25 Jun 09 | With only six weeks to go it is important that anyone who has rough or rub opals, other gemstones or arts and crafts, book their spot before they miss out.
Concern about dogs roaming our streets
25 Jun 09 | Concern in the community has arisen in regard to the sheer number of dogs that are being found roaming the streets free from a leash or even basic owner supervision.
New site needed for skate park
25 Jun 09 | The skate park that was to see construction begin at the vacant block on Harlequin Street, adjacent the Lightning Ridge Caravan Park, has hit a wall with its development after the Department of Lands reported that they would not consent to the chosen site for the project.

WEATHER

Fine. Sunny periods.


8°C - 15°C Fine. Sunny periods.

SPORT

Huskinson wins with 27 points
25 Jun 09 | Thursday and Friday June 18 and 19 had the biggest field for the chook run for this year with 40 players.
Busy time for bowlers
25 Jun 09 | It just gets busier for social bowls with more than 40 players and full rinks again this week.
Miners vs farmers
The war between miners and farmers rages on after the NSW Farmers’ Association openly opposed ...
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Sets appeal: tennis and physical appearance
30 Jun 09 | Beauty aces talent: A spokesman from the All England Club, Johnny Perkins, acknowledged "box office appeal" was one of 28 points considered when courts were allocated. What do you think about the decision to take into account a female player's looks in a tennis game?
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