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.
Month: September 2022
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 […]
Mum appeals for answers to daughter’s disappearance
On the April 22, 2016, Broken Hill woman Christine ‘Chrissy’ Young walked out of Broken Hill Base Hospital and disappeared into the surrounding scrublands, and has not been seen since.
Roosters expected to dominate SANFL grand final weekend
With three teams gaining direct entry to SANFL Grand Final – League, Reserves and Under 18s – North Adelaide are in the box seat to win season deciders at each level.
Silver City Show Set to Sparkle
Yes, it’s back – the famous Broken Hill Silver City Show returns after a two-year absence and promises to be bigger and better than ever.
Kay Purtill remembered
This Thursday marks the one-year anniversary of the passing of well-known Broken Hill resident Kay Purtill. When Kay passed away last year, New South Wales was amid a heavy lockdown and the beloved Broken Hill resident didn’t get the send-off she deserved.