Latest News
Telstra tower appears in Gilgandra skyline!
It what may appear to be an April Fools' Day joke (because we have been waiting so long), we can assure you this photo is not AI. The new Telstra tower went up yesterday!
1 April, 2026
General News
Graves damaged by vandals
A recent spate of vandalism at the Gilgandra Cemetery has angered locals.
1 April, 2026
Little Wings Clinic to launch Gilgandra clinic in April
Gilgandra Shire Council has announced that Gilgandra will welcome its...
What a GREAT Day!
Read all about it in this week's edition.
Bush Fire Danger Period ends
The 2025–26 bush fire season will end for most of NSW at midnight...
Community & Business
Roy's Round Up - March 31, 2026
The latest news from member for Barwon, Roly Butler MP
3 April, 2026
Tractor Pull back this Easter Saturday
Saturday, April 4 - 9.30am start at Coo-ee Memorial Park
CWA Markets at Easter Tractor Pull
Gilgandra CWA Evening Branch will host their monthly markets at next...
Local tourism operators are reporting a bump in Easter cancellations
Fuel Crisis Prompts Tourism Concerns over Easter
Agricultural
NSW opposition calls out "failed" Farm Fire Fighting Scheme
The Farm Fire Fighting Vehicle Scheme was proposed following the Black Summer bushfires to allow quicker response...
14 March, 2026
Rural Aid: "Rain Brings Cautious Optimism to Drought-Affected Farmers"
Farmers have welcomed the break in dry conditions, with early signs of...
Country Mayors "underwhelmed" by state drought response
CMA: "NSW Government drought response welcome but underwhelming"
Water in Demand as Drought Tightens Grip Across Southern Australia: Rural Aid
In 2026 alone, Rural Aid has received 231 requests for water tanks,...
Sport
Gilgandra league seniors back into it
Gilgandra’s senior rugby league and league tag sides were back in action across the weekend.
2 April, 2026
Local News
Colvin’s cup-winning homecoming
Gary Colvin returned to his old hometown to win the feature at the...
Bowls News
A great turn up of 48 players attended a fundraising day for bar...
Cobar to Host Castlereagh Knockout
The Cobar Roosters this Saturday will be hosting the 2026 Christie and...
