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Saturday, 27 July 2024
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Police
Update: missing woman located 'safe and well' in Blayney
Sarah Hayek, believed to be somewhere in Blayney, has been listed as missing by police in the Central West. Pictures from NSW Police
Police have confirmed Sarah Hayek has been located.
Emily Gobourg

One of NSW's highest ranking officials will be in the region: here's where to spot her

Honourable Margaret Beazley and her husband Dennis Wilson. Picture supplied
Staff Reporters
Council

New details: why this Orange project is up for sale before being launched

Rachel Chamberlain
The Bathurst Aqua Park set up at Chifley Dam in February, 2024. Picture by James Arrow
Federal Election

Highway, farmers and nuclear: Have your say on key election promises

Voters are being asked what matters to them ahead of election.
Tanya Marschke
The Nationals Candidate for Calare Sam Farraway and NSW Nationals chairman Rick Colless in Robertson Park, Orange on Monday, July 22. Picture by Carla Freedman
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'It's my privilege to be here': teacher's ode to school on major milestone
Blayney High School principal Narelle Beasley with students Patrick Lapham, Izaac Crothers, Harley Fuller, teacher Maureen Dickson, and students Theo Death and Brendon O'Neil. Picture by Carla Freedman
Maureen Dickson on nearly 50 Blayney High School years.
Emily Gobourg
Our People
From Canobolas High to Hollywood: Orange filmmaker scores global attention
Vince Lovecchio's film named a global semi finalist.
Tanya Marschke
Orange-based filmmaker Vince Lovecchio in his home office with the poster from his award-nominated M.A.D.E film. Picture by Carla Freedman
Property
Top architect designed homes on sale, including one seen on Restoration Australia
Jen Melocco
The view is as stunning as the home design in this property in Cygnet in Tasmania. Pic: Supplied
Watch

Looking back: bodies found in East Orange paddock murder-suicide case

Generic map image showing McLachlan Street in Orange, Central West NSW. Picture made with Google Maps
A revolver was found at the scene underneath the man's body.
Emily Gobourg
Tribute

Remembering Adam Doolan: 'You could hear his laugh from a block away'

The 32-year-old from Orange was tragically killed in Brisbane.
Emily Gobourg
A blend of images with Orange's Adam Doolan alongside some of his nearest and dearest. Pictures supplied

Popular family restaurant 'in the middle of nowhere' reopens its doors

Grace Dudley
Manager Kelly Nogarotto inside Fiorini's. PIcture by Jude Keogh
Comment
When will Blayney's bulky waste clean-up happen? Here are the details
Mark Dicker
A bulky waste pick-up in Blayney. Picture by Mark Logan
Businesses don't do enough to protect customers from scammers: Choice
Victims are often given little help after they have been scammed. ACM file picture
The advocacy group says businesses leave scam victims feeling alone and ashamed.
Eileen Wood
Business
Tattooist opens second parlour in the Central West
Business news from Orange and surrounds...
Tanya Marschke Alise McIntosh
Grae Fitzpatrick, Eda Kasper and Olyvia Bloomfield in front of the Goldrush Collective Tattoo Parlour. Picture by James Arrow
Federal Election

Sam slams calls to quit: 'I can do two jobs, just like most mums and dads'

Sam Farraway in Orange. Picture by Carla Freedman
Nick McGrath

Gee's first opponent locked in: new Nats candidate makes his first promise

Nick McGrath
Sam Farraway at the Orange Train Station. Picture by Will Davis

Young carers step up as ageing population leads to disability spike

Disability is on the rise and young people are stepping up to help.
Rowan Cowley
The number of young Australians serving in caring roles is snowballing. Picture from Shutterstock

Truman Capote's 'In Cold Blood' was set in which US state? Take our quiz

Anna Houlahan
Truman Capotes 1966 non-fiction novel In Cold Blood was set in which US state? Picture John Downing/Express/Getty Images
Sensitive Content

Mother seeks answers for 'heinous' crime

Grace Dudley
Rebekah Porter holding a photo of her daughter Biddy. Picture supplied

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National

Heavenly sight: double meteor shower to illuminate Australia's night sky

Canberra stargazers take in the night sky. Picture Sitthixay Ditthavong
Anna Houlahan

Myanmar conflict unsustainable, foreign minister warns

Rachael Ward • 12m ago
Penny Wong says the situation in Myanmar is worsening and deeply concerning. Photo: Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS

Rave into reality: Bunnings to host warehouse dance party

Annika Rhoades
Music duo Peking Duk went viral asking Bunnings to host a rave in one of their warehouses. Picture by Peking Duk/Instagram

PM avoids Palestine, CFMEU at major party conference

Alex Mitchell and Samantha Lock • 2hrs ago
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to address the NSW state Labor conference. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS

Dutton attacks identity politics, CFMEU as Libs gather

Callum Godde • 2hrs ago
Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has gone on the offensive at a Liberal Party conference. Photo: Russell Freeman/AAP PHOTOS

Sport

Greyhound racing news from around the NSW regions | July 27

Greyhounds as Pets' 2024 the Winter Adoption Day will be at Gough Whitlam Park in Earlwood on August 18. Picture supplied

Miracle grows fond of name King Can't Win

Greyhound King Can't Win has won six times from 11 starts. Picture supplied

Million Dollar Chase starts August

Michael Cowley
Selena and Mick Zammit after their star Jay Is Jay won the 2023 Ladbrokes Million Dollar Chase. Qualification races for the 2024 series begin August 26. Picture: Lachlan Naidu.
Opinion

It's not the smashed noses and broken jaws of the '80s. But this is still ugly

Jenna Price
I have loved rugby league for decades. But the State of Origin III biff made me gasp. Picture AAP
How Many More?

Here's how you can help this footy club combat domestic violence in Orange

The club has unveiled a special jersey for the match against Blayney.
Dominic Unwin
Dee Gillard and Dan Lamb model Orange United Warriors' White Ribbon jersey. Picture by Dominic Unwin
PropertyView
Buyers snap up land in Berwick Waters on Melbourne's fringe
Extensive parkland and surrounding wetlands give the development a natural appeal. Pic: Supplied
Jen Melocco
Property
Top architect designed homes on sale, including one seen on Restoration Australia
Jen Melocco
The view is as stunning as the home design in this property in Cygnet in Tasmania. Pic: Supplied
Aussies feeling the pinch: Home loan arrears on the rise
Emily Rayner
*Latest observation March 2024 **Series only available March 2019 ***Well secured loans prior to March 2022 - both secured and not well - secured thereafter.

French chateau vs Sydney sweat: what you can buy for $1.3 Million.

Cazères, Muret, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 31220
Emily Rayner
Property

Darius Boyd earns $2.95m payday with sale of ultra-luxe Brisbane home

Jade Lazarevic
Former NRL star Darius Boyd and his wife Kayla have sold their luxury Brisbane home for $4.55 million. Picture Instagram/supplied

12 easy decor tips to lift your mood and reduce financial stress at home

Emily Rayner
Interior designer Kellie Richardson shares her top tips for improving the look and feel of a home.

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How To Make Gravy: the tender story behind this Aussie hit

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We all remember those special teachers who inspired us. Watch this

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Comment

How Olympic skateboarding was shaped by 'power and politics'

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Harris will need strength to survive the 'misogynoir' of this campaign

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How the government is Measuring What Matters

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What it's like to cruise one of the busiest trade routes in the world
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Discover this stunning nook of Japan as part of a luxury cruise
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One perfect 'daycation': How to have your best ever stopover in Singapore

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Deal of the week: Save $7500 per person on this luxe cruise in Asia

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We ate our way down Hong Kong's Michelin-star Mile - here's the verdict

Carrie Hutchinson
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The right side of history: Raising the 'steaks' in Vegas

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Car Expert

Why Cadillac thinks it won’t be seen as a newcomer in Australia

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Jordan Mulach
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Lincoln Navigator: Conversion firm bringing Lexus LX, Cadillac Escalade rival to Australia

Simon Christie
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The most fuel efficient 4x4 utes in Australia

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The fastest Corvette ever has some Australian DNA

Jack Quick
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2024 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series V8 review

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The Senior

Businesses don't do enough to protect customers from scammers: Choice

Victims are often given little help after they have been scammed. ACM file picture
The advocacy group says businesses leave scam victims feeling alone and ashamed.
Eileen Wood

Young carers step up as ageing population leads to disability spike

Disability is on the rise and young people are stepping up to help.
Rowan Cowley
The number of young Australians serving in caring roles is snowballing. Picture from Shutterstock

Driving force behind new free travel app encourages Aussies to hit road

A new app encourages people to explore Australia via the open road.
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The Land

Sparks flying with leadership shake-up of troubled VNI West project

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Chris McLennan

Why this farm boy chose volunteer rescue and working with dogs over Rotary

Sarah Falson
Mark Gibson in his Volunteer Rescue Association NSW uniform and (inset) the VRA Rescue NSW Search Dogs Squad. Picture by Belinda Soole
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Check out who was snapped at Knowla Livestock's bull sale

Samantha Townsend
Annie Laurie, Knowla Livestock, Gloucester taking the family photographs during the sale. Pictures by Samantha Townsend

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Quiet luxury is the low-fuss trend we've been waiting for

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The timelessness of a plant-based farmhouse

Cherie Hausler
Quince hummingbird cake with tahini caramel

No more cheap beer and skittles: why a pint will be more expensive

Anna Houlahan
BentSpoke Brewing Cos Tracy Margrain (left) and Richard Watkins employ around 70 people at the brewery and their BrewPub in Braddon, Canberra. Picture supplied