Oberon Review
Tuesday, 7 May 2024
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Column
Toole: Meet your local firies at special open days
Member for Bathurst Paul Toole encourages locals to visit open fire stations this weekend.
Member for Bathurst, Paul Toole • 1hr ago
Watch
Premiership favourites rewarded as Woodbridge Cup representative sides unveiled
Ray Sargent, Laura Price, Nic Barlow and Jordy Wright. Pictures from file
Here's who made the men's and league tag squads.
Dominic Unwin • 2hrs ago
Man relapsed on ice before stabbing parents to death
Duncan Murray
A man claims he was not criminally responsible for his parents' murders due to mental impairment. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)
Honour
Val's love of golf, horse riding and a 'frisky whisky' forever remembered
Vale Val Klower: loving, independent and determined.
Amy Rees
Ron and Valda Kowler. Picture supplied
Property
Has a developer come knocking? How to get the best deal for your home in rezoning
Martin Kelly
The key to homeowners maximising the financial opportunity presented by rezoning is partnering with neighbours. Pic: Shutterstock
Sarge sniffs success as truffles tempt rural tourists
Stephanie Gardiner
There are no guarantees in truffles because you can't see them growing, says Jill O'Grady. (HANDOUT/SUPPLIED)
Photos
St Joseph's ring in their second term with some new faces
St Joseph's ring in their second term with some new faces
Staff Reporters
A very special Anzac Day for Bill Wilcox
Julia Wythes
Sub branch secretary Neville Stapleton, special guest Commander Amy Bulters and president Bill Wilcox.
Foley confident Tigers league tag side can face Manildra head on
Shannon Foley in action for the Tigers. Photo: OBERON TIGERS SENIOR LEAGUE
Benjamin Palmer
Before Meta blocks news in your feed, here's how you can support journalism
Acm Newsroom
The editors of ACM's 14 daily newspapers have appealed to their thousands of social media followers to show their support for local journalism as Mark Zuckerberg's Meta devalues trusted news on its Facebook and Instagram platforms.
Oberon earns top tourism town nomination in Business NSW awards
Benjamin Palmer
Oberon earns top tourism town nomination in Business NSW awards
Jaxon Craig welcomed into the world
Staff Reporters
Jaxon with his parents and siblings. Photo: Supplied
Exclusive
Revealed: the worst local government locations for domestic violence
Molly Ticehurst's death in Forbes sparked calls for action on addressing domestic violence in regional NSW. Picture supplied
Carla Mascarenhas
Column
Stopping gender-based violence
Independent Mp, Andrew Gee
The 'No More' rally in Orange. Photo: Supplied
Breaking
Pleas entered by accused mushroom cook killer
Anna Houlahan • 1hr ago
Erin Patterson faces media in August 2023 (main image) with Don and Gail Patterson (top left) and Heather and Ian Wilkinson (bottom left). Pictures ACA/supplied/Facebook
Updated
Two boys expelled after 'cruel' rating of classmates' attractiveness
Carla Mascarenhas • 1hr ago
Entrance to Yarra Valley Grammar School in Ringwood, Victoria. Picture via Google Streetview

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National
Shock workplace allegations emerge at peak Aboriginal health body
Exclusive
A file photo of a patient receiving care at an Aboriginal health service. Picture by James Ross/AAP Photos
Emily Anderson
Fragile fashion at 'The Garden of Time' Met Gala 2024 red carpet
Anna Houlahan
From left to right: Baz Luhrmann, Catherine Martin, Elsa Pataky, Chris Hemsworth and Anna Wintour. Pictures AP / Sipa USA / EPA
How popular is your newborn's name? The top picks revealed
Jessica Belzycki
The department of customer service has revealed the top baby names for 2023 in NSW. Picture Canva images.
Aldi's 2024 special buys is a shredding delight for snow bunnies
Georgina Sebar
Aldi's Snow Gear Special Buys 2024 collection will be available from May 18. Picture supplied
Show me the money: older Aussies fight to keep cash
Keep Cash Campaign urges people to use cash where possible.
Eileen Wood
Without cash how would we pay for that bargain at the garage sale or swap meet. ACM file picture
Sport
Premiership favourites rewarded as Woodbridge Cup representative sides unveiled
Watch
Ray Sargent, Laura Price, Nic Barlow and Jordy Wright. Pictures from file
Here's who made the men's and league tag squads.
Dominic Unwin • 2hrs ago
Appleby denied as weather washes out final round
Stuart Appleby, of Australia, was a shot behind the leader when poor conditions prevented play. (AP PHOTO)
Pogacar quickly gets to grips with his Italian job
Tadej Pogacar celebrates after crossing the finish line to win the second stage of the Giro. (EPA PHOTO)
WA's Erceg suffers heartbreaking loss in UFC title bout
Justin Chadwick
Steve Erceg lost no admirers in a torried fight with Alexandre Pantoja in Rio. (HANDOUT/UFC)
Bengaluru's quick turn of pace keeps IPL hopes alive
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Vijaykumar Vyshak celebrates the dismissal of Gujarat's Vijay Shankar. (AP PHOTO)
PropertyView
Has a developer come knocking? How to get the best deal for your home in rezoning
Property
The key to homeowners maximising the financial opportunity presented by rezoning is partnering with neighbours. Pic: Shutterstock
Martin Kelly
Property
Why the skyrocketing cost to build a new home is not coming down soon
Jemimah Clegg
In the past two years, established house prices increased by 8 per cent while construction costs jumped 18.3 per cent. Pic: Shutterstock
Property
You'll want this historic penthouse, just for the amazing bedroom
Melissa Kehagias
The main bedroom suite is set within one of the building's iconic domes, with 7.5-metre-high ceilings. Pic: Supplied
$200 million plus guide as Aussie John Symonds lists country's most expensive house
Property
The home took eight years to complete and sits on the equivalent of four blocks of harbourside land. Pic: Supplied
Jen Melocco
Property
Commuter towns push regional property price growth to outstrip capital cities
Jemimah Clegg
Regional markets are once again starting to out-perform the capital cities. Pic: Shutterstock
How a bushland retreat was created in the city
Melissa Kehagias
The peaceful retreat with river frontage is much sought after. Pic: Supplied
What's On
Start planning your holiday with the 2022/23 Oberon Tourist Guide
EXCITING EXPERIENCES: There is so much to see and do in the Oberon region, one trip is never enough. Picture File
Andrew Lotherington
Column
Toole: Meet your local firies at special open days
Member for Bathurst, Paul Toole • 1hr ago
Member for Bathurst Paul Toole encourages locals to visit open fire stations this weekend.
'Just want to bring people together': Dinner invitation at Black Springs
Contributed
Karel Hogan, Leon Dwyer and Janet Dwyer outside the hall at Black Springs.
What's on
What's on around the Oberon region
Staff Reporters
What's on around the Oberon region
Our People
Putting down roots: Permaculture at the Pub connects garden-lovers in Oberon
Tom Walker
Nicky Holbrook with one of her goats. Picture supplied
Recommended
What does Mum really want for Mother's Day?
Photo by Shutterstock.
Miranda Aitken
The highs and lows as you go top to tail
Emma Brown
Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Picture Shutterstock
A veritable kaleidoscope of colours and experiences
Emma Brown
Colourful houses Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Picture Shutterstock
How should I budget for my retirement?
Having the comfortable retirement you dream about takes some careful plannng to achieve. Picture Shutterstock
Livestock is the second highest killer on farms - keep yourself and others safe in the yards
Almurta cattle farmer Peter Miller. Picture supplied
Photos and Video
I took a self-driving taxi in Los Angeles - here's what happened next
Self-driving Waymo cabs are freely roaming the streets of Los Angeles and San Francisco in California, and Phoenix in Arizona.
Akash Arora • 13m ago
Police appeal for help identifying nine men after Wakeley riot
Carla Mascarenhas • 1hr ago
Some of the men police are seeking to identify as part of Strike Force Dribs investigating the Wakeley riot on April 15. Pictures supplied by NSW Police
Updated
Two boys expelled after 'cruel' rating of classmates' attractiveness
Carla Mascarenhas • 1hr ago
Entrance to Yarra Valley Grammar School in Ringwood, Victoria. Picture via Google Streetview
Breaking
Pleas entered by accused mushroom cook killer
Anna Houlahan • 1hr ago
Erin Patterson faces media in August 2023 (main image) with Don and Gail Patterson (top left) and Heather and Ian Wilkinson (bottom left). Pictures ACA/supplied/Facebook
Watch
Premiership favourites rewarded as Woodbridge Cup representative sides unveiled
Here's who made the men's and league tag squads.
Dominic Unwin • 2hrs ago
Ray Sargent, Laura Price, Nic Barlow and Jordy Wright. Pictures from file
Comment
The freedom we take for granted is precious
Opinion
I thought deeply about World Press Freedom Day on Saturday night. Picture Shutterstock
John Hanscombe • 3m ago
Opinion
The secret to meeting our net zero target is ... everyday Aussies
Barb de Corti
Sustainability starts at home. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion
Tweeting twits and the staggering cost of defamation cases
Crispin Hull
Pauline Hanson, second on left, arrives at the Federal Court of Australia in Sydney. Picture AAP
Explore
Book Now
Forget Lisbon - this is the Portuguese destination you should be visiting
Forget Lisbon - this is the Portuguese destination you should be visiting
Kate Armstrong
Two Ways to Go
What delivers a better Bali experience - staying in a villa or in a hotel?
Mal Chenu and Amy Cooper
What delivers a better Bali experience - staying in a villa or in a hotel?
Destination next: The Canadian hotspot that belongs on your bucket list
Sarah Maguire
Destination next: The Canadian hotspot that belongs on your bucket list
Visit a Canadian gem as part of a luxury cruise
Visit a Canadian gem as part of a luxury cruise
Which Louvre is better: The OG in Paris or the striking gem in Abu Dhabi?
Mark Dapin
Which Louvre is better: The OG in Paris or the striking gem in Abu Dhabi?
Travel Insider
Airline review: Is the new flight between Sydney and Busselton any good?
Marlene Even
Airline review: Is the new flight between Sydney and Busselton any good?
Portland beyond Portlandia: Why everyone's talking about this city - again!
Louise Goldsbury
Portland beyond Portlandia: Why everyone's talking about this city - again!
Australians are heading to Japan in record numbers - here's why
Australians are heading to Japan in record numbers - here's why
Car Expert
Porsche Taycan recalled due to fire risk
Car Expert
Porsche Taycan recalled due to fire risk
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert
2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class price and specs
William Stopford
Car Expert
Renault Symbioz: New crossover slots in above Captur
Derek Fung
Renault Symbioz: New crossover slots in above Captur
Car Expert
Is it legal for learner drivers to use cruise control?
Matt Campbell
Is it legal for learner drivers to use cruise control?
Car Expert
How AI is being used to commit car insurance fraud
Max Davies
How AI is being used to commit car insurance fraud
The Senior
Meet the US quiz master sending shockwaves through The Chase Australia
Brandon Blackwell, aka The Lightning Bolt. Picture supplied
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Enduring Powers of Attorney review aims to reduce financial elder abuse
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
New swing suits veterans golfer Rita to a tee
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
The Land
'Absolute passion': Peak Hill desperately needs more day care
Sarah Thomas, owner of Peak Hill's Cabonne Family Day Care, with two of the children she has looked after. Picture supplied
Sarah Falson • 3m ago
Plenty of headlines to push grain markets around
James Massina, Awb Cargill • 1hr ago
The sorghum harvest continues despite some weather delays and concerns around quality.
Thumper claims champion sash in junior led steer competition at Beef 2024
Catherine Miller • 2hrs ago
Judge Travis Luscombe, Dalby, Qld sashes his grand champion junior led steer led by Lily Moore. Also pictured is owner Ian Lamb, Manilla, NSW.
Life & Style
The best way to move and manage the world's money
Advice
The best way to move and manage the world's money
Noel Whittaker
A time-honoured decorating trend that doesn't have rules
According to Heather Nette King, rugs can be a real game changer with eclectic style, adding another layer of your personality to a room. Picture supplied.
Advice
Questions to ask yourself when you are considering retirement
Noel Whittaker
Questions to ask yourself when you are considering retirement