Opinion: We need ‘skills’ back in schools

Opinion: We need ‘skills’ back in schools

We need to talk about skills. We are failing our kids and we need to talk about it. And it’s a conversation we need to have now before our kids go back to school. 2024 wrapped with another cohort graduating Year 12. They’ve earned a break and are worthy of our...
Here’s to a ‘country’ Christmas

Here’s to a ‘country’ Christmas

An interesting piece of research came out this month showing two in five capital city residents would contemplate a move to the country. Of course, those of us already here can understand why. Cleaner air, neighbourly communities, a better life/work balance with...
87km Pooncarie Road sealing completed!

87km Pooncarie Road sealing completed!

The NSW Far West has access to a safer, smoother Pooncarie Road following completion of a $48.8m sealing project. The Australian Government invested $31.7m and the NSW Government contributed $17.1m to the project, delivered by Wentworth Shire Council and Central...
Could your volunteer group use an extra $5,000?

Could your volunteer group use an extra $5,000?

Not-for-profit organisations are encouraged to apply for the latest Volunteer Grants funding, with a focus on those supporting the physical or social wellbeing of children under 18yo. The first stage of applications is via an Expression of Interest (EOI) form. A $10m...