Orange, Dubbo and central-west
Bathurst maternity ward at 'crisis point'
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The Royal Australian College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists says Bathurst Hospital's maternity ward is at a "crisis point".
Anger aired over rural boards merger
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An action group fighting against changes to rural lands protection boards says it will hold the New South Wales Government accountable if the merger costs farmers.
Man shot woman during break-in: police
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Two men have been charged after a woman was found shot dead in the New South Wales central west yesterday.
Industrial reforms worry meatworks boss
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The head of Cowra's abattoir says the Federal Government's proposed industrial relations reforms could crush some businesses.
Residents fight to save DPI office
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Condobolin residents have taken their fight to keep the town's Department of Primary Industries' (DPI) office open, to State Parliament.
Election shake-up for Wellington council
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The Wellington council is set to get a shake-up, after the election of two young councillors.
Subdivision planned for Mudgee Airport
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The Mudgee Aero Club says a subdivision at Mudgee Airport could lead to the establishment of new businesses.
Town shooting: Woman, 41, found dead
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Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a woman at Kandos in the New South Wales central west.
Multi-million dollar Mudgee TAFE revamp planned
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Tenders are being called for a multi-million dollar upgrade of Mudgee's TAFE campus.
No excuses for not fixing health service: MP
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The Member for Calare says the New South Wales Government now has "no excuse" not to fix the financial problems of the Greater Western Area Health Service.
Push on to renew Colour City Cup holiday
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Approval is being sought again for a half-day holiday in Orange to coincide with next year's Colour City Cup.
Possum put down after being set on fire
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Police are investigating a case of animal cruelty after a possum was found burnt alive in the New South Wales central west last month.
Bathurst doctor offers to work for free
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A Bathurst-based surgeon has launched a fresh attempt to restart surgical services in Bourke.
Expansion for Lithgow arms factory
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There will be a boost to job opportunities in Lithgow after the expansion of a small arms factory.
By-election results 'too close to call'
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The New South Wales Electoral Commission says by-elections in the Wellington and Bland shires are "too close to call".
Grower elated with GM canola crop
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A grain grower in Boorowa, south of Orange, says the genetically modified (GM) canola he is about to harvest is his best crop since 2002.
MP unhappy rescue chopper not 24hr service
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The federal Member for Calare says there will be no improvements to the central western New South Wales rescue helicopter service, despite a new aircraft arriving next year.
Report urges rural stint for junior doctors
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The Greater Western Area Health Service's advisory council says there will be an increase in the number of medical professionals in the region, if the New South Wales Government adopts recommendations of a special commission of inquiry.
NSW Govt considers air route subsidies
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The New South Wales Government will consider offering subsidies to airlines to fill the gap left by Regional Express pulling out of six western communities.
Fears held for Baradine timber mill
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There are fears Baradine's last remaining timber mill could be at risk of closure.
Entrepreneur program launched in Cowra
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A program aimed at growing existing businesses and creating more jobs will be launched in Cowra tonight.
Council seeks answers about support for relocated families
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Concerns have been raised about the level of support given to families moved to Cowra by government departments.
Storm battered farmers need funding quickly: MP
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There is hope orchardists in Orange affected by the weekend's freak storms will get disaster relief funding.
Work to start on Moolarben mine
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Construction is about to begin on the $400 million Moolarben Coal Mine near Mudgee.
Council green lights Condobolin motel
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There is hope a new 20-unit motel development will help alleviate a shortage of accommodation in Condobolin.
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