News for 2008

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! (24-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Another year almost gone and Bingara looks a picture.  With welcome rains bringing relief to all, the town has rarely looked better.  The grass is green and the Gwydir is as high as people's spirits.

New Principal looking forward to start of term (24-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Mark Vale will start as the Principal of Bingara Central School at the beginning of 2009. Mr. Vale, formerly of Ashford Central School, attended both the Infants presentations and Presentation night.

GLR ready to seek $3 million Federal funding (24-Dec-08) [Read more...]
The GLR secondary schools of Bingara Central and Warialda High are seeking approval to apply for Federal Government funding to develop a trade training centre within the learning region.

An Evening Forum planned for GWYDIR “DISCOVERY” PROJECT. (23-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Following on from two enthusiastic meetings between members of the Bingara and District VISION 20/20 Executive, and the regional National Parks and Wildlife Service, and with support from Gwydir Shire Council, an exciting Forum is to be held at the Roxy Theatre in Bingara, on the evening of Thursday, February 19, 2009.

Farewell to BCC Co-ordinator after 19 years service (23-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Robyn Gasson recently retired from the Coordinator’s position after a distinguished 19 years dedicated to providing learning opportunities to the Bingara Community. Colleagues, ex students and friends gathered together last week for the combined Bingara Community College Christmas Party and Farewell to Robyn.

Introducing the Class of 2008 (18-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Last Thursday was a night of nights for Bingara Central School's Year 10 as they donned their glad rags and headed to the Bingara RSL with their teachers and parents for their formal. 

Now that's what I call a "Mobile" home (18-Dec-08) [Read more...]
The main street in Bingara came to a halt recently as a part of Bingara’s history was moved from the hospital grounds to Cunningham Street.

Bingara SES Member presented with National award (18-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Saturday, November 29 was a night of nights for the Bingara SES members.

Short list for Council projects (15-Dec-08) [Read more...]
The Community Services and Planning Committee has come up with a short list of projects which it has recommended council adopt to spend the $352,000 granted by the Rudd Government to fund infrastructure development for local government.

Camping should continue on the banks of the beautiful Gwydir (15-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Some camping will be permitted on the banks of the Gwydir River close to town, if the recommendations of the Community Services and Planning Committee are accepted by Council.

Celebrating Christmas (11-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Children took special place at the Bingara Christmas Carnival in Maitland Street last Friday night.

Actors discover Bingara’s beautiful scenery (11-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Golden Globe Winner Paul Hogan and AFI Award winning actor Shane Jacobson did not escape Bingara without being photographed at Bingara’s iconic Roxy Theatre, where they spent the day filming for a new Australian movie, Charlie and Boots.

Bingara locals make up the number on film set (8-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Actors Paul Hogan and Shane Jacobson, accompanied by a large film crew, were in Bingara on Monday to film a scene for a new Australian movie, Charlie and Boots.

Gwydir Council flooded with grant suggestions (8-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Council is receiving plenty of suggestions from ratepayers as to how they wish to see the $352,000 grant from the Federal Government spent, General Manager, Max Eastcott commented at the monthly meeting held recently in Warialda.

Funding on track for Bingara water treatment plant (8-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Bingara will have its new water treatment plant in operation by March 2010, according to Member for Northern Tablelands, Richard Torbay.

Bingara SES volunteers return from Brisbane storms (8-Dec-08) [Read more...]
New South Wales (NSW) State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers and staff from across the North West Region have returned home after being deployed to assist with the Brisbane storm response operation. NSW SES volunteers supported Emergency Management Queensland (EMQ) with the recovery effort.

Gwydir receives $352,000 for infrasctructure (2-Dec-08) [Read more...]
The Rudd Labor Government has announced a $300 million program to build local community infrastructure in all of Australia’s 565 local council areas, and Gwydir Shire will receive $352,000 of this.

Christmas Carnival makes a welcome return to Bingara (2-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Santa has been booked, and the wheels are in motion for the Bingara Christmas Carnival.  The Carnival will be held a little earlier than previous years, on Friday December 5, starting at 6.00 pm.

Taking a steer by the horns (2-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Rodeo enthusiasts were treated to a display of some of Australia’s best steer wrestlers take on New Zealand’s top cowboys at the BK Oliver Hardware sponsored Bingara Steer Wrestling Classic at the Bingara Showground recently.

Bingara's Happy campers pose policy problem for Council (2-Dec-08) [Read more...]
Council will consider the matter of motor homes and caravans camping along the northern side of the Gwydir River at Bingara at its monthly meeting on Thursday.

Stakeholders approve Myall Creek Community Cultural and Education Centre proposal (20-Nov-08) [Read more...]
Planning for a Community Cultural and Education Centre at Myall Creek will proceed after approval was given at a public meeting held there last Saturday. The proposed centre, which will complement the national memorial that recalls the murder of Aboriginal men, women and children at Myall Creek by stockmen in 1838, will be adjacent to the memorial land.

EC decision ‘big relief’ for local farmers (20-Nov-08) [Read more...]
The announcement that Exceptional Circumstances (EC) funding will be reallocated to the previously expired Central North-North West EC-declared area has been welcomed by politicians and local farmers.

'A Gwydir Snapshot' (20-Nov-08) [Read more...]
The "Gwydir Snapshot' is a summary of the achievements of the first term of the Gwydir Shire Council 2004 to 2008.  It celebrates the achievements of Council, its Councillors and its Staff.

Bingara embraces Relay for Life (20-Nov-08) [Read more...]
Rain on the day of Bingara's Relay for Life did nothing to dampen the enthusiasm of the 250 people who took part.  Twenty teams, including 24 cancer survivors took part in the event at Gwydir Oval.  Preliminary estimate of money raised is about $10,000, which will go to Cancer Research.

Energy Forum wins more accolades for Bingara (11-Nov-08) [Read more...]
The Tidy Towns’ Awards, announced last Saturday at Dorrigo, added another feather in Gwydir’s cap.

Snakes alive! – be prepared this summer (1-Nov-08) [Read more...]
The Ambulance Service of NSW would like to remind everyone of the need to keep an eye out for snakes this summer.

Rally success for hosts and visitors (1-Nov-08) [Read more...]
With the 23rd CMCA National Rally at Bingara behind us it is time to thank all those who played a part in making it the great success that it was. 

Breast cancer foundation benefits from Pink Ribbon Breakfast (31-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Staff from Bingara Community Health Centre have hailed this year’s Pink Ribbon Breakfast a success, with all proceeds from the morning going directly to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Glamour at the Roxy (31-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Last Saturday evening saw the holding of the Bingara Showgirl Ball. It was an opportunity for the ball goers to meet the showgirl entrants.

Warialda website up and running (31-Oct-08) [Read more...]
The launch of the Warialda website, www.warialdansw.com.au  means that both towns in the Gwydir Shire now have an international presence.

Girls’ night out fundraiser (24-Oct-08) [Read more...]
It will be a Friday night and the lights will be low – if you are looking out for a place to go on October 31, then look no further than the Girls’ Night Out fundraiser being planned by Bingara Multi Purpose Service.

Men put themselves over “the pits” (24-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Dozens of men booked themselves in for a ‘mechanical overhaul’ in Bingara last week, as part of Hunter New England Health’s Pit Stop program. Pit Stop is a free health check-up, which likens parts of the male anatomy to an engine.

Visitors fall in love with Bingara (23-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Many of the over 1,700 people who have called the Bingara Showground home for the past week have moved to the banks of the Gwydir river to extend their stay in Bingara.

Breakfast for breast cancer at Bingara (23-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Pink Ribbon Breakfasts are a fun, early morning get-together of friends, family or workmates to celebrate the achievements of breast cancer research and raise funds for further research.

More Bingara Showgirl contestants (23-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Introducing another 2 contestants in the Bingara Showgirl Competition.

New friends (23-Oct-08) [Read more...]
I would like to thank publicly the initiators, the planners, the workers, and the friendly citizens from the Bingara community and from across Gwydir Shire, for their efforts in making the CMCA 23rd Rally such a success story. To David and Lynn Rose and daughter Rebecca go my special congratulations for their vision and their persistence in this endeavour.

Bingara welcomes motorhome rally (17-Oct-08) [Read more...]
This week, Bingara township’s population, usually between 1300 and 1400, is about 3500.

CMCA Rally volunteers let loose in town! (17-Oct-08) [Read more...]
CMCA volunteers were thanked for their assistance last Friday evening at a function held at the Roxy Theatre. It was standing room only.

ENRAC looking at local conditions (17-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Officers from the Environmental and Natural Resources Advisory Committee (ENRAC) will be coming through Warialda and Bingara districts tomorrow (Wednesday) following the government’s decision to reconsider this area’s removal from Exceptional Circumstances funding.

Introducing 3 of Bingara's Showgirl contestants (17-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Five young local women have entered the competition for Bingara ShowGirl 2008.  We'd like to intoroduce you to 3 of them this week and we'll introduce the 2 others next week.

Bingara Pony Club members receive Keith Lowe Award (16-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Dean Brown and Beth Ozols were awarded the Pony Club Associate Award (Keith Lowe Award) recently at the Zone 8 Jamboree in Moree.

Happy birthday NAB (16-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Bingara resident, Nan McDouall was delighted to be invited to cut the cake tocelebrate the 150th anniversary of the national Australia Bank.

Bingara Showground becomes Motorhome Central (11-Oct-08) [Read more...]
By next Tuesday, Bingara Showground will be transformed into a village of over 1500 people.  Organiser of the 2008 Campervan and Motorhome Club rally, David Fricke, said that 57 volunteers’ vehicles had arrived on Monday.  By Friday, 240 volunteers will have arrived at the site.

Garden Club shows off local gardens to Motorhome visitors (11-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Bingara Garden Club members will welcome all members of the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia to town by hosting a garden tour next Tuesday, October 14.

From the Mayor’s desk (11-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Greeting to the residents of the Gwydir Shire.  The Council elections are over and the public have decided their new council for the next four years.  Congratulations to the Councillors who have been elected to this important position.

The 2008 Olympic Games come to Bingara Central School (10-Oct-08) [Read more...]
A great international sporting event was held at Bingara Central School prior to the school holidays.

Bush fire danger period commences from October (10-Oct-08) [Read more...]
NSW Rural Fire Service Namoi/Gwydir Team has declared the start to the statutory Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP).

Farmers outraged at EC funding decision (10-Oct-08) [Read more...]
In the Northern Slopes Rural Protection Board area, 24 of the last 48 months, have been in drought, 18 months were declared marginal, and only six months have been drought free, according to NSW Farmers Barraba District Council Chairman, Don Mack.

New Mayor and deputy for Gwydir Shire (4-Oct-08) [Read more...]
Gwydir Shire has a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor, following Mayoral elections held at a special Council meeting last Thursday.

Students, business and employees recognised (29-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Bingara resident, Jessica Heal, a student at Warialda High School, added to her already impressive list of achievements on Friday night when she was awarded the title of Gwydir Vocational Student of the Year.

John Lennon leads all-time Bingara (29-Sep-08) [Read more...]
A great gathering of Bingara rugby league players from the 1940’s right through to current members of the Bingara Bullets celebrated more than 60 years history of the game in Bingara recently.

Students shine at stellar regional festival (29-Sep-08) [Read more...]
The North West Film Festival well and truly confirmed its place as one of the region’s most significant cultural events.

Bingara Relay for Life registrations now open: Register for the ‘time of your life’ (25-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Have you registered for the Relay for Life?

Museum’s 1927 Whippet on the road again (25-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Fond memories of family outings in his father’s Whippet car led Alfie Ellevesen, a former mechanic who has now made Bingara his home, to volunteer to get the 1927 Whippet in the Bingara Historical Society Museum into running order.

Family and friends attend Senator’s maiden speech (25-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Nationals leader Warren Truss and Senate leader Nigel Scullion joined with people from Jamestown, SA and from all around New South Wales to celebrate Senator John Williams’ first speech inParliament recently.

Final call for unsung heros nominations (25-Sep-08) [Read more...]
IGA is putting out a final call for more nominations from New South Wales for its inaugural Community Chest Unsung Hero Awards.

Highly commended young dancers (25-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Two groups of Bingara children that dance under Rolande Hooklyn from “Sapphire City Dance Academy”, Inverell competed in an eisteddfod recently. 

Same bank, same address, different building (25-Sep-08) [Read more...]
This photo shows the Bingara branch of the Commercial Banking Company of Sydney in 1884, 10 years after it opened for business. Over 90 years later, in 1981, the bank merged with the National Bank of Australasia to form the bank we know as NAB.

On Course with Bingara Community College (25-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Adult Learners Week was celebrated recently. It is an international celebration of Life Long Learning. Bingara Community College was very pleased to acknowledge outstanding dedication and performance from our students and tutors.

More project applications Needed for Halls Creek (25-Sep-08) [Read more...]
The Border Rivers Gwydir CMA in association with The Upper Gwydir Landcare Association, is encouraging more Landholders along Halls Creek to participate in the Halls Creek Repair and Remediation Program.

Strong nominations for Community Business Awards (18-Sep-08) [Read more...]
A pleasing number of nominations have been received for the 2008 Gwydir Community Awards.

New Anglican Vicar welcomed to Bingara (18-Sep-08) [Read more...]
The St. John’s Anglican congregation were joined by representatives of other Bingara Churches at the Commissioning Service for the Rev. Brian Darbyshire to the Parish of Bingara on Monday night.

Candidates keen to put their point of view (8-Sep-08) [Read more...]
All of the 20 candidates running for the Gwydir Shire Council elections attended the Meet the Candidates hosted by the Bingara Advocate recently.

Stakeholders discuss plans for Bingara’s ‘Living Classroom’ (8-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Over 50 people assembled at the community stakeholders meeting in the Roxy recently to help develop the framework for the feasibility study brief the Gwydir Shire is commissioning. This study is to consider the feasibility of the multi-facetted "Living Classroom" project. The Living Classroom includes the Primary Industries and Building Education Centre and has the potential to be a major part of improved flood mitigation in the flood prone parts of the south and south west areas of Bingara township.

Festival secures Nash Edgerton and ‘The Square’ (7-Sep-08) [Read more...]
There is no doubt that Nash Edgerton is the hottest thing in the Australian film industry right now. His debut feature film ‘The Square’ was released nationally three weeks ago to rave reviews and now Nash and ‘The Square’ are heading to Bingara.

Family bible used at Senator’s swearing in (7-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Inverell-based Nationals Senator for NSW John Williams has been sworn  in to the Senate in Canberra.   Senator Williams chose to take the oath on a bible which has been in his family’s possession  for over 150 years.

Motocross rider placed third (7-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Bingara motocross rider, Jesse Rogers secured third place in the last round of the 2008 Northern NSW dirt action Amcross series held at Inverell on Sunday.

Heavy Bookings for Bullets' Reunion (4-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Planning is well underway for the Bingara Rugby League Football Club’s September Reunion and Legend’s night. In addition to the invitations to past players, the Club has extended invitations to a number of people that have contributed long hours of dedication.

Promoting the benefits of country living (4-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Sydney people who say they can’t let their children play in thefront garden were among many who enquired about moving to the Gwydir Shire during Country Week.

Killarney Gap Road work progressing (2-Sep-08) [Read more...]
Work is continuing at a great rate on Killarney Gap Rd, with two box cells in place where sharp dips were in the road, about 45 kilometres from Bingara.

Regenerative energy in the Gwydir Shire (2-Sep-08) [Read more...]
The “Regenerative Energy for Rural Communities” forum, held in July 2008, which was hosted by Gwydir Shire Council and Bingara & District Vision 20/20 was a great success, according to all the participants.

Meet the Candidates in Bingara (25-Aug-08) [Read more...]
The Bingara Advocate will host a ‘Meet the Candidates’ evening at the Roxy Theatre on Thursday, August 28, to give the residents of the Bingara area the opportunity to listen to and talk with candidates at the forthcoming Council elections.

Twenty candidates in Gwydir Council election (25-Aug-08) [Read more...]
A total of 20 candidates have nominated for the local government elections in Gwydir Shire on September 13.

Council to develop policy on urban and industrial development (25-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Gwydir Shire Council needs to develop a policy for urban and industrial development, it was decided at the last meeting, held on July 31, in Warialda. Until now, development applications have been considered on a case by case basis. However, it has become apparent that this is not desirable, due to the need for consistency and to appear fair to all concerned.

New President for Vision 20/20 (25-Aug-08) [Read more...]
A meeting is to be held on August 27 to talk about Vision 20/20’s “The Living Classroom” project (formerly known as the “Bingara Farm Gardens”). The meeting, which is being organised by Gwydir Shire Council, will provide the opportunity for community groups and other interested people to comment on the proposed project.

Changing landscape at Touriandi Lodge (25-Aug-08) [Read more...]
With the extensive foundation work completed at Touriandi, the framework for the new section of the building is now being erected. Commenting on the progress of the much needed facility, Board President, Kevin Hansen said “The Touriandi Board has worked hard on this project and we are beginning to see something tangible for our labours. The building is progressing well at present. We anticipate that it will be finished on time,” he said.

Givin' back ... again (25-Aug-08) [Read more...]
On a night in early April this year, a magical event happened at The Roxy. The event was called “The Givin’ Back Concert,” organized by fifteen year old Steve Williams to raise money for Touriandi Aged Care Hostel.

Senator’s Inverell office opened (19-Aug-08) [Read more...]
More than 130 people, including a strong contingent from Bingara, attended the opening of the Inverell electorate office of Nationals Senator for NSW John Williams recently.

Fraser blooms at Thomson Cup (19-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Resplendent in red, Fraser were the winning team both in marching and in sporting events at theThomson Cup recently.

Bingara Multi-Purpose Service opens its doors (19-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Staff and patients are delighted with their move to the new Bingara Multi Purpose Service.  In a well coordinated operation, staff and volunteers moved patients, residents and equipment into the new building.  Nursing and domestic staff described the new facility as “fantastic”, “beautiful”, and “magnificent”.“It makes coming to work an ab-solute pleasure,” one staff member said.

Gwydir Council bits and pieces (19-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Provision for fluoridation of Bingara’s water supply will be made in the design specifications currently being drawn up for the new water treatment plant. This was decided on the motion of Councillors Wearne and Egan at the last Council meeting.

Vision 2020 AGM & dinner reminder! (13-Aug-08) [Read more...]
The Annual General Meeting of Bingara and District Vision 20/20 will be held at The Roxy Theatre, Bingara at 6:30pm this Friday August 15, 2008.

Great fun at Orange festival (8-Aug-08) [Read more...]
The Bingara Orange Festival was described by Tamworth identity, Bill Gleeson, as "the best and most sensible".  Mr. Gleeson, former media personality and arts guru, officially opened the festival.  "Every town in Australia should have a time like this," he told the large crowd present for the opening.

Communities must regenerate (8-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Since its establishment in 2005 Bingara and District Vision 20/20 has facilitated numerous projects and events in Bingara. These include the adoption of the theme REGENERATION, the creation of the community Vision document, establishment of the Bingara website – www.bingara.com.au, promotion of the Narrabri-Bingara road as a tourist route, the popular ‘Shoot the Shire’ photographic competition, the Riverscape Project - which is about to become a reality - and a highly successful Regenerative Energy Conference in July.

Ladies shape their futures together (8-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Thirteen ladies from the Bingara, Barraba and Narrabri area participated in a 2 day SOFT (Shaping Our Futures Together) course, held in Bingara last week.

On Course with Bingara Community College (8-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Bingara Community College wants to offer more courses that Bingara people would like to do. We want to make sure the program we offer is one that Bingara wants and needs.

Bingara shows what can be achieved when the community pulls together (5-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Garry McDouall, President of Vision 2020, said that after the Regenerative Energy for Rural Communities Conference held this month, he was speaking with one of the presenters who said that he goes to conferences all over the world.  He said, he can pay $2-3000 to attend, but rarely does he come across a conference as professionally put together as the one held in Bingara.

Local involvement in DVD production (4-Aug-08) [Read more...]
When two health professionals decided to make a video to use in the education of people working with people who experience pain, they called the North West Theatre Company for some actors.

Bingara old wares Sale (4-Aug-08) [Read more...]
On Saturday August 9, an auction sale on the site of the old Bingara hospital will take place at 10am. The sale will include items from the hospital that are no longer needed.

Volunteers Needed! (4-Aug-08) [Read more...]
The Bingara MPS has put out the call for those interested in volunteering their time at the hospital.

Staff delighted with new equipment purchases (4-Aug-08) [Read more...]
A proportion of the NSW Government funding for the Bingara Multi Purpose Service (MPS) is allocated to purchasing new equipment. Manual Handling Co-ordinator Tricia Porter has been working extremely hard to ensure that all equipment purchased will ensure safety for both the staff and patients.

Bingara’s new Multi Purpose Service meets high standards (4-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Close consultation between Hunter New England Health, the NSW Department of Commerce and the construction company Hansen and Yunken will ensure that the Bingara Multi Purpose Service (MPS) is of a high standard and meets the needs of the local community. Representatives from each of these organisations have meet formally on a monthly basis since the construction process started to discuss issues related to the building project.

Coulton to visit Cambodia to oversee election (4-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton recently went to Cambodia as part of a Parliamentary delegation that will scrutinise the South-east Asian nation’s general election.

Conference embraces regenerative energy (3-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Over 90 people from around the region recently attended a Regenerative Energy for rural Communities conference at the Roxy Theatre.  The conference, a joint initiative of the Bingara and District Vision 20/20 and Gwydir Shire Council, explored a range of energy sources.

Energy Forum (3-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Please allow me, to thank all of those who assisted with and who attended the Regenerative Energy for Rural Communities Conference at the Roxy Theatre, Bingara recently. Over ninety people participated and the presentations were uniformly excellent.

From Little Things Big Things Grow – DVD launch (3-Aug-08) [Read more...]
The concept of ‘networking’ across public and private health care services is showing definite advantages in the Gwydir Shire, particularly with the recent development of a DVD aimed to support health care staff in the region who work with patients living with chronic pain.

Communities must address energy challenges (3-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Communities must work together to address challenges facing rural communities, especially with respect to energy use, Gwydir Shire Council General Manager, Max Eastcott told the Regenerative Energy forum recently. 

Community health increasing community wealth (3-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Bingara Community Health staff had a planning day on Thursday July 3, 2008 to start planning ways of increasing health promotion activities around Bingara.

Free PIC for your property (3-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Rural Lands Protection Boards (RLPBs) are encouraging hobby and other small area farmers to apply for a Property Identification Code (PIC) which for a limited time can be obtained free of charge.

Blues by the Riverbank is back! (3-Aug-08) [Read more...]
Blues by the Riverbank is back.  The popular family event is to be held on Sunday September 21 from 12 noon. 

NEW ENGLAND AND NORTH WEST TRAINING AWARDS: Bingara students among the best (29-Jul-08) [Read more...]
The Gwydir Learning Region, and Bingara in particular, has lived up to its growing reputation of life long learning with two students taking out first places at the New England and North West Training Awards.

Warialda approves of Vision 2020 (29-Jul-08) [Read more...]
The Warialda Strategy Plan drawn up by John Mongard was delivered to the community recently. The plan aims to provide vision and direction for Warialda for both the long and short term. More than forty people attended the meeting to hear Mr Mongard deliver his report. According to Councillor Catherine Egan, the report was enthusiastically received by those present.

Cancer Council Local Grants on Offer (29-Jul-08) [Read more...]
Small grants are now available from Cancer Council to fund North West based cancer control projects.

Local women benefit from women's health day (23-Jul-08) [Read more...]
The “Learn the facts… not the gossip” women’s health day, held last Thursday and hosted by the Double B Beef group, provided a wealth of information for the 50 mature aged women who attended.

Country Girls take out top awards in National Worldskills competition (23-Jul-08) [Read more...]
Jess Heal has done it again!  She has just been voted the 2nd best school based business services student in the country, missing first place by only 2 points.  Jess was selected by Warialda High to compete at Worldskills in Business Services because of her outstanding achievements in the subject.

Vision 2020 delivers 'www.bingara.com.au' into the hands of Council (22-Jul-08) [Read more...]
Bingara’s website, set up by Vision 2020 has been taken over by the Gwydir Shire Council, reported Don Capel at the Vision 2020 meeting held recently, their work is done. The website manager, Georgina Sinclair will now be working part-time for council.

Energy forum generates praise and hope for the future (22-Jul-08) [Read more...]
I would like to thank all of those who assisted with and who attended the Regenerative Energy for Rural Communities Conference at the Roxy Theatre, Bingara last week. Over ninety people participated and the presentations were uniformly excellent.

Children urged to celebrate tradition, heritage and freedom (22-Jul-08) [Read more...]
Bingara children were urged by the Gwydir Shire Mayor, Peter Caskey, to respect and guard the orange trees in Finch Street.

When Maddison 'Blows her own trumpet" you can't help but stop and listen! (22-Jul-08) [Read more...]
Bingara Central School student Maddison Eastcott-Layton has been selected in the Junior State Schools Wind Orchestra for 2008. This is the third year in a row that Maddison has received this honour.

New England TAFE show interest in Bingara Farm Gardens project (22-Jul-08) [Read more...]
A contribution of $7000 by New England TAFE to the feasibility study into the Bingara Farm Gardens project is looking "extremely likely", reported General Manager, Max Eastcott at a recent Vision 2020 meeting. Mr Eastcott said he had indications from other Government departments that additional funding of up to $25,000 may be available to assist with the study.

When 'Blowing your own trumpet' is thoroughly justified! (22-Jul-08) [Read more...]
The Hunter Central Coast Regional Wind Ensemble, in which Sam Kennedy plays trumpet, was recently judged second on world stage, at the Summa Cum Laude International Music Festival at Vienna. The band was beaten by Singapore by only half a point.

Opportunity for residents to become involved in Motorhome Rally (22-Jul-08) [Read more...]
We are planning a unique program that will have motorhomes staying on blocks of land in and around Bingara prior to the 2008 rally.

Massive September for the Bullets (22-Jul-08) [Read more...]
Planning is well underway for the Bingara Rugby League Reunion and 2008 Presentation Nights on 19th, 20th, 21st September. The weekend will begin at the Bingara Sporting Club with a combined Reunion and naming of Bingara’s football Legends since the 1930.s/1940’s.

5th Westpac Helicopter Ball set to dazzle at the Roxy (7-Jul-08) [Read more...]
The Westpac Helicopter Ball is always a great night as it is another excuse to drag out the glad rags and trip the night fantastic at The Roxy!

Rural nursing: a career that challenges and rewards young and old (7-Jul-08) [Read more...]
Bingara Community Hospital Manager Sue Mack said it takes a special kind of person to fill the shoes of a rural and remote nurse; someone who isn’t afraid to become skilled enough to confidently and professionally cope with challenges across all areas of health care.

Council adopts draft management plan (7-Jul-08) [Read more...]
Gwydir Shire Council’s draft Management Plan for the period 2008 -2009 to 2010 -2011 was adopted at its meeting, held last Thursday in Bingara. The motion to adopt the plan was narrowly carried, Councillors Tremain, Rose and Gordon voting against the motion due to the inclusion of $10,000 from rates allocated towards a feasibility study on the Bingara Farm Gardens concept. (The State Government has promised $10,000 for the study as well.)

SOFT Course rescheduled! (7-Jul-08) [Read more...]
The Shaping Our Futures Together together (SOFT) course which was should have occurred last week has been rescheduled to Tuesday and Wednesday, July 29 and 30.

Energy Forum set to Regenerate Rural Australia (7-Jul-08) [Read more...]
The Regenerative Energy for Rural Communities Forum to be held in Bingara, NSW on July 17 and 18, has stimulated much interest in Future Energy and the prospects for rural communities.

Facts, not gossip for local women (30-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Double B Beef is organising another day for women which revolves around “learning the facts, not the gossip” relating to women’s health.

Your invitation to visit the Cancer Council Outreach service (30-Jun-08) [Read more...]
The Cancer Council Outreach Service is coming to Moree, Bingara, Warialda and Inverell, and will be delivering cancer information and support.

Bingara Motorhome rally taking shape (29-Jun-08) [Read more...]
David and Lyn Fricke, chief organisers of the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia rally, are back in Bingara to make the final arrangements for the October rally at the Bingara Showgrounds.  Also in Bingara is the Rally treasurer, Kevin Boyd.

It seems we now have two, four letter “F” words to worry about... Food and Fuel (29-Jun-08) [Read more...]
The rising price of oil is just one part of the expected, ongoing increase in energy costs. Expect to see electricity, also rise in price, by more than double the official inflation rate this year.

Orange Festival plans gather momentum (28-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Calling all float builders As this year’s Orange Festival draws closer, organisers have renewed their call for various community organisations and individuals to consider entering a float in the parade.

Bingara Lions thirty years on (28-Jun-08) [Read more...]
The Bingara Lions Club was chartered in 1978 sponsored by the Lions Club of Barraba. The membership at charter stood at 34, the present membership is only 16. Seven of the original charter members are still in the club.

Mayor encourages entries in 2008 NSW Volunteer of the Year Award (28-Jun-08) [Read more...]
The Mayor of Gwydir Shire, Peter Caskey, has urged all local not-for-profit organisations to nominate their most dedicated workers for the 2008 NSW Volunteer of the Year Award.

Double B Beef explores ways for producers to minimise risk (28-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Double B Beef held another very successful Risk Management Day last Tuesday at the Bingara Returned Servicemen’s Club.

“Aurora” Project leader to present at Energy Forum (26-Jun-08) [Read more...]
David Fewchuk will be a special guest presenter and dinner speaker at the Regenerative Energy for Rural Communities Forum to be held in Bingara on July 17 and 18. David has had a lifetime career in the automotive industry having worked 28 years with the Ford Motor Company.

First Murray-Darling Basin Report presents a Desperate Picture (26-Jun-08) [Read more...]
The Sustainable Rivers Audit (SRA) is an initiative of the Murray-Darling Basin Commission, supported by the governments of the five Basin states and territory and the Australian Government.

Bingara Orange Festival Program nearing fruition (19-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Music! Music! Music! is the theme of this year's Bingara Orange Festival which promises to surpass the success of previous years.  The program is in its final stage of  preparation.

VISION 20/20 Ready to Regenerate in Bingara (19-Jun-08) [Read more...]
As if taking a cue from Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, Bingara and District VISION 20/20 will conduct a regional forum on energy options for rural communities in July. It will be called the Regenerated Energy for Rural Communities Forum.

Funding received for new SES vehicle (16-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Mr Steve Basham, State Emergency Services Deputy Region Controller, presented Gwydir Shire Council with a cheque for $13,750 during the last Council meeting, held at Warialda.

Photographers continue to keep their ‘Eye on the Gwydir’ (16-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Entries have now closed for the Fitness, Outdoor, Team Sports Section of the Eye on Gwydir photography competition which is a joint initiative of Gwydir Shire Council, Bingara & District VISION 20/20, Warialda Chamber of Commerce and Warialda Works. Here are some great entries.

Plan for local caterers at Orange Festival (16-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Local organisations and individuals are invited to each produce ‘one brilliant dish’ to sell in a proposed ‘food court’ during this year’s Bingara Orange Festival.

Myall Creek massacre site on National Heritage List (14-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Heritage Minister Peter Garrett, has announced the inclusion of the Myall Creek massacre site on the National Heritage List.  Minister Garrett made the announcement while attending a memorial service for the 170th anniversary of the massacre.

State Minister moved by Myall Creek remembrance (14-Jun-08) [Read more...]
NSW Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Paul Lynch, found the Myall Creek memorial ceremony "very humbling."  "It is a tragic chapter of Australia’s history," Mr. Lynch said.

Community gives thanks for 35 years of service (14-Jun-08) [Read more...]
About 100 people gathered at the Roxy Theatre on Thursday afternoon to celebrate the contribution of Reverend Kevin and Mrs. Robin Hansen to the Bingara community.

Bingara and District Study – Have Your Say (11-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Gwydir Shire Council has engaged the services of Landscape Architect, John Mongard and his team, to prepare a planning report strategy for the Bingara area.

Bingara Lions donate to Cancer Group (10-Jun-08) [Read more...]
The members of the Bingara Lion’s Club were delighted with the larger than usual attendance at their recent dinner meeting.

Coulton highlights Gwydir Learning Region in Budget reply speech (10-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton has used his speech in reply to the Budget to once again put the Gwydir Learning Region on the Federal Government’s radar.

SOFT course coming to Bingara in June (8-Jun-08) [Read more...]
The self development course for women called Shaping Our Futures Together (SOFT), run by the Rural Women’s Network, is being held in Bingara in June.

Impressive line up of speakers for Double B Beef's Annual Risk Management Forum (4-Jun-08) [Read more...]
World renowned grazing consultant, Terry McCosker from Resource Consulting Services is one of the guest speakers at Double B Beef’s Risk Management Day, to be held in Bingara on June 17. Terry will be talking about making the most of rainfall, whenever and however it falls.

Toastmasters keep on talking (2-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Early May 2008 saw Surfers’ Paradise as the venue for the District 69 Convention of Toastmasters, when 245 members from Alice Springs, Cairns to Roma, Grafton, Bingara and all points in between gathered for a very stimulating and entertaining talkfest.

Fiona hangs up her showgirl’s tiara (2-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Bingara Showgirl, Fiona Ozols ended her reign with a speech at the opening of the Bingara show.

Palliative Care Week – a time to take stock (2-Jun-08) [Read more...]
Project Officer for the Gwydir Shire Palliative Partnerships Project, Angela Stones joined with other staff from Hunter New England Health Service in celebrating National Palliative Care Week 2008 from May 25 to 31.

New Anglican Vicar for Bingara (2-Jun-08) [Read more...]
The Rev. Brian Darbyshire, currently the Rector of Douglas on the Isle of Man, has accepted the invitation from the Bishop of Armidale to become the next Vicar of Bingara Anglican Parish.

International Day of Families celebration at the Roxy (29-May-08) [Read more...]
Each year National Families Week celebrates and highlights the critical role of families in Australian society and coincides with the United Nations International Day of Families on May 15.

Vision 20/20 on display (29-May-08) [Read more...]
Bingara and District Vision 20/20 Members enjoyed a beautiful sunny day at the Bingara Show on Saturday chatting about alternative energy particularly solar energy; the Riverscape project; concept plans for Bingara Gardens and Eye on Gwydir Photography Competition.

Utes were beaut at Bingara Show (29-May-08) [Read more...]
Local man, Stuart Lanagan took out top honours in the 2008 Beaut Ute competition at the Show, winning the Supreme Ute on the Ground.

Pet show attracts good field of entrants (29-May-08) [Read more...]
The Bingara Pet Show, held at the Bingara Show drew a good field of entrants and a crowd of interested spectators to watch the judging. In a dog eat dog world, it was great to witness the tremendous sportsmanship of all entrants, both two and four legged.

Bingara Show a huge success (29-May-08) [Read more...]
This year's Bingara Show was considered a huge success by all who attended, despite the inclement weather conditions which intermittently reared its ugly head.  Rain just prior to the Show settled the dust nicely.

Opportunity for local youth to attend Myall Creek Massacre memorial service (28-May-08) [Read more...]
Independent Member for Tamworth, Peter Draper, recently announced a $1,000 grant from the NSW Government for a project to assist approximately 60 Aboriginal youth.  “Tamworth youth have been granted transport assistance to attend the June 7 Myall Creek Massacre Memorial Service,” he said. 

Fred Chaney to speak at Myall Creek memorial service (28-May-08) [Read more...]
The Hon Fred Chaney AO will be guest speaker at the 2008 annual memorial service for those who died in the 1838 Myall Creek massacre.

Local Practice receives top accreditation honour (28-May-08) [Read more...]
Bingara received a further health boost today when Bingara Medical Centre received the award of accreditation, demonstrating the quality and safety of their practice.  The Practice received the top honour from Australia’s most respected accreditation body, Australian General Practice Accreditation Limited (AGPAL).

Gas pipeline. Is there a better way? (28-May-08) [Read more...]
The front page report that appeared in the Northern Daily Leader on May 28, “Gas plans in pipeline” makes for challenging reading. The proposal, to pump coal seam gas from south central Queensland, to Newcastle, to burn and generate electricity, is amazing, in its expense, $1M per kilometre, its focus, on fossil fuels, and its location, the Hunter Valley where our base load coal burning power stations are currently located.

Bingara All Schools Carnival presents a worrying trend. (28-May-08) [Read more...]
For many decades, the town of Bingara has hosted an All Schools Sports Carnival on a Saturday in May. The attending schools, large and small, come from all over the area to compete in three sports, Rugby League, Netball and Soccer.

Leading Futurist to Speak at Energy Forum (26-May-08) [Read more...]
Bingara and District VISION 20/20 is delighted to have secured the presence of Professor Stuart White to speak at the Regenerative Energy for Rural Communities Forum on July 17 and 18.

Jess Heal heads to the National Worldskill Championships (20-May-08) [Read more...]
Jessica Heal recently competed in the State Worldskill Championships at Crows Nest in Sydney and secured herself a place in the Nationals.

Nurses farewell the verandah (19-May-08) [Read more...]
About 30 former and present nurses gathered on the verandah of Bingara Community Hospital last Monday morning to celebrate International Nurses’ Day.

REGENERATION ENERGY OPTIONS AT BINGARA SHOW (12-May-08) [Read more...]
As a prelude to their Regenerative Energy for Rural Communities Forum to be held on July 17/18 at the Roxy Theatre, in Bingara, Bingara and District VISION 20/20 will have a stand at the Bingara Show to showcase some energy options.

Touriandi extensions a step closer (8-May-08) [Read more...]
The Touriandi Board of Management has moved closer to seeing the long awaited extension of the lodge become a reality, with the turning of the first sod on the site.

Recognition for Bingara’s Anzac Day pipers and side drummer (8-May-08) [Read more...]
Don, Neil and Andrew Mack were presented with a plaque from the Returned Services League, in appreciation for their services, at the annual luncheon following the Anzac Day ceremony last Friday.

Road funding should relate to productivity (8-May-08) [Read more...]
Gwydir Shire Council’s motion to the 2008 Shires’ Association Conference this year concerns funding for roads which carry a large number of trucks.

Nurses past and present to celebrate International Nurses’ Day (8-May-08) [Read more...]
Bingara nurses, past and present, are invited to International Nurses’ Day ‘Brunch on the Verandah’ on May 12, which will be the last celebration of its kind to be held in the current Bingara Hospital.

Crowds brave the cool for ANZAC Day services (3-May-08) [Read more...]
In one of the biggest Dawn Services held for some years, Bingara residents braved the cool and cloudy morning to acknowledge the soldiers of years gone by.

Award winning Falcons on show (3-May-08) [Read more...]
18 Award-winning GT Falcons will be in Bingara for the weekend of May 3-4.

Time to think big! (3-May-08) [Read more...]
Gwydir Shire Council has made a brave decision in agreeing to support Vision 2020’s Bingara Farm Gardens concept plan in the 2008 – 2009 Draft Budget, not least because there will be plenty of detractors.

A Year on in Landcare (28-Apr-08) [Read more...]
"A thousand kilometres of fencing. Imagine a fence running from Brisbane to Bingara and then on to Sydney. That’s how much fencing was installed to protect native vegetation within the Border Rivers-Gwydir Catchment Management Authority last year." reported Lisa Roberts, General Manager of the Border Rivers-Gwydir Catchment Management Authority at the opening of "Landcare Adventure" in Bingara a few weeks ago. The following are excerpts from Ms Roberts’ speech.

On Course with Bingara Community College (28-Apr-08) [Read more...]
Bingara Adult Learning Association Inc held its’ final Annual General Meeting recently. The organisation will continue with the new name of Bingara Community College Inc. Toinette Moodie has been returned as President for 2008. She will be assisted by Vice President, Catherine Egan; Secretary, Ros Moulton and Treasurer, Jenny Hawkins. The other committee members for 2008 are Leeah Daley, Peter Jones, Jenni Reddy and Marlene Brown.

Details of ANZAC services and the parade (23-Apr-08) [Read more...]
The Dawn Service will commence at 5.50am sharp at the Bingara Memorial Gardens in Finch Street.

Library day for Bingara’s pre-schoolers (23-Apr-08) [Read more...]
Bingara Pre-school was visited recently by the Northern Regional Libraries staff who provided a great opportunity for the children to listen to many different stories.

Eye on the Gwydir competition winner (17-Apr-08) [Read more...]
After much deliberation the $200 cash winner of the Eye on Gwydir Section is Nicole Gillogy with a photograph which captures the essence of hardwork; a busy shearing shed. Anyone who has worked in a shed knows that along with the back breaking work there is a lot of fun and always a celebration when the last sheep is shorn.

Young citizens Givin’back (17-Apr-08) [Read more...]
A group of young people played to a packed house at the Roxy Theatre on Saturday night, to raise funds for Touriandi Lodge.

Kevin and Robin busy in retirement (17-Apr-08) [Read more...]
The St. John’s Anglican congregation thanked Reverend Kevin Hansen and his wife Robin at a luncheon at the Wiseman-Crowley Hall on Sunday, following Kevin’s last Service as Vicar at Bingara.  Kevin has retired after 35 years as the vicar at Bingara.

School farewells Rev. Kevin Hansen (17-Apr-08) [Read more...]
After 35 years involvement with the Bingara Central School, retiring Anglican Minister,  Reverend Kevin Hansen and his wife Robin were given a morning tea by the Infants and Primary Children at Bingara Central School on Thursday morning to say thank you and farewell.

Wetter years on the way? (13-Apr-08) [Read more...]
Martin Babakhan addressed the "Landcare Adventure", held in Bingara last week. Mr Babakhan presented a great deal of information which reminded those listening that Australia is a very dry country, with prolonged periods of extreme dry in the past and a future that will see many more extremely dry years.

Community service award for Anne Legg (13-Apr-08) [Read more...]
A Bingara woman was today among 60 individuals and organisations hailed as community minded heroes at Australia’s biggest awards for older people.

Good attendance at Landcare gathering (9-Apr-08) [Read more...]
"Rejuvenation with Water" proved a popular theme for this year’s Landcare Adventure, held in Bingara last week.

Council team sells message of Bingara Motorhome Rally (9-Apr-08) [Read more...]
The Campervan and Motorhome rally coming to Bingara in October should bring large numbers of campers, if the reception given to David Rose and his team at Broken Hill is reflected in visitors.

Home grown Ambo (9-Apr-08) [Read more...]
Less than two years after joining the NSW Ambulance Service, local man Owen Johnson is exactly where he wants to be, home in Bingara.

Education Director General gets a lesson from Gwydir Learning Region (9-Apr-08) [Read more...]
Director General of Education Mr Michael Coutts-Trotter was left in no doubt that schools have to adapt and change to become relevant in today’s society when he visited Warialda and Bingara several days ago.

Kirsty wins GOLD in Las Vegas (8-Apr-08) [Read more...]
A Gold Medal that is!

Bingara Community Health Service (2-Apr-08) [Read more...]
What's On in April?

Easterfish Winners (2-Apr-08) [Read more...]
Winners of this year’s EasterFish competition

Fosters brings cheer to Bingara Anglers Club (2-Apr-08) [Read more...]
Bingara Anglers Club will use a donation from Foster’s Group Limited to repair an air pump at the Hatchery.

From little things, big things grow… (2-Apr-08) [Read more...]
As the words of the song suggest, a simple idea can become a reality.

The value of composting (25-Mar-08) [Read more...]
"Australia’s soils typically contain between half to one percent of organic matter. It should be 5%," according to Craig Hartin of Bio Tech Recycling, which is the biggest composting company in agriculture in NSW.

Extreme bike riders for 2008 Show? (25-Mar-08) [Read more...]
The Bingara Show Society has submitted a request for $5500 to fund an Extreme FMX Air Moto X display, which it is hoped will encourage a greater attendance at the next Show in May.

Open day planned for dogs ‘refugee’ centre (17-Mar-08) [Read more...]
A local program which finds homes for ‘refugee’ dogs, has proved successful beyond all expectations.

Aussie Chuck shows how to enjoy a beer with mates (17-Mar-08) [Read more...]
At the Ales and Fish Tales dinner on Saturday night, master brewer, Dr. Chuck Hahn, seemed a little more relaxed than last time he spoke in Bingara, at the launch of Bingara and District Vision 20/20 in February 2006.

Parkinson's support group to be formed in Bingara (17-Mar-08) [Read more...]
When local woman, Joan Bush was diagnosed with Parkinson’s last year, she had not much idea of what it was. So she joined Parkinson’s NSW straight away to help gain some knowledge.

Climatologist to speak at Landcare Adventure (11-Mar-08) [Read more...]
Martin Babakhan, Climatologist at the University of Newcastle and ABC Radio weather man, will head an impressive line-up of speakers at the 10th Anniversary New England North West Landcare Adventure which will be held in Bingara.

Theme for Orange Festival announced (10-Mar-08) [Read more...]
Due to a number of enquiries as to the theme for this years Orange Festival, mainly from groups starting already to consider the design of their floats , the organising committee has announced that the Festival theme will be "Music! Music! Music!"

Mark Coulton’s maiden speech in its entirety! (10-Mar-08) [Read more...]
Almost a week has passed since I took my seat in this House, and the learning curve has been steep. 

Rugby League-Group 19 Team of the Century (10-Mar-08) [Read more...]
Group 19 has decided to name their Teams of the Century at a Gala Dinner to be held on June 9, 2008.

Nasho in Bingara this weekend (7-Mar-08) [Read more...]
Members of the National Servicemen’s Association have begun arriving in Bingara to take part in the annual Nashos’ Reunion on Saturday.

Community Mental Health Forum at Warialda (27-Feb-08) [Read more...]
One in five Australian’s will experience mental illness during their lifetime. Regardless of these high statistics mental illness continues to be a hidden disease in our society plagued by stigma and a lack of accurate information.

Gwydir’s local link in the ‘prince of beers’ (27-Feb-08) [Read more...]
Master brewer, Dr Chuck Hahn, takes very special care when designing and specifying the ingredients for his beers. That is why his James Squire Golden Ale, referred to as "the prince of beers", from The Malt Shovel Brewery, has wheat, from the "golden triangle" of the north west slopes, specified as a key ingredient.

North West SES volunteers receive citation (27-Feb-08) [Read more...]
State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers from across the North West Region have received the Director General’s Unit Citation at a presentation ceremony held at Glen Innes recently.

Telephone service faults: what is normal? (27-Feb-08) [Read more...]
The future for Telstra customers in rural and remote Australia is a matter of great concern to a number of residents in this area.

Revitalised Bingara Show back for 2008 (21-Feb-08) [Read more...]
The Bingara Show Society, thanks to a financial boost from the ‘Bingara boys’ calendar, a planned trivia night and a government Equine Influenza grant, will definitely hold a show this year.

Coulton gets down to business (21-Feb-08) [Read more...]
New Member for Parkes and former Gwydir Shire Mayor, Mark Coulton, was sworn into Parliament last Tuesday, and made his Maiden Speech last Monday night.

Enthusiastic youths work to restore local habitat (21-Feb-08) [Read more...]
The town of Bingara was visited by a team of enthusiastic youth last month, working alongside Land Care and Upper Gywdir Lands Agency, to restore the habitat of the Regent Honeyeater on the Biodiversity planting site on "The Island" off Inverell Road under Campbell Bridge.

Council grapples with our household waste (21-Feb-08) [Read more...]
"I have no doubt that people step out of their air conditioned houses, put out their one milk bottle in the yellow recycling bin and think they’re saving the planet," General Manager, Max Eastcott said at the recent Community Services and Planning Committee meeting.

Bingara athlete off to US for track and field (10-Feb-08) [Read more...]
Young Bingara athlete, Kirsty Coombes, will be travelling to the United States in April to take part in track and field events.

Enthusiasm for women’s gathering (10-Feb-08) [Read more...]
Over 30 women from Bingara and surrounding districts heard about opportunities offered by the Rural Women’s Network at a gathering at the Imperial Hotel recently.

'ICE' (In Case of Emergency) Campaign. (10-Feb-08) [Read more...]
Message from the Ambulance Service.

Minister pledges funding for Bingara treatment plant (10-Feb-08) [Read more...]
Residents of Bingara should have a clean town water supply within two years following the NSW Government’s announcement of funding of around $3 million towards the cost of a water treatment plant for the town.

Bingara Races still on track for Saturday! (6-Feb-08) [Read more...]
The Bingara Race Track is looking terrific for this Saturday’s Annual Races. The course is in great order, and luckily has been missing the heavy rain falling in the area.

A FEAST FOR ALL…AT THE ROXY (4-Feb-08) [Read more...]
Friday evening March 7 is a date not to be missed by lovers of fine food and beer, as well as fans of fishing, fun and frivolity.

Volunteer of the Year (2-Feb-08) [Read more...]
Volunteer of the Year, Ivan Galvin, is the current president of the Bingara Sporting Club, and has been for a number of years.

Gwydol comes of age! (2-Feb-08) [Read more...]
The success of this year’s Gwydol competition has cemented its place in the Bingara Australia Day calendar.

Bingara’s Young Citizen of the Year (2-Feb-08) [Read more...]
Ben was nominated by the Gwydir Shire Council and the Gwydir Learning Region.

Bingara citizens of the Year (2-Feb-08) [Read more...]
Erik and Noelene Ozols are Bingara’s Citizens of the Year.

Community Event of the Year (1-Feb-08) [Read more...]
Bingara 2007 Orange Festival – nominated by Gwydir Shire Council, and presented to Festival Co-ordinator, Nancy MacInnes.

Bingara residents witness cross and icon festivities (31-Jan-08) [Read more...]
Nearly 1500 people were present at the showground on Monday to witness the arrival of the Cross and the Icon, brought by members of the Armidale Diocese to Bingara.

Lions’ glass recycling program terminated (31-Jan-08) [Read more...]
After 27 years, the Lions Glass recycling program has ceased, due to contamination.

Bingara Central School is the first RoTree Grove site! (31-Jan-08) [Read more...]
The Rotary Club of Chatswood Sunrise has embarked on a new venture – planting native trees in rural Australian settings.

Get Ready for The Bingara Races! (9-Jan-08) [Read more...]
Things are building up for The Annual Bingara Races to be held on Saturday February 9.

Lexi plays "Cinderella" in 2008 (5-Jan-08) [Read more...]
Bingara lass Lexi Hutton will continue her association with OzOpera in 2008, but in the role of Cinderella, and be based in Melbourne.

Bullets honour local footy legend (5-Jan-08) [Read more...]
At last Saturday’s Christmas Party, the Bingara Football Club presented Howard Dixon with his Life Membership badge in recognition of his huge contribution to the sport.

School News: December 20, 2007 (Week 10, Term 4) (5-Jan-08) [Read more...]
Year 10 Students step out in style!: Year 10 students along with their families & friends gathered at the Roxy Theatre before Christmas for the Bingara Central School Year 10 formal. A wonderful night was had by all!

Christmas message from Richard Torbay (5-Jan-08) [Read more...]
On behalf of my family and staff I wish the people of the Northern Tablelands a happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

Mayoral Christmas Message (5-Jan-08) [Read more...]
The Christmas New Year period is a good opportunity to reflect on the past 12 months and the achievements of the Council.