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STORM READY: Widespread thunderstorms are predicted for the Central West this week and the SES has urged people to prepare their homes. Photo: FILE

Stormy weather to bring a month of rain in just a few days

Nadine Morton

Fuel thefts in Narromine region prompt police to appeal for public's help

Zaarkacha Marlan

COSTLY: The future of the Palais Theatre remains uncertain without government funding. Photo: ZAARKACHA MARLAN

Funding the next big hurdle for Palais Theatre

Zaarkacha Marlan

DON'T BE A VICTIM: Too many people are falling victim to phone scams, police warn. Photo: FILE

The tips and tricks to avoid falling victim to a phone scam

Nadine Morton

RAINY DAYS: Up to 80 millimetres of rain is expected in one Central West location this week. Photo: FILE

Rainy days to bring welcome relief to a parched region

Nadine Morton

Dr Skye Saunders (pictured). Photo: Supplied.

The rural wrap: Sexual harassment prevalent in rural workplaces

Taylor Jurd

GLORY: Australia’s winning King’s Cup team, July 1919. Picture: AWM D00725

Road to Remembrance

Michael Grealy

STORM READY: Widespread thunderstorms are predicted for the Central West this week and the SES has urged people to prepare their homes. Photo: FILE

Stormy weather to bring a month of rain in just a few days

Nadine Morton

Fuel thefts in Narromine region prompt police to appeal for public's help

Zaarkacha Marlan

Vote in the 2018 Harvest Photo Competition | Poll

CONFIRMED: Parkes gun Chad Porter will work under the coaching of former Spacies star Brent Wood (insert) in 2019. Main photo: NICK McGRATH

Parkes legend Wood to launch Spacemen into orbit with ‘fresh set of eyes’

Nick McGrath

RAMS GET READY: Western has begun its 2019 country championship campaign with training for under 16s, under 18s, under 23s and women's tackle at Apex Oval on Saturday. Photos: JEN HOAR

The best of the west on show as Rams’ quest for country dominance kicks off

Nick McGrath

IN THE FRAME: Mudgee big-bopper Chanse Burgess was a member of Tim Ryan's Rams under 23s squad in 2018. Photo: NICK McGRATH

Rams’ raid on Country Championship crown starts now: Ryan

Nick McGrath

CONFIRMED: Parkes gun Chad Porter will work under the coaching of former Spacies star Brent Wood (insert) in 2019. Main photo: NICK McGRATH

Parkes legend Wood to launch Spacemen into orbit with ‘fresh set of eyes’

KNUCKLE UP: Fourteen competitiors from the Shed Boxing Club will be entering the ring at the Bathurst Fight Night. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

Fourteen boxers head to Bathurst fight night

Zaarkacha Marlan

Mixed triples: The winners for 2018 Tristan Dal Forno Helen Beetson Andrew Reynolds.

Final in the mixed triples for bowling

Contributed

Glenn Darcy, Marcus Bruce and Trevor Wilson are ready to meet Warren. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

Santa and new reindeer Warren to land at street Christmas party

HO HO HO: Katie White, Megan Giddy and Lorraine Wales. Photo: DAWN HOPWOOD

Town to celebrate Christmas with community party

Zaarkacha Marlan

What’s on | Community Christmas party

Contributed

Glenn Darcy, Marcus Bruce and Trevor Wilson are ready to meet Warren. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

Santa and new reindeer Warren to land at street Christmas party

Join us: Visit www.view.org.au/who-we-are/what-we-do/ to find out more.

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Janet Machin

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What’s on | Support White ribbon day

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The Small Folk’s founders Anna and Simon Davis say their roles as early childhood educators helped guide their vision to create "enchanting, holistic play, celebrating a naturally simplified childhood".

Why a labour of love makes all the difference in regional Australia

Emma Elsworthy

Amber Drop Honey (500 grams), $10.50

Christmas Gift Guide: 15 of the hottest pressies UNDER $50

Mustard Made’s The Shorty Locker in Blush, $199.00

Christmas Gift Guide: 15 of the hottest pressies OVER $50

The Small Folk’s founders Anna and Simon Davis say their roles as early childhood educators helped guide their vision to create "enchanting, holistic play, celebrating a naturally simplified childhood".

Why a labour of love makes all the difference in regional Australia

It's been a big year for honey - a recent report found 20 percent of Australian honey isn't pure - so Sven Stephan and Ana Martin, of Amber Drop Honey, are focusing on creating 100 percent Australian, pure, untreated honey.

The recipe for success in regional Australia

Emma Elsworthy

A sunset bath in Botswana is enjoyed by a pair of elephants

An exhilarating brush with danger in deep Botswana

Jennie Dicker

ON THE HORIZON: Realtair managing director Peter Matthews says the real estate cliche, ‘location, location, location’ is ever present when water is concerned. Hot spots such as cafe strips and transport services are areas that provide lifestyle to add further value to the water.

Bringing alive your coastal dream

Lydia Roberts

First impressions: Using quality photos in real estate listings can make all the difference.

Are professional photos worth it?

Ruth Lewis

Hartland has three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a separate garage-studio. Inset: Peter Garrett

Peter Garrett makes $1.2 million return to Southern Highlands

Lucy Macken

GLORY: Australia’s winning King’s Cup team, July 1919. Picture: AWM D00725

Road to Remembrance

Michael Grealy

Hazel Griffiths and Virginia Woodlock at the street stall. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

Red cross host final stall of the year

STAR POWER: The legendary Captain Albert Jacka VC, from Victoria was the face of recruitment campaigns and later, the 1919 Peace Bonds. Picture: AWM ARTV00784

Road to Remembrance

Michael Grealy

GLORY: Australia’s winning King’s Cup team, July 1919. Picture: AWM D00725

Road to Remembrance

Preschoolers sing for the community | photos

HOME FIRES: Sapper Arthur Findon Dunbar is welcomed home by his family at 45 Chief Street, Brompton, South Australia in July 1919. Picture: AWM P05328.001

Road to Remembrance

Michael Grealy

PROSTATE: Research shows some men would prefer to sacrifice survival odds rather than suffer the side-effects of prostate cancer treatment.

Prostate cancer: men trade-off survival for quality of life

Eileen Wood

Labor accused of ‘milking’ self-funded retirees

HEALTH CONCERN: More older people are drinking to hazardous levels. Image Pixabay.

Boomers the new ‘risky’ drinkers

Eileen Wood

Vote in the 2018 Harvest Photo Competition | Poll

Just some of the stars on the red carpet on Wednesday night.

15 photos from the AACTA red carpet

Leonie explaining the functions of an ancient iron from the museum.

Garden Club finish year with a historical lesson | photos

Gemma Boland and Amity Lane.

Kinder transition at St Josephs | photos

GROWING: Alahna Ryan, Demi Hayes, Sophie Greig, Shannon Parry, XX Kate Newton, Lillian Mason-Spice and Lakeisha Hull. Photo: ZAARKACHA MARLAN

Best in the west: Women’s rugby set to rise in 2019

Zaarkacha Marlan

The Positive Rugby Foundation also came along to host training skills workshops.

Group get the town talkin’ about positive mental health | photos

Zaarkacha Marlan

Staff from the Bogan Shire Council joined in with the ELC doing the Baby Shark.

Bogan Shire Council hokey pokey with important issue | photos

The 100 best photos from the 2018 Supercars Newcastle 500

Over-regulation is killing commonsense

Zoë Wundenberg

After bushfires: what price on our health?

Beau Frigault

Stop blaming politicians, start getting active

Denis Moriarty

Malala Yousafzai acknowledges the ICC crowd in Sydney on Monday night. Photo: WOLTER PEETERS

Nobel Peace Prize laureate praises Me Too

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NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian says young people aren't getting the message about drugs.

Festivals subject to new rules post-summer

Daniel Taylor, son of Kings Cross identity John Ibrahim

Ibrahim's son cleared of tobacco ring link

Roger crushes a can.

Buff boxing kangaroo Roger dies of old age

A 26-year-old Oran Park man has been arrested for allegedly hitting his partner, which was allegedly livestreamed as he played Fortnite.

Livestream of video game films Sydney man allegedly hitting partner

Sally Rawsthorne

Former CFMEU Queensland president David Hanna is standing trial for allegedly destroying documents.

Ex-Qld union boss buried docs, court told

Sonia Kohlbacher

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews.

Vic won't sign federal school funding deal

Christine McGinn

Australian author Kate Morton outside the NSW Supreme Court in August.

Literary agent loses Kate Morton lawsuit

Margaret Scheikowski

TOURISM BOOST: Funding is now available to help increase tourism across the Central West. Photo: FILE

Funding available to boost regional events across Central West

Nadine Morton

REGIONAL RAIL LINKS: The proposed fast rail networks across regional NSW. Image: NSW GOVERNMENT

Fast rail network boosting Western NSW business, transport links

Nadine Morton

Four unique accommodation options in Victoria

Timber gives warmth to the pool area and has a premium finish designed to withstand the forces of nature and UV.

Decking crafted to perfection

OPPORTUNITY: Dubbo's Jamie McGaw in Antarctica standing next to Australia's icebreaker Aurora Australis. Photo: STEPH VAN DER WIELAN

Like snow, ice and isolation? Maybe this will work for you

Beautiful boy: Marcus Cruz "loved school" and "enjoyed playing with his friends" at Narellan Public School. He died in October.

Grieving mum shares heartache after young son’s tragic death

Jess Layt