Wellington Times
Thursday, 11 August
Who will foot the bill on eID tags?
Sheep producers and agents at Dubbo sale on Monday were divided over the mandatory use of eID tags. Photos: Samantha Townsend
Samantha Townsend
Double dose: CSIRO says mice baits should be twice as strong
Jamieson Murphy
Scamwatch: As interest rates rise, people looking to invest in bonds are falling victim to these type of scams
SHODDY INVESTMENT: Losses suffered by Australian victims of imposter bond scams increased by 265 per cent in the first half of the year, compared to the same period last year.
What's on
Slip, slap, swing: charity golf day raising awareness for melanoma
Zaarkacha Marlan
Lionel McGuire (middle) with daughter Carin McGuire, wife Denise McGuire and daughter Sally Everett. Picture: Supplied
Toll trolls scamming hundreds of unsuspecting Australians
Nadine Morton
Man banned from alcohol after choking fiancé and urinating on her
Zaarkacha Marlan
Exclusive
'Big Pat' behind bars after helping deal ice through Dubbo and Wellington
Zaarkacha Marlan
P-plater 'disgusted' in himself after caught driving drunk with passengers
Zaarkacha Marlan
Woman charged with accessory after the fact to 2020 homicide
Wellington's Frank Smith. Picture: NSW Police (Frank Smith's image is published with the permission of his family.)
Zaarkacha Marlan
Woman glassed and attacked with balloon weight at 30th birthday party
Zaarkacha Marlan
The woman was attending a friends 30th birthday at the Cow and Calf in Wellington. Picture: Google Maps
The '9pm routine': police strive to stamp out property crime
Zaarkacha Marlan
Orana Mid-Western police has launched the '9pm routine' crime prevention initiative to help stamp out property crime in the Dubbo region. Picture: File
Diet changes fighting Australia's silent epidemic
Experts say making sustainable lifestyle changes like switching to a low-carbohydrate, high protein, healthy fat diet can help people with type 2 diabetes. Picture: Shutterstock
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
Green remembered as incredible NRL player
Melissa Woods
Paul Green is being remembered as an incredible NRL competitor who never took a backward step. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Watch
From FOMO to NOMOPHOBIA: Why can't we ignore the call?
Nadine Morton
CONNECTED: Is there such a thing as too much connectivity, experts ask. Picture: File

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National
Peter Dutton responds to dagwood dog photos
Leader of the Opposition Peter Dutton enjoys a dagwood dog at the Ekka show on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. Photos: AAP.
Shivé Prema
Health Emergency: Make COVID-19 anti-virals available without prescription
Peter Angelopoulos
Image: Shutterstock
Almost 80,000 Subarus recalled over park brake fault
Kim Chappell
Subaru is recalling 78,617 cars. Photo: AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File
Horror-film moth a killer at navigation
Tracey Ferrier • 42m ago
A study of the death's-head hawkmoth has shed light on the mysteries of long-haul insect migrations. (CHRISTIAN ZIEGLER)
Pitch for COVID-19 saliva test machine
Cassandra Morgan • 1hr ago
A new saliva-based COVID testing machine could provide an alternative to the uncomfortable PCR swab. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
Sport
Efficient Magpies setting hot pace
HOT PIES: Nick Daicos is having a stellar debut season adding to Collingwood's on-field success which could see the Mapgies as a premiership contender. Picture: Getty Images
Howard Kotton
Opinion
Who wants to be greyhound racing's next millionaire?
Wayne Billett, Deputy-Ceo of Greyhound Racing Nsw
The Coonamble Carnival is back in its regular slot of the October long weekend. Photo: Supplied
Sprinters and stayers running for state titles
Good Odds Cash a leading candidate in the National Sprint Championships. Photo: Supplied
More than just GAP ambassadors
Michael Cowley
Ambassadors Harry Garside (left) and Tim Cahill at the opening of the new Greyhounds as Pets facility at Richmond. Photo Chris Pavlich
Kiwi Parker to fight Joyce in eliminator
Joseph Parker (l) hopes to line up a title rematch against Anthony Joshua (r) by beating Joe Joyce. (AP PHOTO)
Heartbeat of Australia
How local news affects your wellbeing
Professor Sora Park
The good, bad, ugly sides of social media
Anita Beaumont
Healthy balance: Rupert Saunders, a psychologist and the national clinical adviser for headspace.
Why Teneille took the treechange leap - and she's part of a growing trend
Nadine Morton
COUNTRY MOVE: Teneille Rennick and her children Elsie, 2, and Harrison, 5, are among the tree changers who moved to Orange. Picture: Jude Keogh
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
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
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Samsung has launched latest foldable technology in Galaxy Unpacked event
The highly anticipated Unpacked events showcase the best in Samsung innovation. Photo: Supplied.
Ash Lieberman
A 10-day floral extravaganza at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
A floral tribute to Frida Kahlo at FEMMES, Edinburgh, UK. Picture: Supplied
Remarkable women in bloom at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
A floral tribute to Elizabeth I at Fleurs de Villes, Covent Garden on display in London. Picture: Supplied
The stunning, natural beauty on New Zealand
Emma Brown
Top to tail: From Auckland on the North Island to Queenstown on the South Island, this rail and road tour has something for everyone.
Aussies chance to cash in on a $588 million lottery jackpot
Growing in popularity since launching in late 2018, The Lottery Office has consistently offered Australians some epic jackpots.
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
Real Australia
Trapped on an island - it's not so bad
The Kangaroo Island SeaLink ferry Sealion 2000 in drydock at the Australian Naval Infrastructure shipyard at Port Adelaide. Picture: Dion Whittle, SeaLink marine maintenance manager
Stan Gorton
Opinion
Dutton paints himself into a petulant corner over jobs summit
John Hanscombe
Fiona Katauskas' view
Opinion
One key tool for teals as varying shades emerge
John Warhurst
Lower house independents - from left: Sophie Scamps, Allegra Spender, Kylea Tink, Zali Stegall and Monique Ryan. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
Stories fromThe Senior
Book review: Backyard Buddies
Illustrator Andy Geppert
Therese Murray
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.
Watch those hovercraft fly, spin and thrill
John Piggott
HOVERNAUTS ARE GO: Competitors line up for a sprint event at Lake Bonney in 2019.
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Stories fromThe Land
Eaglehawk Angus sale is "beyond expectations"
Ian Vivers, Eaglehawk Angus, Glen Innes with Mick Kelsall, Marengo Pastoral Company, Hernani, with the two bulls bought for $50,000 and $40,000 at the sale.
Simon Chamberlain
Mixed bag for truffle growers
Alexandra Bernard
Wayne Haslam, Blue Frog Truffle, Sutton, has had his worst season yet with the weather conditions affecting yields.
Confidence returns to Grafton store cattle sale
Jamie Brown
Kevin Flak, Casino Livestock Enterprises, bought light steers for the Tablelands at Grafton on Thursday where prices were well up on last month, in line with the likes of Kempsey and of course Dubbo.
Life & Style
Pub classics keep diners coming back
The tender sirloin with pepper sauce and mash and (left) the radicchio and rocket salad with sherry vinaigrette
Ian Moore
Opinion
The companies improving travel with levitating trains in tubes
Mathew Dickerson: Tech Talk
The Virgin Hyperloop One prototype at Dubai Motor Show in 2019. Picture: Shutterstock.
Interest rates continue to rise, but how high will they go?
Noel Whittaker
There are two very different viewpoints as to what the future may look like regarding interest rates. Picture: Shutterstock.
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