More work needed to combat domestic violence across the Central West and Orana

Plus - registrations for the Rural Women's Gathering in Orange now open. 

Pressure mounts on Canberra to implement more biosecurity measures to tackle Varroa Mite

Plus - local water stakeholders to have input on privatisation of regional water utilities. 

Cowra Hospital redevelopment takes a major step forward

Plus - the latest job figures are in - see how our region compares to the rest of the state. 

Man refused bail over Dubbo stabbing

Plus - the state's response to Varroa Mite gets a shake up.

Mixed bag for Central West communities in the latest State Budget

Wins for local businesses and disaster recovery efforts - while the Resources for Regions fund takes a big cut. 

A plan for housing, a pay rise for teachers and toll caps: NSW Budget explained

Spending, liveability and freight corridors at the top of the local State Budget wishlist

Plus - Cowra community to gather for special International Day of Peace ceremony. 

Former Orange mayor welcomes new probe into underground transmission lines

Plus - tragedy strikes on private property near Cowra. 

Central West firies urge locals to get bushfire ready

Plus - "If you don't know, find out": Orange for Yes campaigners to boost support for the Voice with event

Disappointment over scrapping of Wyangala Dam wall project

Plus - Blayney Bears under 11s get a boost from some of the best in the biz. 

Former Orange junior Jack Wighton cops three game ban following biting accusations

Plus - the new campaign working towards a drug-free Dubbo. 

Inland NSW records more drownings than the coast

Plus - growing anger over Canberra's water buybacks in the Murray Darling Basin

Disaster hit residents urged to tell their stories

Plus - the latest on a mammoth weekend of grand final action.  

Hundreds of Central West homes still without power after storm

Plus - The Health Minister is promising a thorough review into the death of a 4 year old boy at Dubo Base Hospital

Extreme fire danger for parts of the Central West

A total fire ban is in place for parts of our patch. 

BREAKING: Police investigating after ram raid at Central West servo

The petrol station remains closed. 

How long are Central West locals waiting for an ambulance?

The latest report into our health system has been released today. 

BREAKING: Man dies in hospital after Dubbo crash

He's believed to be aged in his 60s

Major search for woman north of Dubbo ends in tragedy

Plus man in custody after dramatic police chase around Narromine. 

Off-duty officer takes action after child spotted in boot at Dubbo car wash

Plus police searching for vehicle as part of investigation into two Central West break-ins. 

Search continues in marshland for missing woman north of Dubbo

Plus a proper taste of spring; above average temps expected across Central West. 

Inquiry to examine insurance providers' Cental West flood response

Also; the arrival of spring brings a fire risk warning

One person dead, two in hospital after tragic crash east of Dubbo

Police investigations are underway. 

Central West campaigners ramp up efforts ahead of the Voice referendum

Plus, the Golden Highway re-opens after a serious crash

A rare earthquake hits the Central West

Also; Cabonne communities share their flood recovery frustrations with the Shadow Emergency Management Minister

Flood recovery front and centre in Eugowra, Cabonne

Also; which local cities have been labelled a 'developer's dream'?

Irrigators call for more solid protection against water buybacks

Also; local stakeholders get a chance to shape Vocational Education and Training

Mitchell Hwy re-opens after truck tragedy

Plus - a multi-million dollar jobs boost for Dubbo

BREAKING: Truck driver dies in firey Mitchell Highway crash

The highway remains closed in both directions 

Rural Aussies left in the dust by one of the big four banks

Plus - calls to take bushfire threats seriously this spring.

Bail refused for woman charged over the death of a man in Orange

Also; hopes the government will consider extending the availability of Dubbo's Drug Court

Woman charged with man's death in Orange overnight

Plus - what's on the local wish list ahead of next month's State Budget.

Cadia taken to court by the environmental regulator

Plus - a monumental week for NSW paramedics.

A riveting weekend of sport across the Central West

Plus - the region welcomes new police recurits.

Tillies fever strikes next generation of Central West players

Western NSW Football's expecting to see a record spike in registrations next season. 

BREAKING: Major police investigation underway in Dubbo following fatal stabbing

Police are on the hunt for the 39 year old man's killer - after he was found with stab wounds overnight.

The Central West's green and gold army prepares for a big night of World Cup action

Plus - the independent panel investigating Cadia Mine sits for the first time. 

Proof the Central West's low income households are feeling the pinch

Plus - fresh calls for locals to brush up on fire safety.

Considerable gaps found between education in cities and regions

Plus - experts not ruling out link between yesterday's earthquake near Orange and mining activity.

Dubbo Council makes moves to safeguard local area from drought

Plus - a huge milestone for Orange CYMS president Cam Jones.

Local firies make the most of dry conditions ahead of bushfire season

Plus - how does our kids' education stack up against those in the cities?

The Central West's limited access to healthcare back in the spotlight

Plus - Narromine community rallies around local family following devastating house fire.

Concerns the region can't keep up with an increase in tree changers

Plus - increased delays reported at one of our local airports.

Parliamentary inquiry into flood insurance failures takes shape

Plus - NSW nurses and midwives resolve to accept government's 4% pay rise offer.

Dubbo's youth crime epidemic continues

Plus - another chance for those waiting to pick up insurance from last year's devastating floods.

Man sentenced to 32 years behind bars for murder of Central West teenager

Craig Henry Rumsby faced the NSW Supreme Court in Dubbo this morning. 

Man accused of murdering Central West teenager to learn fate

Plus Cowra gets ready to cheer on Ellie Carpenter in crucial World Cup clash. 

Are Central West teachers about to go on strike?

Plus - one of Orange's biggest events is here!

Missing Persons Week shines a light on Central West cold cases

Plus - the NSW Governor continues her tour of the region.

Fears the feral pig problem will become worse than the mouse plague

Plus - police need our help solving some local missing persons cold cases.

On-farm efficiencies key to delivering Murray-Darling Basin Plan

Plus - suggestions Dubbo needs a cat curfew implemented shot down by Mayor

Two Dubbo-raised soldiers among victims from army helicopter tragedy

Plus - the Irrigators Council looks to shake up the Murray Darling Basin Plan.

Flood recovery cash on hand for local businesses from September

Plus - Orange Sports Precinct on track to open for use by 2024.

The Central West still a top choice for citysiders making a tree change

Plus - the Federal cheque book opens for a local NBN upgrade.

Horror weekend for emergency services across the Central West

Plus - charges laid after last weekend's off-field league brawl in Forbes.

Orange parents to turn off son's life support

The 7 year old was airlifted to Westmead Children's Hospital on July 19 - after choking on food at school.

Angry Dubbo rail workers on strike

Also, the legacy torch relay heads to Orange

Police on the hunt for a driver after two separate pursuits in Orange

Plus - positive signs for renters across the Central West

What does the Basin Plan extension mean for Central West irrigators?

Also; ongoing support for a police proveam designed to help our indigenous youth

Rugby League bosses respond to off-field brawl

Also; more support on the way for our flood hit communities

Former US Marine fighting to stay in the Central West returns to court

Also; sessions on The Voice to Parliament aimed at helping to inform Orange residents ahead of the referendum

Positive feedback already on Dubbo's Youth Koori Court

Also; concern as fire ants make their way closer to the NSW border

A plan to boost higher education in the bush given the thumbs up

Plus - Plenty of local talent set to hit the NRLW

Federal Government to launch an inquiry into insurance fallouts from last year's floods

Plus - Barbie and Oppenheimer fever hits the Central West

Fresh concerns over fire safety

Plus - New South Wales to not host the Commonwealth Games

Minns Government to invest in feral pig control

Plus - the pothole repair bill exceeds four million dollars

Local tourism operators feeling the cost of living crunch

Plus - calls for more to be done for people to stop dying on our farms

Some extra support for those living with dementia

Plus - Dubbo Airport putting the callout to businesses 

New bee killing Varroa mite detected at Central West property

Plus why Narromine animal shelter needs our help. 

Man in Dubbo court after 17 firearms found in gun raid

Plus farmers unhappy with a plan to phase out caged eggs.

Three teens arrested after alleged car theft, break-ins and police chase

Plus controversial plans for a new Dubbo playground back up for discussion. 

Man dies after collapsing at Central West solar farm

Plus three teens arrested as Dubbo's youth crime crisis continues.

Police investigating after bikes stolen from 12-year-old's at Dubbo Maccas

Plus what is the Central West's top dog breed. 

Exciting Central West tourist attraction reopens these school holidays

Plus why the local market is improving for renters. 

Concerning stats about life expectancy in the Central West

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has revealed some new figures. 

High profile 'no' campaigner says Orange won't benefit from the Voice

Plus report released on arm amputation at local gold mine. 

BREAKING: Young woman in Dubbo hospital after fatal crash

Two cars collided on the Castlereagh Highway this morning. 

Five children, including 10-year-old, arrested after Dubbo police chase

They were spotted in an allegedly stolen car last night. 

The changing face of homelessness in New South Wales

And a dusting of snow on the ski fields this weekend with temps set to drop

A sharp increase in serious 'flu cases in kids across the state prompts new warnings

Health authorities say kids should get the jab these holidays

Growing number of HSC students receiving 'extra help' in exams

Plus - a 20 year old worker has been killed at a Hunter construction site

The Health Services Union's looming fight with the Minns government

Plus: A huge milestone in donations after the Greta bus tragedy

NSW told to brace for catastrophic bushfire season

Plus - what are experts predicting the Reserve Bank will do today with interest rates?

Brad Fittler set to roll the dice on new faces for Origin 3

Plus: Lawyers for disgraced former Wagga MP Daryl Maguire respond to ICAC findings

A pay rise for 400,000 public sector workers

Premier Chris Minns confirms an end to the public sector wage cap 

The EPA acknowledges big changes made by Newcrest's Cadia Mine

Plus - a statewide pharmacy trial to expand

A man arrested after multiple vehicle thefts and pursuits

Plus - Cabonne Shire Council take steps to recovery

NSW Touch Junior State Cup to stay put in Dubbo for the next few years

Plus - a battle of the powerhouses in the Peter McDonald Premiership this weekend

The Central West gets a glimpse into the future

Plus - a surge in asthma flare ups this winter, health professionals warn

NSW Nationals outraged Labor could scrap seniors travel cards

Plus  - Cowra CBD to get spruced up

Dubbo rallying together to axe the location of a proposed rehab centre

Plus - peak housing bodies join forces to scrap unaffordable housing

An Orange fire sparks concerns over lithium-ion batteries

Plus - new child care options to open up in Cowra

One of our own helping the firefighting effort in Canada

Plus - disadvantaged families to receive at-home visits from a specially-trained nurse

Cabonne's mayor welcomes a housing-support promise by the PM

Plus - the Dubbo Cyms keep their place on top in the Peter McDonald Premiership

Man charged with murder over tragic Molong crash, faces court via video link

Plus - the unemployment rate falls across the Orana

The Member for Dubbo introducing a crucial water bill

Plus - 11 hundred promised nursing positions left in the lurch

Some major upgrades in store for Lake Canobolas

Plus - in Central West AFL underdogs the Orange Tigers take on the ladder leaders

The state's environmental regulator issues Cadia Mine an ultimatum

Plus - our region under-represented when it comes to weather-related insurance claims

Underground operations suspended at Cadia Mine after serious accident

Plus - junk food advertising facing heat from Canberra

The opposition slams the Murray Darling Basin Authority's latest roadmap

Plus - police on the hunt for a Dubbo firearm thief