Dark and stormy not only described the weather on Wednesday in Broken Hill, but also the message delivered by Joanne van der Plaat, President of the Law Society of NSW, and President of the Far West Law Society, Eric Craney.
Day: 17 September 2022
Phone pouches ring in change at school
Phone pouches have made an appearance at our high schools, with both Willyama High and Broken Hill High opting for the lockable cases which keep students’ hands off the mobile devices during class time.
Vintage bike show a runaway success
It wasn’t just the hugely popular Broken Heel Festival that pulled visitors into the town this last weekend, there was also the Veteran Vintage & Classic Motorcycle Show, which showcased over a million dollars worth of motorcycles.
Silver City Show shines on
Side-show alley was alive with lights, screams of delight, and a bit of fairground terror too, as people of all ages took the opportunity to let their hair down.
Town goes purple in public mourning for Queen
If you wander through the City of Broken Hill in the evening, you will see the Civic Centre, Sturt Park, and the Old Town Hall on Argent Street illuminated in Royal Purple as a mark of respect for Her Late Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.
Japanese Encephalitis vaccine access expanded
Wentworth and Balranald Shire locals can now be vaccinated against Japanese Encephalitis (JE).
What are the odds – world’s oldest bookie turns 97
This past Sunday saw the birthday of a Broken Hill icon, local celebrity and world’s oldest registered bookie as Doug Carroll hit another milestone, turning 97 years old.
River Community Looks to 2023 Election
Three prominent NSW politicians have got their feet wet at Menindee in the past two weeks.
Hospital kiosk closure extended another week
The Broken Hill Hospital Kiosk will be reopened on September 26, a week longer than originally planned.
Two great Soccer grand finals today
This weekend the seemingly irresistible force of the Alma Goats takes on the immovable object that is St Joes in what is the showpiece match for the Broken Hill Soccer Association, the Men’s A Grade Grand Final. St Joes have been brilliant this year. Joeys A-Grade has gone through the season undefeated and look impressive […]