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Thursday, 25 April 2024
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Two Oberon businesses announced as finalists in Western NSW Business Awards
Jill O'Grady from RedGround Australia. File photo.
Benjamin Palmer Reidun Berntsen
Our Future
Renders offer first look at Oberon Sports Complex
An artist's rendering of the proposed Oberon Sports Facility.
Benjamin Palmer
How a chat between mates helped this bush footy legend reignite his love of the game
'Those two boys got me in and I've been enjoying it ever since.'
Riley Krause
Greg Behan playing for the Oberon Tigers against the Orange United Warriors. Picture by Carla Freedman
Here's how you can commemorate in Oberon this Anzac Day
Julia Wythes
The Oberon community is invited to come together to honour those who have served in war this Anzac Day. Picture by Julia Wythes
Property
See inside: The Block winners Steph and Gian own flipper brings in $800k profit
Melissa Kehagias
The couple bought the house in 2020 for $1.02 million and after extensive renovations it sold for $1.825 million. Pic: Supplied
Court
Man says he didn't know he was disqualified after driving interstate
The man has been taken off the road for a year as a result.
Court Reporter
Bathurst Courthouse, where Aaron Gregory Blake was sentenced on April 17, 2024. Picture by James Arrow
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
The sensual scrunch of the War Memorial's new parade ground
Steve Evans
Officer Cadet Tom Delaney on the parade ground where he will march on Thursday. Picture by Karleen Minney.
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.
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.
Man charged with murder after man dies, woman injured
Savannah Meacham • 10m ago
A man is dead and a woman has suffered serious head injuries at a home north of Brisbane. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Regions shaken by domestic violence to join national anti-violence rallies
Emily Anderson
Jodie Ogilvie and Marea Ruddy put their hands up to organise a No More: National Rally Against Violence event in Orange. Picture by Carla Freedman

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National
How tech-savvy jokers turned an education ANZAC chatbot into Doctor Who
Charlie the Virtual Veteran responds to one user as the time-ttravelling Doctor Who. Picture by The State Library of Queensland/StevenGraham23
Anna Houlahan
Updated
Dozens of whales dead with hundreds stranded on WA coastline
Anna McGuinness
Between 50 and 100 pilot whales are stranded at Toby's Inlet near Dunsborough in Western Australia on April 25. Picture via Facebook/Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia
Warning over spate of 'severe opioid overdoses'
Anna McGuinness
Health authorities are warning the public after a spate of severe opioid overdoses in the Penrith area. Picture Shutterstock
'Not opposed': Bishop backs Musk over stabbing video removal notice
Carla Mascarenhas
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was delivering a sermon at a Wakeley church when he was allegedly attacked on April 15. Picture by Christ The Good Shepherd Church.
Updated
Five teens charged after anti-terror raids in Sydney
Anna McGuinness Peter Angelopoulos
The joint counter terrorism team arresting a person after executing search warrants in Sydney on April 24. Picture supplied
Sport
Renders offer first look at Oberon Sports Complex
Our Future
An artist's rendering of the proposed Oberon Sports Facility.
Benjamin Palmer
How a chat between mates helped this bush footy legend reignite his love of the game
'Those two boys got me in and I've been enjoying it ever since.'
Riley Krause
Greg Behan playing for the Oberon Tigers against the Orange United Warriors. Picture by Carla Freedman
Palawa King may give Smith another 715 win
Palawa King one of the favourites for the upcoming Ladbrokes 715. Picture supplied
Badawiya has Matildas on her mind, Gaza in her heart
George Clarke
US-born Mariner Rola Badawiya has revealed her Matildas ambitions as she prepares for the ALW semis. (Darren Pateman/AAP PHOTOS)
Rahul and De Kock power Lucknow to victory over Chennai
Lucknow's Quinton de Kock (right) celebrates his fifty with fellow opener Lokesh Rahul. (AP PHOTO)
PropertyView
How a bushland retreat was created in the city
The peaceful retreat with river frontage is much sought after. Pic: Supplied
Melissa Kehagias
Property
What would changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax do for housing?
Jemimah Clegg
Changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax have been proposed in the wake of the housing crisis. Pic: Shutterstock
Property
The Block house sells for a $1 million loss to buyers who never stepped inside
Jemimah Clegg
The sale attracted a huge crowd and more than 200 registered bidders. Pic: Supplied
See inside: The Block winners Steph and Gian own flipper brings in $800k profit
Property
The couple bought the house in 2020 for $1.02 million and after extensive renovations it sold for $1.825 million. Pic: Supplied
Melissa Kehagias
Property
Australia's best investment suburbs for under $600k
Jemimah Clegg
More than half of the 110 suburbs and towns highlighted as strong investment prospects had median house or unit prices of less than $600,000. Pic: Supplied
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
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
Livestock is the second highest killer on farms - keep yourself and others safe in the yards
Almurta cattle farmer Peter Miller. Picture supplied
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
Photos and Video
Regions shaken by domestic violence to join national anti-violence rallies
Jodie Ogilvie and Marea Ruddy put their hands up to organise a No More: National Rally Against Violence event in Orange. Picture by Carla Freedman
Emily Anderson
'Not opposed': Bishop backs Musk over stabbing video removal notice
Carla Mascarenhas
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was delivering a sermon at a Wakeley church when he was allegedly attacked on April 15. Picture by Christ The Good Shepherd Church.
Warning over spate of 'severe opioid overdoses'
Anna McGuinness
Health authorities are warning the public after a spate of severe opioid overdoses in the Penrith area. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion
Shut up. Listen. Women's lives depend on it
Jenna Price
If you don't know the research, just shut up and read. Stop talking. That includes you, Prime Minister Albanese. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
'He's a big horse': Ryan sets sights on post-champs afterglow
Tim Auld
Trainer Gerald Ryan expects to have four runners at Rosehill on Saturday. Picture Getty Images
Comment
Shut up. Listen. Women's lives depend on it
Opinion
If you don't know the research, just shut up and read. Stop talking. That includes you, Prime Minister Albanese. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Jenna Price
Opinion
Being infertile would have broken my heart
Jenna Price
Infertility is affecting more people worldwide. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion
If you need someone to blame, look a little further than the minister
Amanda Vanstone
Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Explore
Book Now
Want to taste top-notch tapas? This is the Spanish city to visit
Want to taste top-notch tapas? This is the Spanish city to visit
Tim Richards
Luxury
The LA neighbourhood where you can live it up like a celebrity
Bronwen Gora
The LA neighbourhood where you can live it up like a celebrity
These airlines have just been ranked as the best for Australians
These airlines have just been ranked as the best for Australians
A side serve of sass at Seattle's Pike Place Market
A side serve of sass at Seattle's Pike Place Market
Carrie Hutchinson
Cruising
Hassle-free travel: The incredible places you can visit as part of a cruise
Hassle-free travel: The incredible places you can visit as part of a cruise
Cruising
One of the world's most incredible ships has just arrived in Australia
Jim Kellar
One of the world's most incredible ships has just arrived in Australia
Travel Insider
Secret Europe: Eight gorgeous hidden gems to visit on the continent
Akash Arora
Secret Europe: Eight gorgeous hidden gems to visit on the continent
Luxury
The European getaway everyone's talking about right now
The European getaway everyone's talking about right now
Car Expert
2024 Tesla Model 3 gets another price cut in Australia
Car Expert
2024 Tesla Model 3 gets another price cut in Australia
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert
2024 Tesla Model Y price cut again in Australia
Scott Collie
Car Expert
Range Rover Electric: First look at first-ever EV
Scott Collie
Range Rover Electric: First look at first-ever EV
Car Expert
Hyundai Venue deals: Drive-away discounts available in April
Josh Nevett
Hyundai Venue deals: Drive-away discounts available in April
Car Expert
Mercedes-AMG GT coupe packs 600kW plug-in hybrid V8
Jordan Mulach
Mercedes-AMG GT coupe packs 600kW plug-in hybrid V8
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
Two dead after crash involving a motorbike and a car
A motorcycle rider and passenger have died following a fatal crash on a country road.
Commemorating Anzac Day: Photos from services throughout NSW
Residents all throughout NSW have gathered to commemorate Anzac Day in 2024.
Happy birds make better eggs when producers work with natural behaviours
Jamie Brown
Tom Moore, Tenterfield, is an early adopter of smart, effective bird rearing equipment that works with natural behaviour, rather than against it.
Life & Style
Tips on how to handle your scaly friends to keep them happy and healthy
Advice
Bearded dragons Picture by Mylene
Rspca
Changing your home menu with the seasons
Karen Hardy
Angela Clutton's new book offers some handy lessons on adjusting with the seasons. Pictures supplied
Whip up some Anzac biscuits - do you like them chewy or crunchy?
Karen Hardy
Is there an easier treat to whip than an Anzac biscuit. Picture Shutterstock