Oberon Review
Friday, 19 April 2024
Oberon Review's complete view of property
Truck and car crash on O'Connell Road, police on scene and investigating
Police on the scene after a truck and car crash on O'Connell Road on April 18, 2024. File picture
Emergency services were called just after 3pm on April 18.
Amy Rees
Opinion
Tigers and Magpies tussle for 26-all draw
CSU Mungoes take to the field. Picture by James Arrow
One team already has a plus 92 point differential after two rounds.
Dominic Unwin
Police allege man was caught doing 170km/hr on Conrod Straight at Mount
The 22-year-old will now face Bathurst Local Court.
Newsroom
Mount Panorama, where a man was allegedly caught speeding on April 13, 2024. File picture
'Just want to bring people together': Dinner invitation at Black Springs
Contributed
Karel Hogan, Leon Dwyer and Janet Dwyer outside the hall at Black Springs.
Property
'Future proofing': single car garage with power sells for $500k for EV use
Melissa Kehagias
The garage comes with a roller door - that rolls up, and rolls down. Not bad for $500,000. Pic: Supplied
Community
'It was fantastic': Oberon locals prioritise their health with free check
Reidun Berntsen
Jenny and Sue from Oberon Rotary outside of the health check van. Picture supplied.
Here's how you can commemorate in Oberon this Anzac Day
BACK TO NORMAL: Anzac Day services in the Oberon area will return to normal this year.
Another weather disaster closes Jenolan Caves for school holidays
Reidun Berntsen
Some of the damage as a result of over 230 millimetres of rain in the Jenolan Caves area. Picture from Paul Toole MP Facebook page.
Have Your Say
Australia, it's time we had a heart-to-heart. How are you feeling?
The annual Heartbeat of Australia survey is a special collaboration between media company ACM - the publisher of this masthead - and the University of Canberra's News and Media Research Centre.
Acm Newsroom
Education
How Oberon's Kindergarten students navigated school life in the first term
Reidun Berntsen
Oberon Public School's 2024 Kindergarten class. Picture supplied.
'She's lying': texts reveal Seven producer's commentary on Lehrmann rape trial
Tim Piccione
Text messages from former Spotlight producer Taylor Auerbach about the Bruce Lehrmann criminal trial. Pictures APP, supplied
Would-be vigilante escapes jail time after car park attack that left man without teeth
The Bathurst Court House.
Photos
An Easter delight, basketball domination and a two hockey legends
Maddy Cooper and Leila Muratovic.
Staff Reporters
Sarge sniffs success as truffles tempt rural tourists at Oberon
Stephanie Gardiner
There are no guarantees in truffles because you can't see them growing, says Jill O'Grady. (HANDOUT/SUPPLIED)
'Rave of Innocence': Wiggles and DJ Dorothy's techno remix album
Anna McGuinness • 1hr ago
The Wiggles Sound System: Rave of Innocence features techno remixes of childhood classic. Picture supplied
Young workers 'terrified' their student debts will never be paid off
Emily Anderson
Hannah Pycroft and Baillie McWhirter both have student debts over $50,000 which they are worried they'll never be able to pay off due to high indexation. Pictures supplied

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National
'Pretty nervous': Aussie caught in Dubai storms
Samara Low with baby nephew Atlas after arriving in London in the early hours. Picture supplied
Ben Carr • 23m ago
Youth gangs' alleged weapon supplier arrested over machete sales
Anna Houlahan • 22m ago
Armed police officers. Picture Sitthixay Ditthavong
'Very disturbing': Call for parliamentary inquiry into mass horse slaughter
Taylor Dodge, Andrew Pearson
Member for Wagga Joe McGirr is among those calling on for an inquiry into the mass killing of hundreds of horses at a property near Wagga. File picture
Collector joy as Aussies cash in on retro collectibles
Carla Mascarenhas
Isabella Galimberti with her collection of toys. Picture: Supplied
Teen charged with terrorism after alleged stabbing of Assyrian bishop
Anna McGuinness
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was delivering a livestreamed sermon when he was allegedly attacked. Picture by Christ The Good Shepherd Church
Sport
Smiles everywhere at Adoption Day
Jo Cunningham and her daughter Abbie with their new family member Jai. Picture Ross Schultz. Picture supplied
Michael Cowley • 1hr ago
Opinion
Tigers and Magpies tussle for 26-all draw
One team already has a plus 92 point differential after two rounds.
Dominic Unwin
CSU Mungoes take to the field. Picture by James Arrow
Alonso extends contract with Formula One's Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso will race for Aston Martin for at least two more years after a contract extension. (AP PHOTO)
Photos
Is this a sign of things to come for the Oberon Tigers in 2024?
Bradley Jurd
Blake Fitzpatrick makes a run with the ball in Oberon Tigers' big win over CSU Mungoes. He was instrumental in Oberon's big win. Picture by James Arrow
The Ladbrokes Golden Easter Egg about more than the money
The prize they all crave - the Ladbrokes Golden Easter Egg. Picture supplied
PropertyView
'Future proofing': single car garage with power sells for $500k for EV use
Property
The garage comes with a roller door - that rolls up, and rolls down. Not bad for $500,000. Pic: Supplied
Melissa Kehagias
Property
'Funky': Tina Arena impressed by makeover of her former home now for sale
Melissa Kehagias
The Glass House has had extensive renovations since Arena sold it in 2017 for $1.63 million. Pic: Supplied
Property
'It's not feasible': Housing costs hit a record high
Jemimah Clegg
The amount Australians spend on housing costs has hit a record high. Pic: Shutterstock
Move over mid-century modern, 1970s architecture makes a groovy comeback
Property
Forget Mid-Century, '70s style interiors such as in this Hurstbridge home is back in favour. Pic: Supplied
Melissa Kehagias
Property
Real Housewife of Melbourne Kyla Kirkpatrick is selling her luxury estate
Jemimah Clegg
Kyla Kirkpatrick bought the home in 2021 for $1.5 million, records show, after a deal to buy a chateau in France fell through. Pic: Supplied
Property
Liam Hemsworth unveils plans for $20 million estate near Byron Bay
Jade Lazarevic
Liam Hemsworth has submitted plans to construct a sprawling estate near Byron Bay at a cost of $14.5 million. Picture supplied
What's On
Start planning your holiday with the 2022/23 Oberon Tourist Guide
EXCITING EXPERIENCES: There is so much to see and do in the Oberon region, one trip is never enough. Picture File
Andrew Lotherington
'Just want to bring people together': Dinner invitation at Black Springs
Contributed
Karel Hogan, Leon Dwyer and Janet Dwyer outside the hall at Black Springs.
What's on
What's on around the Oberon region
Staff Reporters
What's on around the Oberon region
Our People
Putting down roots: Permaculture at the Pub connects garden-lovers in Oberon
Tom Walker
Nicky Holbrook with one of her goats. Picture supplied
Taste earthly delights at Oberon's Field to Forest Festival
Enjoy a picnic in Mayfield Garden. Picture supplied
Recommended
Remote working allows for greater activation of regional talent
A survey conducted by GetApp revealed an overwhelming preference for remote work. Picture by Shutterstock
Ultrasafe adsorbs the most chemicals
Ultrasafe filters containing ADXORBR Activated Carbon performed up to 11 times better than other filters tested. Picture supplied
A celestial ballet for the ages
Emma Brown
The polar lights in Norway. Picture Shutterstock
The Country Royal has something to offer everyone
Cattle, sheep, horses, goats, cats, dogs, and more- there is an almost endless list of animal competitions at the Royal Bathurst Show. Picture Supplied
Improving health and wellbeing for cats (and their humans) with the latest automatic litter tray
Elizabeth Habermann
PetSafe is dedicated to enhancing the bond between pets and their families through innovative pet care solutions with the ScoopFree automatic litter tray their latest product. Picture PetSafe
Photos and Video
Youth gangs' alleged weapon supplier arrested over machete sales
Armed police officers. Picture Sitthixay Ditthavong
Anna Houlahan • 22m ago
'Pretty nervous': Aussie caught in Dubai storms
Ben Carr • 23m ago
Samara Low with baby nephew Atlas after arriving in London in the early hours. Picture supplied
Opinion
It's time to start invoicing the foolish
Garry Linnell • 28m ago
Given its prevalence, stupidity may be the building block of the universe. Picture Shutterstock
Review
An enticing idea - C.S. Lewis meets Sigmund Freud - is weakly explored here
Jane Freebury • 1hr ago
Anthony Hopkins, left, and Matthew Goode in Freud's Last Session. Picture supplied
'Rave of Innocence': Wiggles and DJ Dorothy's techno remix album
Anna McGuinness • 1hr ago
The Wiggles Sound System: Rave of Innocence features techno remixes of childhood classic. Picture supplied
Comment
It's time to start invoicing the foolish
Opinion
Given its prevalence, stupidity may be the building block of the universe. Picture Shutterstock
Garry Linnell • 28m ago
Opinion
Ethnic tensions will complicate the Albanese government's multicultural policy reform
Michelle Grattan
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was delivering a sermon when he was allegedly attacked at Christ The Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley on April 15. Picture by Christ The Good Shepherd Church
Opinion
If this were a men's issue, we would've solved it a generation ago
Steve Robson
Three million Australian women may be affected by menopause this year. Picture Shutterstock
Explore
Book Now
A spectacular new way to enjoy London - with teens in tow
A spectacular new way to enjoy London - with teens in tow
Danielle Teutsch • 28m ago
Two Ways to Go
The ultimate Australian outback showdown - Kimberley v Kakadu
Mal Chenu and Amy Cooper
The ultimate Australian outback showdown - Kimberley v Kakadu
Hotel Review
New look: A Byron Bay favourite gets a stunning reboot
Kate Cox
Crystalbrook, Byron Bay. Picture supplied
Unforgettable moments you can only have at this South African game reserve
Unforgettable moments you can only have at this South African game reserve
Rob McFarland
Heading to Paris for the Olympics? Here's our pick of the city's best hotels
Akash Arora
Heading to Paris for the Olympics? Here's our pick of the city's best hotels
Cruising
Cruise control: New ships and voyages to put on your radar now
Cruise control: New ships and voyages to put on your radar now
These incredible festivals are about to kick off in Australia soon
These incredible festivals are about to kick off in Australia soon
Scotland calling: Experience a touch of royal magic in Edinburgh
Kristie Kellahan
Scotland calling: Experience a touch of royal magic in Edinburgh
Car Expert
2026 Audi Q7: Next-gen three-row SUV spied
Car Expert
William Stopford
Car Expert
Toddler starts Tesla Model X and hits mother... who sues Tesla
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert
Mitsubishi Outlander recalled
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert
2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB price and specs: Seven-seat EV packs more range
William Stopford
Car Expert
Mercedes-Benz won't put a small engine in its big EV - report
Derek Fung
The Senior
Meet the US quiz master sending shockwaves through The Chase Australia
Brandon Blackwell, aka The Lightning Bolt. Picture supplied
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Enduring Powers of Attorney review aims to reduce financial elder abuse
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
New swing suits veterans golfer Rita to a tee
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
The Land
Wee Waa cotton growers send in the pickers
Growers in the Namoi Valley are hoping to get ahead of forecast wet weather. Picture supplied.
Sandra Godwin • 24m ago
Cell grazing tablelands country on the market for $2200/acre
Mark Phelps • 1hr ago
A holistically managed tablelands country that has been cell grazed for the past 20 years is on the market for $2200/acre. Picture supplied
Prices ease with statewide trends at Scone Associated Agents' weaner sale
Simon Chamberlain
Stephen and Audrey Gill, Alexander Downs, Merriwa with the champion pen of steers, entered by Marina Seven Holdings Pty Ltd, Timor, which averaged 373 kilograms and made 352c/kg, returning $1312. Pictures by Simon Chamberlain
Life & Style
Collector joy as Aussies cash in on retro collectibles
Isabella Galimberti with her collection of toys. Picture: Supplied
Carla Mascarenhas
I have a perfectly fine oven, do I really need an air fryer?
Karen Hardy
Can Steph de Sousa and her new book convince me to try the air fryer? Pictures supplied
Coles, Woolworths bosses reveal stance on pricing
Andrew Brown
The CEOs of Woolworths and Coles were questioned about the rising cost of supermarket goods. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)