Upstream water users taking more than their fair share have been warned of the consequences of breaching the Water Management Act 2000 by withdrawing water without having the appropriate allocation in their license.
Day: 7 May 2022
Spirit of ANZAC Award
A poignant painting by Yzabella Ampogan, called Australian Soldier, was awarded by the Broken Hill Gallipoli Memorial Foundation.
Teachers say they need ‘more than thanks’
Teachers in Broken Hill made their voices heard during the state-wide strike earlier this week.
Desert Dash in Pooncarie
There is a record number of entries for the Pooncarie Desert Dash this weekend.
Upper Lakes a priority
Minister for Lands and Water Kevin Anderson MP visited stakeholders in Far Western NSW this week in preparation for the Menindee Lakes returning to NSW control.
Bushy Characters add Colour to Yard
When Brenton Martin retired from a life spent on sheep stations at 67, he was confronted with having to find something to keep himself busy for the first time in his life.
Local Midwife of the Year Announced
Chandler Rieck, Broken Hill Midwifery Group Practice midwife, was awarded the FWLHD Midwife of the Year.