS: Nadienne Roffey, Xander Ruggeri, Hannah Waldon and Melanie Phillips, with Supt Bob Noble.

They are one of the first classes to come out [of the academy] with the full training in respect of pursuits.

New police on the beat in Bathurst

BITTERSWEET: President Beverley Stuart (fourth from right) and other long-term Macquarie Care Centre Auxiliary members Joyce Cranston, Kay Hotham, Lola Noonan, Betty McSpedden, Shirley White, Shirley Walsh, Claire Auguszczak and Daphne Ewer at the group's final get-together.

"It gives you friendship and you know you're doing something that's important."

'I've really had a wonderful time': Pride and sadness as auxiliary winds up

CHANGE: Andrew Gee says 'difficult times ahead' as party hopes to re-engage with women and young people. Photo: JUDE KEOGH.

In the post-election dissection, David Littleproud said it was clear the party had to do a better job of reaching female voters.

Gee says 'difficult times ahead' as party hopes to re-engage with women and young people

INTERNATIONAL DUTIES: Bathurst soccer star Cushla Rue is in Manilla as part of the Australian under 23s side which will compete in the AFF Womens Championships. Photo: ANYA WHITELAW

Bathurst soccer talent Cushla Rue is in Manilla for the biggest moment of her playing career

Thriller in Manilla: Rue picked in Australian under 23s squad

The Gateway is delivering $300 million in assets to Bathurst, along with thousands of jobs and new retail brands.

All the pieces falling into place for The Gateway to thrive and deliver

Bathurst mayor Robert Taylor with Ava Gorham and Billee Booth about to test their skating skills. 

Smiling faces at the Winter Festival's media day

A LOT TO OFFER: "People pick up groceries on the way home and you can also hire a trailer, use the ATM, get a hot cup of coffee or a slurpy - there is such a varied offering," says Burgess Rawson - Sydney's agent Rhys Parker who recently sold the Molong Road service station in Orange. Photo: CARLA FREEDMAN.

Strong local economies in places like Bathurst and Orange are helping attract commercial investors to the region.

Buyers snapping up region's 7-Elevens as demand for 'corner stores' grow

The burned-out Volkswagen Amarok on Neville Road, near Blayney. SOURCE: RFS.


Gnawing rodents reportedly chewed through wires, sparking the blaze.

Mice blamed for ute explosion near Blayney

Over 3500 tickets have been sold for ice skating sessions for this year's Bathurst Winter Festival. Photo: BRADLEY JURD

"We've got three weekends and two full weeks of this wonderful festival."

A sneak peek of the Bathurst Winter Festival ice skating rink

Forbutt's Pharmacy pharmacist Sam Forbutt encourages those who haven't yet had their flu shot to do so. Picture: Sam Bolt

"It's certainly recommended to have it done."