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Mayor warns of court action if proposed wind farm threatens Anzac trees

Trees were planted almost 100 years ago at the entrance to a tiny New South Wales town to recognise locals who served in WWI, but residents say a proposed wind farm could "butcher" the living memorial.
A road with large deciduous trees on either side.

Published: Source: ABC Central WestTopic: Wind Energyby Hamish Cole

'Not your usual uni experience': Mother graduates with two daughters

When Angela Robinson opted for a career change after decades in the police force, she never thought she would end up graduating university with her two daughters. 
Angela in the middle, with each daughter on either side, all in their graduation caps and gowns, smiling outside.

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Universitiesby Nandini Dhir

How an unexpected sponsorship restored Renee Gracie’s motorsport career

Renee Gracie had her dream career in motorsport, but says sexism and the culture forced her out. OnlyFans kept her afloat in some dark days, and now she's back on the circuit with their support.
A woman in a blue and white racing suit holds a trophy.

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Motor Sportsby Kate O'Halloran

NSW councils call for cat curfews to protect native wildlife

Local Government NSW president Phyllis Miller says making owners lock their cats in at night should be a "no-brainer" decision, but animal welfare organisations disagree.
Cat with harness on, attached to a leash.

Published: Source: ABC Central WestTopic: Catsby Emily Middleton

Man 'didn't feel bad' after murdering his mother by setting her on fire

Bribbaree man Shannon Doble, 43, has pleaded guilty and will be sentenced in the Supreme Court for murdering his mother Nerol Doble and setting fire to her home.
Elderly woman with short grey hair and man with blue single and shaved head

Published: Source: ABC RiverinaTopic: Courtsby Andrew Mangelsdorf

Kathleen Folbigg: The journey to freedom in her own words

"I was exonerated, therefore the returning of innocence comes back to me."
Kathleen folbigg 2025
Duration: 17 minutes 46 seconds

Published: Source: ListenTopic: Justice Systemwith Paul Turton

Historic 150yo pub no longer pouring tap beer closes in 'poor shape'

A historic hotel in the gold rush town of Hill End has closed, with locals saying its condition had deteriorated over the past year.
A gold rush era pub with historic brickwork.

Published: Source: ABC Central WestTopic: Pubs, Taverns and Barsby Lani Oataway

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