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Free Barber & Hairdressing Workshop for Young People in Brewarrina
Young people in Brewarrina will have the chance to build practical skills and explore a future in the hair industry during a free Barber and Hairdressing Workshop these school holidays. The three-day workshop will be delivered by the Community Hair Project and is fully funded by Council, giving participants the opportunity to gain hands-on experience…
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April Youth Activities Locked In for Bogan Shire
Young people across Bogan Shire have plenty to look forward to this April, with the Bogan Shire Youth and Community Centre rolling out a full month of activities for those aged 12 to 24. The program combines school holiday sessions, the return of StormCo for 2026, and Youth Week celebrations, offering a wide range of…
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NSW Regional Event Fund Now Open
Event organisers across regional New South Wales are being encouraged to apply for funding, with the Regional Event Fund now officially open. Grants of up to $50,000 are available to support the delivery and growth of events that attract visitors and boost local economies across regional communities. The program, delivered by Destination NSW, offers three…
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Trek 4 Youth Mental Health Reaches Bourke
After nearly 5,000 kilometres on foot, Perth adventurer Mark Gresser has reached Bourke on his solo trek across Australia for youth mental health. Speaking to Rod Corfe on 2WEB’s Outback Mornings, Mark said the journey has been an incredible way to experience the country. “It’s absolutely magic — the best way to see it is…
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Easter Sunday Family Fun at Club in the Scrub, Grawin Opal Fields
The Club in the Scrub on the Grawin Opal Fields is set to host a big Easter Sunday celebration on April 5, with a full day of activities planned for the whole family. Festivities begin at 10am with a kids Easter egg hunt, followed straight after by a kids hat parade. Families are encouraged to…
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Easter Fishing Fun Returns to Dirranbandi
The Dirranbandi Fishing and Restocking Club is gearing up for one of the region’s favourite Easter traditions, with the Annual Easter Fishing Competition set for Saturday April 4 and Sunday April 5, 2026. Held at Jack Dwyer Park along the Balonne River, the event promises a full weekend of fishing, community spirit and plenty of…
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Walgett Rugby Club Launches 2026 Season with ‘First Whistle’ Long Lunch
The Walgett Rugby Club is inviting the community to celebrate the start of the 2026 season in style with its special launch event, “The First Whistle” Long Lunch, later this month. The event will be held on Saturday, March 28, from 1pm to 7pm at The Tin Shed, bringing together supporters, players and the wider…
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Eulo Motorbike Gymkhana Set for Easter Weekend
The Eulo Motorbike Gymkhana is returning this Easter, with a full weekend of outback action planned April 3, 4 and 5 at the Eulo Sports Grounds. The popular community event brings together riders, families and visitors from across the region for a weekend of racing, entertainment and classic outback hospitality. The weekend kicks off Friday…
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Free Entry for Warren’s Golden Fleece Race Day
The Warren Jockey Club is preparing to welcome locals and visitors alike for one of the region’s most popular country race meetings — the Golden Fleece Race Meeting on Saturday March 21. Promising a full day of autumn racing, family fun and country hospitality, the event will feature a six-race TAB program along with plenty…
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Western Herald Now Available for Digital Download
Readers can now access the Western Herald in a new and convenient way, with the paper now available to purchase and download online via the Outback Radio website. The move to a digital edition makes it easier than ever for readers to keep up with the latest news from Bourke and the wider Western NSW…
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Join Our Team – Multimedia Content Creator | Bourke NSW
Outback Radio 2WEB and The Western Herald are looking for a Multimedia Content Creator to join our team in Bourke. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work across radio, digital media, photography and local storytelling, helping share the stories of communities across Far West NSW. Working across two established regional media outlets, the role…
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WAMS Celebrates 40 Years with Major Community Day at Ricky Walford Oval
Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service is marking a major milestone in 2026 — celebrating 40 years of strengthening health, culture and community across the Walgett region. To honour the occasion, WAMS is hosting a huge Community Day on Friday April 17 at Ricky Walford Oval, promising a full day of entertainment, connection and celebration. From 10am…
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Discover Bourke at 2840 Welcome Day
Calling all locals, new faces, and friends from down the road — come and be a tourist for the day at the Back O’ Bourke Information & Exhibition Centre! 2840 Welcome Day is a relaxed, family-friendly open day where you can explore the history, stories and spirit that have shaped Bourke into the community we’re…
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Lee Kernaghan Headlines Spirit of the Bush in Thargomindah
One of Australia’s most iconic country music performers is heading to the Channel Country, with Lee Kernaghan set to headline the Spirit of the Bush Community Concert Series in Thargomindah this March. The free outdoor concert will be held on Sunday 29 March from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at the Thargomindah Sports Oval, promising an afternoon…