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Tuesday, 9 August
New distillery cellar door adds to growing Riverina industry
NEW ERA: Ladbroken Distilling Co. co-owner Robbie Ladbroke (left) at their brand new tasting room in Tumbarumba. Picture: Supplied
Conor Burke • 1hr ago
Waterlogged Wagga roads look set to reopen on Wednesday
CLOSED: Eunony Bridge Road is closed due to flooding over the bridge. Picture: Madeline Begley
Conor Burke • 2hrs ago
Wagga set for wet end to the week as flood waters reach peak
Conor Burke
COLD FRONT: Wagga Beach just after 11am on Saturday morning, as the Murrumbidgee River broke its banks. The wild weather is set to return for the end of this week. Picture: Madeline Begley
No timeline on lifting Wagga order as SES prepare for Narrandera flooding
Tim Piccione
NSW SES incident controller Tony McMullen in Wagga's emergency command centre. Picture: Madeline Begley
Olivia Newton-John leaves behind an inspiring legacy with her cancer journey
Rosie Bensley
Olivia Newton-John and former Victorian Premier Ted Baillieu unveil a plaque at the Opening of the Olivia Newton John Cancer and Wellness Centre at the Austin Hospital in Melbourne on June 22, 2012. Photo: AAP
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We're still hopelessly devoted to Grease 44 years later
Nadine Morton
FAN FAVOURITE: Olivia Newton-John as 'Sandy' and John Travolta as 'Danny' during the final scene in Grease. Picture: Supplied
Updated
My friend, my mentor: Heartfelt tributes flowing for Olivia Newton-John
Nadine Morton
MEMORIES: Delta Goodrem, Mariah Carey and Kylie Minogue have shared tributes to Olivia Newton-John. Pictures: Instagram, Twitter/@deltagoodrem, @mariahcareyau, @kylieminogue, @nfsaonline
Devout residents 'disappointed' after Wagga council scraps prayer
Monty Jacka
UNHAPPY: Wagga resident Danny Russell said he was "very disappointed" with Wagga City Council's decision to replace the prayer. Picture: Madeline Begley
Watch
Drone footage over river reveals extent of Wagga flooding
Wagga Beach precinct under floodwater.
Conor Burke
Witness says crash victim forced off road by two cars driving 'erratically'
Taylor Dodge
CRASH: A witness says the driver of this car was run-off the Sturt Highway, causing his car to roll. Picture: Daisy Huntly
Homeless to clean up flood damaged items at Wilks Park
UNDER WATER: Tents and gears caught in the North Wagga campsite Wilks Park floods are a 'low risk' according to Wagga mayor. Picture: Taylor Dodge
Taylor Dodge
23-year-old first home buyer not phased by interest rate uncertainty
Tim Piccione
23-year-old first home buyer Stewart Smith (right) with Fitzpatrick's Matt Newley after Saturday's Shaw Street auction. Picture: Tim Piccione
Photos
Tents partially submerged in floodwater at Wilks Park, wildlife take up residence
Taylor Dodge
WATER FIASCO: Wilks Park has turned into swamp with water from the Murrumbidgee River spill into the campsite, but it has attracted some friendly faces. Picture: Taylor Dodge
Truck rollover disrupting traffic at busy Wagga intersection
Andrew Pearson
The truck rollover at the intersection of Old Narrandera Road and the Olympic Highway. Picture: Supplied
Woman guilty of 'serious' animal neglect charges banned from keeping pets
Two of the dogs who were left underfed and lacking veterinary treatment by Sharrah Brown, resulting in Wagga Local Court banning her from keeping pets. Picture: NSW RSPCA
Rex Martinich
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Murrumbidgee River peaks this morning, water level now 'steady'
Tim Piccione, Monty Jacka
BoM reports put the Murrumbidgee River's peak at 8.74m this morning. Picture: Tim Piccione
Rubbish dumped near river could impact community members, flora and fauna
RUBBISH: Illegal dumping at a Riverside Reserve has caused the community upset. Picture: Supplied
Taylor Dodge
Technology takes to the waterways to aid flood preparation
Conor Burke
GOING WITH THE FLOW: Water NSW technicians work with a Surfbee Flowseeker to determine the depth and velocity of water. Picture: Madeline Begley
Man pleads guilty to failing to identify speeding driver while at bikies event
Rex Martinich
Wagga Court House. Picture: FILE
Wagga council ditches prayer for more 'inclusive' reflection
Monty Jacka
REPLACED: Mark Edwards, the Bishop of the Wagga Catholic Diocese, said last week that would be disappointed to see Wagga City Council remove the prayer. Picture: Madeline Begley
The necktie is under attack, so are they still relevant?
TO TIE FOR: Tie maker Bryce Hagen believes style is a very personal choice, but for him, the tie is always in vogue. Picture: Madeline Begley
Conor Burke
GPS and Facebook reveals illegal hunting trips to slay feral pigs with knife
Rex Martinich
A feral pig in the Snowy Mountains. Picture: FILE
Countdown begins as veteran centre prepares to run full steam
Pro Patria fundraiser Darren Sweeney (left), Pro Patria's Alan Lean and Jason Frost stand where hyperbaric treatment will soon take place.
Andrew Mangelsdorf
Mixed emotions as flood forces homeless to flee Wilks Park
Andrew Mangelsdorf
MAJOR LOSS: Phil lost many possessions when Wilks Park flooded his campsite on Sunday.
Updated
Wagga bridge predicted to close this evening due to floodwater
Tim Piccione Taylor Dodge
WATER RISING: Eunony Bridge Road will likely close this evening as water rises. Picture: Taylor Dodge

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'One in a million': Olivia Newton-John's family to be offered state funeral
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews (far left) with Olivia Newton-John. Picture: Twitter/@DanielAndrewsMP
Nadine Morton
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Confusing ratings ditched ahead of upcoming bushfire danger period
Nadine Morton
LESS CONFUSION: The new Fire Danger Rating System introduced across Australia will be easier to understand, authorities say. Picture: Supplied
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'Lots to Do': Watch Olivia Newton-John on the cusp of superstardom
Shivé Prema
Olivia Newton-John was just 26 years old when she was interviewed on the Sounds Unlimited TV show in Sydney in December, 1975. Photo: Seven West Media via Getty Images.
Digest
Hopelessly devoted to Olivia Newton-John
Hannah Neale
Olivia Newton-John has died aged 73. Picture: Shutterstock
NSW closer to banning Nazi hate symbol
Finbar O'Mallon • 55m ago
NSW Attorney General Mark Speakman says a ban is needed on the "distressing" Nazi swastika. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)
Commonwealth Games
Five stars who shone at Birmingham 2022
Emma McKeon of Australia with one of the six golds she won at Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham. (AP PHOTO)
No bull - Brum's Games were just bostin'
Ian Chadband
Birmingham's Raging Bull symbolised a splendid Games that didn't take themselves too seriously. (AP PHOTO)
Gold and silver for Australia in javelin
John Salvado
Michelle Jenneke has produced another fast time in the women's 100m hurdles final in Birmingham. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)
Sport
Holgate claims Geoff Dixon Memorial
WINNERS: Tolland Cycling Club pair Ethan Watt and Aaron Seaman have finished first and second in the Tour De Riverina. Picture: Jason Minato
Jimmy Meiklejohn
Rothnie in danger of missing final as Foley, Parks outed
Matt Malone
CHARGED: Ganmain-Grong Grong-Matong's Michael Rothnie faces a two-game suspension.
Rowe left to question whether ceiling will be reached
Jimmy Meiklejohn
LEFT WONDERING: Mangoplah-Cookardinia United-Eastlakes coach Jeremy Rowe has been left to wonder if his side will reach their ceiling after failing to fire early against the Demons. Picture: Les Smith
Tennis juniors battle it out at Wagga RMS tennis
SHOT: Georgia Reid, 12, from Temora gets a shot away during the South West RMS held at Jim Elphick Tennis Centre on Sunday. Picture: Les Smith.
Jimmy Meiklejohn
AFL Riverina to revisit applications in 12 months time
Matt Malone
EQUAL TREATMENT: Marrar's Toby Lawler marks in a trial game against Riverina League club Griffith last year. AFL Riverina chairman Michael Irons says all clubs were treated fairly in the application process, no matter their background.
CSU grab confidence building win over Saints
Jimmy Meiklejohn
CONFIDENCE BUILDING: Charles Sturt University coach Kirsty Lowe believes her side will take a lot out of their 45-44 win over North Wagga. Picture: Les Smith
Irons defends review process as Farrer clubs digest rejection
Matt Malone
VALUABLE PROCESS: AFL Riverina chairman Michael Irons believes clubs are in better position because of the review. Picture: Les Smith
North Wagga to consider Riverina League for under 17s
Matt Malone
STRENGTH: North Wagga celebrate their last 17 premiership back in 2016.
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
ICAC
Review sparked by ICAC hearing into city grants calls for more transparency
Rex Martinich
Former NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian appears at ICAC last year over allegations she had a conflict of interest in $35.5 million in grants awarded while she was in a secret relationship with former Wagga MP Daryl Maguire.
ICAC delays report from investigation into Maguire and Berejiklian
Rex Martinich
INVESTIGATION: Then NSW transport minister Gladys Berejiklian and then Wagga MP Daryl Maguire at Wagga Railway Station in 2015. Picture: Les Smith
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Five ways to while away this Wagga weekend
OUT AND ABOUT: Cruise4Clint and National Tree Day are just two ways to put in the weekend. Pictures: File
Daisy Huntly
Resort staff stop 3400 drivers entering Mt Hotham without snow chains
Blair Thomson
CRASHED: A flipped car at a ski resort.
What's on
Revheads gear up to race souped-up lawn mowers at inaugural Wagga event
Monty Jacka
NEED FOR SPEED: Andrew McPherson says he is very excited to be bringing lawn mower races to Wagga for the first time. Picture: Monty Jacka
What's on
'Something different': Eclectic arts festival announces Wagga shows
Monty Jacka
VIBRANT: Bush Fringes director Phillip Aughey said the Wagga Fringe festival will feature a diverse array of performances. Picture: Madeline Begley
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Kick up your heels as Australian Art Deco Festival arrives
Talia Pattison
GANGSTER: Parlour master Elijah Ingram is excited to welcome everyone into The Parlour during the festival. Photo: Talia Pattison
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Why EOFY is a great time to purchase a new car
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For business owners and sole traders, the EOFY provides an opportunity to make work-related purchases, with the objective of reducing impending tax bills. Photo: Shutterstock.
A 10-day floral extravaganza at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
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Remarkable women in bloom at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
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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.
Community
Wagga Civic Theatre the home of live music in the region | From the Theatre
RISING STAR: Robbie Mortimer will play the best of Matchbox 20 is his live September show.
Tracey Simond
Scouring the pages of Wagga's history | In the Past, Saturday, August 6
WOOL: McLaurin Family, early wool scouring at Yarra Yarra. Picture: CSU Regional Archives RW83-58
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.
The library brings you explosive science and a favourite author
Peter Casey
The Alphabet of Awesome Science presenters 'Noel Edge' and 'Lexi Con'. Picture: Scott Reynolds
Delving into Wagga's past | In the Past, Saturday, July 30
BUILDING A BRIDGE: Kapooka Bridging Wing constructing a pontoon bridge at the Wagga bathing beach reserve. Picture: Sherry Morris
Photos and Video
No timeline on lifting Wagga order as SES prepare for Narrandera flooding
NSW SES incident controller Tony McMullen in Wagga's emergency command centre. Picture: Madeline Begley
Tim Piccione
Rothnie in danger of missing final as Foley, Parks outed
Matt Malone
CHARGED: Ganmain-Grong Grong-Matong's Michael Rothnie faces a two-game suspension.
Digest
Hopelessly devoted to Olivia Newton-John
Hannah Neale
Olivia Newton-John has died aged 73. Picture: Shutterstock
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'Lots to Do': Watch Olivia Newton-John on the cusp of superstardom
Shivé Prema
Olivia Newton-John was just 26 years old when she was interviewed on the Sounds Unlimited TV show in Sydney in December, 1975. Photo: Seven West Media via Getty Images.
'One in a million': Olivia Newton-John's family to be offered state funeral
Nadine Morton
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews (far left) with Olivia Newton-John. Picture: Twitter/@DanielAndrewsMP
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John Hanscombe
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Businesses don't have ideas, people do
Zoë Wundenberg
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Watch those hovercraft fly, spin and thrill
HOVERNAUTS ARE GO: Competitors line up for a sprint event at Lake Bonney in 2019.
John Piggott
Museum volunteers revved up about showroom
Rowan Cowley
HOLDEN A CANDLE: Trafalgar Holden Museum president Neil Joiner says everybody should know about the crucial role the famous Australian company played in the nation's history.
His rock in a hard place
John Piggott
TOYS IN THE BIN: "Once you see these things, you can never go back," Gary Todd says of his childhood.
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Strong competition for Sumo Wagyu bulls raises the roof on price average
Sumo Itoshigenami R155 sold for $46,000 on Tuesday pictured with Elders selling agent John Carey, Dorrigo; auctioneer Lincoln McKinlay, Sumo manager Eric Fraser, James Matts, Elders Wagyu Chichilla, Qld and stud principal Mary Coates.
Jamie Brown • 2hrs ago
Boer whethers top at Dubbo
Alexandra Bernard
Boer whethers topped at $215 a head at Dubbo sale.
Beekeepers called to varroa mite frontline
Samantha Townsend
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Life & Style
Trialling digital delivery of educational programs to reach more students in need
The Smith Family is trialling an online educational delivery environment to help students in need. Picture: Supplied.
Ways to complement your beauty sleep
MASK UP: Products designed to be used overnight are the heavy hitters and when used regularly can make a difference in the appearance of your skin. Photo: Shutterstock
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Cat enclosures to keep your kitty safe and happy at home
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Providing a secure outdoor area is a great way of expanding your cat's environment.
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