Cr Michael Enright
Council Watch

Council Comment

Adaptive Re-Use of Former Sale Yards The pig and calf sale yard has been a divisive and emotive issue in the community and although much of the information that stirred such emotion was incorrect, as confirmed in the heritage appeal process, Council have responded to these community concerns and are […]

Bill with 3 beds of Sweet Potatoes.
Grow Your Own

Grow your own – sweet potato

Sweet potato will grow well locally and once you have them established they need very little attention, and under normal conditions, little watering.  Selecting the appropriate sweet potato variety is an important first step.  The most popular choices locally would probably be the orange-fleshed varieties, such as Beauregard and Northern Star. […]

Joseph Pascoe
History

Who was Joseph Pascoe?

The death of Lighthorse Trooper Joseph Pascoe in the Illbogan Lagoon in December 1918- January 1919 was one of those unexpected events in the life of a soldier.  A soldier faces unknown risks to his life while overseas fighting for his country, and returns home only to lose his life […]

Tim and Anthea Walker with Baxter
People and their Pets

People and their pets – Tim, Anthea and Baxter

Tim and Anthea Walker’s Cavoodle, Baxter, is a much loved part of their family, to the point where Tim’s father Rod affectionately calls him ‘my granddog’. Baxter loves swimming and playing with Tim and Anthea’s cats, one of whom is Baxter’s best friend. He also loves going to work at […]

Selina Harding
Personality Profile

Personality Profile – Selina Harding

Selina Harding grew up in Brisbane.  Her childhood was happy, but she battled serious health problems, diagnosed with cystic fibrosis when she was three years old. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that damages the lungs, digestive tract and other organs.  Throughout her life she had multiple hospital admissions, mainly due […]

Gracie and Poppy Beer
Clicked by Katie

Clicked by Katie

Gracie and Poppy Beer of Kooralbyn enjoy the web swing at Jubilee Park on a warm Spring afternoon.  Sony Alpha a7iii 50mm f1.8 1/2000sec ISO100

Bill O'Sullivan
Grow Your Own

Grow your Own

For many, Mangoes are one of the favoured fruits. Our local climate is ideal for these juicy gems and growing your own mango trees can be a rewarding and surprisingly low-maintenance endeavour. Some hesitate due to concerns about tree size and wildlife intrusion. A little knowledge and care can go a […]

Silky Oak
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Clicked by Katie

Silky Oak (Grevillea robusta) is the largest of the grevillea species. Grevilleas have an ancestry older than dinosaurs. They originated on the super-continent Gondwana, and are closely related to banksias, waratahs, and proteas. Sony Alpha a7iii 50mm f6.3 1/200sec ISO100

Phillip Sevostjanov and Zedd Friedrichs with Constable Ethan Sorby of the Police Education Unit
Regular Columns

All smiles at Woodhill Well Being Day

See below for photo gallery. Photos by Keer Moriarty There was plenty to smile about at Woodhill State School’s Well Being day on 11 October. The school opened its gates to community groups and local businesses to show the students what is in their community. Hailey Mayes said the day […]

Jessi Groom and Holly Supplied
People and their Pets

People and their Pets- Holly Safari Groom

Holly Safari Groom is a two-year-old Cavoodle who loves to do tricks, especially when there are treats involved. Holly was the surprise at the end of a treasure hunt for Dani and Jessi, a Christmas gift from their parents. With a super sweet personality, Holly has been a much loved […]