Wellington Times
Tuesday, 5 July
Scamwatch: Online jobseekers targeted for drug couriering
Advice
Campaign asks parents to be aware of gambling in online games
Almost 40 per cent of 12-17 year olds played video games with elements of gambling. Picture: NSW government
Zaarkacha Marlan
Former mayor charged with historical sexual assault
Zaarkacha Marlan
Former mayor Ben Shields has been charged with an alleged historic sexual assault. Picture: Belinda Soole
Specsavers on a mission to help close the gap on Indigenous eye health
Newsroom
Artwork by contemporary Aboriginal artist, Sarrita King features on this year's glasses supporting the Fred Hollows Foundation. Picture: Supplied
Flood fears as rain moves to northern NSW
Farid Farid • 1hr ago
Children are seen on kayaks in floodwaters which have inundated the NSW town of Yarramalong on the Central Coast, north of Sydney. Photo: AAP Image/Jeremy Piper
What's on
Young judges to show off their skills at Trangie
Zaarkacha Marlan
The young judges got to show off their skills at the 2019 event. Picture: Zaarkacha Marlan
DNA program hoping to solve Australia's missing persons cases to visit town
A pop-up familial DNA collection centre is kept busy. Picture: NSW Police
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Former western NSW solicitor appointed Supreme Court Judge
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Former western NSW ALS solicitor and District Court Judge Dina Yehia will be sworn in to the NSW Supreme Court in July. Picture: Supplied
What's on
Hair we go! Mulletfest is coming to Dubbo
Mulletfest founder and event organiser Laura Johnson is excited to be bringing the wildly popular event to Dubbo this August. Picture: Zaarkacha Marlan
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What's on
Female farmers in the central west could help change agriculture
Zaarkacha Marlan
Charles Sturt University PhD student Linda Wirf is seeking female farmers across the central west to help provide a deeper understanding of the ways women can influence the agriculture sector. Picture: Supplied
Life on the inside: the art of leaving crime behind
Stephanie Gardiner
"If you keep someone in too long and treat them badly, you end up with a crazy person," says Robert.
Zero lives lost, but speeding and drink-driving still a concern
Zaarkacha Marlan
While there was no lives lost on western region roads, there were 25 major crashes and 373 people caught speeding. Picture: File
Have Your Say
'Double-sided coin': speed limits could change on our roads
Regional and rural speed limits are under the microscope with Barwon MP Roy Butler backing the inquriy.
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Good News
Gregory Rapley honoured for distinguished service to corrections
Zaarkacha Marlan
Macquarie Correctional Centre's Gregory Rapley has received an Australian Correctional Medal for his distinguished service as part of the Queen's Birthday honours list. Picture: Supplied/File
Coles recalls tomato paste nationally
Kim Chappell • 1hr ago
Flood fears as rain moves to northern NSW
Farid Farid • 1hr ago
Children are seen on kayaks in floodwaters which have inundated the NSW town of Yarramalong on the Central Coast, north of Sydney. Photo: AAP Image/Jeremy Piper

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Sport
Wimbledon defend Djokovic late, late show
It was late and dark in London when Novak Djokovic completed his victory over Tim van Rijthoven.
The loss of Darcy Moore will test Collingwood's depth
Howard Kotton
Trainers tend to Darcy Moore, of the Magpies, during the round 16 match between the Gold Coast Suns and Collingwood on the Gold Coast.
Jabeur scorches into Wimbledon's last 16
Ons Jabeur is all smiles after winning at Wimbledon against France's Diane Parry.
Opinion
Are the Lions simply not tough enough to claim the premiership?
Rohan Connolly
FALLING SHORT: Rohan Connolly says the Lions look like coming up short when it comes to the pointy end of the season yet again. Picture: Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images
Cornet says players kept quiet with virus
Alize Cornet claims tennis stars kept quiet with COVID-19 during the French Open.
Listen
Listen
What's the buzz about delivery drones?
Wing general manager Simon Rossi says drones are a more environmentally friendly way to make deliveries. Picture: Laura Corrigan
Tom Melville Laura Carolina Corrigan
Listen
The Roadkill State
Tom Melville Laura Carolina Corrigan
Wildlife rescuer Rowan Wigmore says roadkill should be moved 20 metres from the road to stop scavengers getting hit too. Photo: Paul Scambler
Listen
What happened to Bendigo's Chinese miners?
Laura Carolina Corrigan
More than 150 people carry the Chinese dragon's during Bendigo's Easter parade. Photo: Glenn Daniels
What's On
What's on
Council implements new strategy to reopen recreation areas
The strategy aims to ensure the health and wellbeing of the community, while reopening the facilities from Saturday, May 23. Photo: Supplied.
What's on
Nominate a Hidden Treasure in your community who goes above and beyond
Volunteer: Geurie's Justine Williams being presented her 2019 Hidden Treasures award by Dubbo MP Dugald Saunders at a ceremony last year. Photo: Amy McIntyre.
Council to conduct test drilling for bore at Bicentennial Park
Dubbo Regional Council has engaged contract drillers who will be on site over the coming week to undertake services locations and preparations. Photo: File.
What's on
Wellington Town Band president to pay his respect on Anzac Day
What's on
Working dogs will go head-to-head in annual challenge
ENDURANCE TEST: Daniel Pumpa and his beloved dog Turbo took part in the Cobber Challenge for the first time last year. Photo: CONTRIBUTED
Recommended
Victoria's historic towns and iconic sights by train and luxury coach
Emma Brown
Last chance to win a cruise - enter now
Dayle Latham
TRAVEL IN STYLE: Discover the Arabian Peninsula in luxury with Emerald Cruises' Emerald Azzurra yacht. Photos: Supplied
Aussies' ticket to huge multi-million dollar jackpots
This $192 million tax-free jackpot offers one Aussie the chance to take out the title of 'Australia's biggest lotto win, ever'.
How Aussies can cash in on world's biggest lottery draws
A sun-kissed cruise of the islands of Hawaii
Remembering Australians at War
From country lad to a Light Horseman
Marina Williams
SQMS John 'Jack' Woodland Loomes, service number 438, served in the 4th Light Horse Regiment in WW1.
ANZAC DAY 2015: What you need to know | Western NSW
Anzac legend: “Ernest would have been very pleased for me.”
Jan Dennis
Marjorie Cameron from Laurieton will be in Gallipoli for Anzac Day.
Tracking their forefathers’ path to war
Sarah Dean
PropertyReal Estate View
New report names the 3 top markets in regional NSW
The Upper Hunter LGA, which includes Scone (pictured), has been named one of the top regional markets in NSW. Picture: Shutterstock
Jack Needham
Hemmes expands Narooma hospitality venture with purchase of historic Lynch's pub
Ben Smyth
Merivale CEO Justin Hemmes has increased his investment in Narooma with the purchase of Lynch's Hotel. Photo: Supplied
Giddy up: Tasmanian property with rich racing history on the market
Nick Clark
Photos and Video
Photos
Locals celebrate Australia Day in Wellington
Wellington Rotary members, Jennifer Wykes, Liz Masters and Emily Falson, helped cook and serve the barbecue breakfast.
Taylor Jurd
COVID-19 lockdown results in creative way to keep entertained
Taylor Jurd
Creative: Wellington's Casey Dargan (pictured) has become a viral sensation after taking part in the 'Bin Isolation Outing' Facebook group. Photos: Supplied.
Photos
Love of racing shines online at Wellington Boot Fashions on the Field
Taylor Jurd
Fashionista: Kate Lynch was named as the best dressed touch of green winner in the online Fashion on the Field competition. Photo: Supplied.
Throwback Thursday: October 2009 | Photos
Marcus and Jo Clarke
Throwback Thursday: 2014 Mt Arthur Challenge | Gallery
Adam Mitchell with Kellsey Melhuish
Comment
Opinion
Territory rights' time has come
Samuel Whitsed, who was diagnosed with terminal cancer, backs the proposed bill to overturn a ban on the ACT's right to legislate on voluntary assisted dying. Picture: Karleen Minney
David Pocock
Opinion
The next leg in the journey must ensure voices are heard
Linda Burney
Minister for Indigenous Australians Linda Burney.
Opinion
Overdue path to self-determined economy
Peter Yu
Australians will gather across the country this week in honour of NAIDOC Week celebrations. NAIDOC Week 2022 runs from July 3 - 10 and celebrates and recognises the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Picture: ACM
Stories fromThe Senior
Secret exercise most men neglect
ACTION STATIONS: Regular pelvic floor exercise can have pleasurable results.
Ex-soldiers 'overwhelmed' by compo process
Sam McKeith
The mother of a veteran says he was bullied, discharged, and failed by doctors before his suicide.
Do make a fuss over violence
Hazel Bradley
SURVIVOR: Wendy with dog Maisie, who along with husband Tim, provided much support through the years of Bradley Edwards's trial
National
Coles recalls tomato paste nationally
Kim Chappell • 1hr ago
Flood fears as rain moves to northern NSW
Farid Farid • 1hr ago
Children are seen on kayaks in floodwaters which have inundated the NSW town of Yarramalong on the Central Coast, north of Sydney. Photo: AAP Image/Jeremy Piper
Exclusive
Kyrgios charged with assaulting former girlfriend in Canberra
Blake Foden
Nick Kyrgios has been summonsed to face a Canberra court. Picture: Getty Images
Twelve charged with Qld girl's murder
Marty Silk • 8m ago
Police say the twelve charged, as well as her parents, withheld the girl's diabetes medication.
Vic Police: $1m reward over Tascas death
Cassandra Morgan • 32m ago
Victoria Police have offered a $1m reward over the suspected murder of Trevor Tascas.
Stories fromThe Land
Concerns around regulations
CONCERN: New floodplain harvesting regulations introduced by Kevin Anderson, Minister for Lands and Water, has some people concerned for downstream water security. Photo: John Carnemolla/Shutterstock
Denis Howard • 1hr ago
Turning feral pigs into cash
Simon Chamberlain
Inverell-based pig trapper, Graeme Crisp with two candidates for the chiller box.
Wet weather hurting crops and livestock
Denis Howard
NO GO: Peter Yelland, principal at YellCo Ag, said this 365-hectare paddock was programmed for wheat this year but it is unlikely it will be sown due to being waterlogged. Photo: Denis Howard
Life & Style
Why is my hair thinning and how do I make it look fuller?
A healthy scalp won't prevent hair thinning, but an unhealthy one can make it worse. Photo: Shutterstock
Recognising the hard work going on behind the scenes to find fur-ever homes
Dr Anne Quain
Voting is open for the Pet Insurance Australia Companion Animal Rescue Awards, which recognise the critical work of animal shelters, council pounds, foster carers, grass-roots animal rescue organisations and pet adopters. Picture: Shutterstock.
Opinion
Handy augmented reality app making the unreal practical
Mathew Dickerson: Tech Talk
New technology means we can use augmented reality to style our home. Picture: Shutterstock.
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