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Tuesday, 28 June
'Half my face cut off': Triple 0 call played for machete attack jury
Wagga Courthouse. Picture: File
Rex Martinich • 7m ago
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Tackling city's rubbish holds the key to Wagga council's net zero dreams
STRATEGY: Wagga City Council's manager of environment Mark Gardiner said addressing landfill is the biggest focus for the corporate net zero strategy, which was formally adopted this week. Picture: Madeline Begley
Monty Jacka • 37m ago
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Man trapped under 'large' cow freed, rushed to hospital
Andrew Pearson • 2hrs ago
Police and ambulance vehicles at the Gumly scene. Picture: Taylor Dodge
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Owner in shock over 'cruel' killing of backyard chickens
Rex Martinich
UPSET: Tolland resident Marjorie Luthy with some of the eight chickens that were killed in her backyard coop last week by a suspected human attacker. Ms Luthy says she loved the chickens and the taste of their fresh eggs. Picture: Les Smith
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Dog runs onto international soccer field, demands pats from players
Emma Horn
PAWS THE GAME: Chilean goalkeeper, Christine Elder, called a stop to play when the pup ran onto the field for a tummy rub.
Free flu jab rollout extended in Victoria
Melissa Meehan • 11m ago
Free vaccinations are available at 2000 GP clinics and pharmacies across Victoria until July 10.
SA company fined over power rules breach
Michael Ramsey and Tim Dornin • 11m ago
The operator of South Australia's Tesla big battery has been ordered to pay a $900,000 fine.
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Wagga at a glance: ABS Census 2021 statistics paint a changing picture
Tim Piccione
Wagga's northern suburbs have been a major reason for the LGA's population growth, with recent housing development and the upcoming Special Activation Precinct. Picture: Les Smith
Man sentenced over 'crude' insurance fraud after ute crash
The Greenhouse Tavern in Coffs Harbour, where Lake Albert man Matthew James Hughes falsely claimed his Mazda BT-50 ute was stolen. Picture: Google Maps.
Rex Martinich
Riverina cattle breeders plead not guilty
Nikki Reynolds
Prudence and Corey Ireland.
Police ask for help to find teenage girl last seen in Yarrawonga
CONCERNS: Police have released an image of missing teenager Ella Wornock.
Janet Howie
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Riverina beekeepers, farmers on alert after deadly mite discovered
Conor Burke
HIGH ALERT: NSW government put a lockdown on honey bees, putting beekeepers on high alert.
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Wagga man jailed after detaining naked uni students at gunpoint
Rex Martinich
STANDOFF: Police arrest Carl Little at Wagga's Quest Apartments on Gurwood Street in April 2020.
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Letters: The Australian flag is a symbol of unity, not division
Unspent millions prompts call to extend NSW voucher scheme
HELPING HAND: Laser Tag Wagga owner Therese Paull says the Dine & Discover vouchers have been great for her business. Picture Madeline Begley
Andrew Mangelsdorf
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The four words set to define what Wagga will be like in the future
Monty Jacka
FUTURE: Wagga City Council has officially adopted its revised Community Strategic Plan 2040, which provides a blueprint for the region's future growth. Picture: Madeline Begley
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Music star Guy Sebastian invites Wagga to join him on epic walk
Tim Freeburn and Guy Sebastian will commence a 500-kilometre trek on foot from Wagga on July 1 to raise funds for youth suicide. Picture: Guy Sebastian/Instagram
Taylor Dodge
Man jailed for violent stab attack in victim's front yard
Rex Martinich
Wagga Courthouse. Picture: File
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'So many happy faces': Vibrant refugees inspire Wagga celebration
Monty Jacka
FAMILY: Iraqi-born Qasim Smoqi with his children Arjiwan, 7, Aylin, 10, and Ayyan, 3, at the Refugee Week celebration. Picture: Madeline Begley
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Author Anita Heiss asks once more, am I black enough for you?
Conor Burke
TEN YEARS ON: Wiradyuri woman and author Anita Heiss signs a copy of her book 'Am I Black Enough For You?' for Jan Roberts at the Curious Rabbit on Sunday. Picture: Madeline Begley
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Suburb's first gym to open its doors at new shopping centre
PLANS CONFIRMED: Snap Fitness has been confirmed for Estella's new shopping centre on Rainbow Drive and Avocet Drive. Picture: Madeline Begley
Taylor Dodge
Broken hospital system exposed in mum's wait for operation
Anthony Bunn
Annoying wait: Cassie Metcalfe at home with her pet cat Simba. She has been left in limbo waiting for a surgical remedy to her gallstones pain. Picture: JAMES WILTSHIRE
Partial closure set for Wagga's main street tonight
CBD SHUTDOWN: A key section of Wagga's main street will be closed off for works on Monday night.
Andrew Mangelsdorf
'It's unjust': Riverina man says he was unfairly fined for lockdown law breach
Vincent Dwyer
UNFAIR: Former Leeton mayor Paul Maytom and Mark Thomas who was fined by highway patrol in September 2021. PHOTO: Vincent Dwyer
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Wagga teacher questions vax mandates as unjabbed teachers set for return
Conor Burke
UPSET: Wagga high school teacher John Enever fell victim to the recent vaccine mandates in NSW schools, which now look set to end in July. Picture: Les Smith

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Nervous wait for Hamilton before AFLW Draft
HOPEFUL: Wagga's Zara Hamilton has her fingers crossed her name will be read out in Wednesday's AFLW Draft. Picture: Madeline Begley
Jon Tuxworth • 37m ago
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McPherson to chair premier league assessment group
Matt Malone • 1hr ago
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Wagga High falls to Randwick in state knockout
Jimmy Meiklejohn • 2hrs ago
NARROW LOSS: Randwick High's Jack Gibbens battles with Wagga High's Anwar Kambar during their school's clash on Monday. Picture: Madeline Begley.
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Review in progress for abandoned Pascoe Cup match
UNDER REVIEW: The review into the fiery clash between Hanwood and Leeton has begun. Picture: Liam Warren
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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Saints, Roos set stage for showdown for top spot | Photos
Jon Tuxworth
SAINTS TOO GOOD: Marrar's Jess Willis looks to pass during Saturday's loss to North Wagga at Langtry Oval. Picture: Les Smith
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Heat guilty of complacency in loss to St George White
Jon Tuxworth
TOUGH LOSS: Wagga Heat's Cameron McPherson and Eddie Merkel try to shut down a George White drive during Saturday's loss to St George White. Picture: Les Smith
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Vearing accepts reprimand for strike
Matt Malone
Connor Vearing
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Coleambally aim for big finish to Farrer League season
Matt Malone
RELENTLESS: Coleambally players apply pressure to one of Barellan's milestone men, Kabe Stockton, in the game at Barellan on Saturday. Picture: Barellan FNC
Federal Election
New analysis shows just how historically unpopular these two men are
While Scott Morrison was unpopular among many for failures during the pandemic, Barnaby Joyce was unpopular even among Nationals voters.
Harley Dennett
Voter disillusionment echoes back 10 years
Hannah Neale
Lead researchers Dr Jill Sheppard and Professor Ian McAllister. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
Labor will need Pocock vote, finalised Senate numbers confirm
Harley Dennett
As a territory senator, David Pocock takes his office immediately instead of the July 1 changeover for state senators. Picture: James Croucher.
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Informer: First day of 'pollie school' and census data delight
Class of 2022: Australias newest MPs will be introduced to their new lives in the House of Representatives. Picture Elesa Kurtz
Olivia Ireland • 1hr ago
Homes with a mortgage double in 25 years
Colin Brinsden, Aap Economics and Business Correspondent
Of the 9.8 million people paying off a mortgage, 2.4 million have a weekly income of $4000 or more.
Andrews pins Vic health recovery on visas
Callum Godde • 24m ago
Daniel Andrews told the Rural Press Club visa delays contributed to Victoria's ailing health system.
ADF members betrayed by abuse: inquiry
Fraser Barton • 25m ago
The veterans inquiry has been told ADF members felt betrayed by abuse within the ranks.
Wong eases subs concern in Malaysia talks
Andrew Brown • 29m ago
Penny Wong has met for talks with Malaysia's Foreign Minister Dato' Sri Saifuddin bin Abdullah.
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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The Roadkill State
Wildlife rescuer Rowan Wigmore says roadkill should be moved 20 metres from the road to stop scavengers getting hit too. Photo: Paul Scambler
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What happened to Bendigo's Chinese miners?
Laura Carolina Corrigan
More than 150 people carry the Chinese dragon's during Bendigo's Easter parade. Photo: Glenn Daniels
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Should the Libs shift leftwards? Should Labor trim its policy for government?
Steve Evans , Alex Crowe
Race to the Regions
City buyers ditch plans to stay close to the office
CITY MOVE: Harcourts Horsham agent Tim Coller has sold St John's Church three times, this time most of the demand came from Melbourne, and ended up with a city owner.
Chris McLennan
No end in sight in race to the regions
Gemma Purves
Infrastructure and services racing to keep up across regional Australia
Gemma Purves
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Wagga's blind artist launches first solo exhibition - with a generous twist
EXCITED: Wagga artist Joel Jensen with his guide dog Nicci ahead of his first ever solo art exhibition this weekend. Picture: Madeline Begley
Monty Jacka
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Art Gallery transformed into dystopian playground by local creatives
Hayley Wilkinson
OUTER THIS WORLD: Artist Allison Davis from Coolamon with her untitled clay and mixed media artwork presented as an alien apocalypse. Picture: Hayley Wilkinson
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What's on across the Riverina this weekend
Daisy Huntly
LOCK IT IN: Kasey Chambers headlines the Winter Bites festival at Adelong on Saturday, the mini railway is back and markets highlight local produce. Picture: Supplied/File
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Warships and more sail into Wagga waters for weekend expo
Hayley Wilkinson
SMOOTH SAILING: Founder of Task Force 72, Russ French from Uralla, with his HMAS Hobart DDG-39 model ship at the Association's Wagga Expo. Picture: Madeline Begley
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A sit down with Wagga Comedy Fest's bold and most outrageous
Hayley Wilkinson
STAR-STUDDED FESTIVAL: Australia television star and comedian 'Effie' played by Mary Coustas and actor, comedian and Eurovision host Joel Creasey will both perform at the Civic Theatre this Saturday. Pictures: Supplied
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'Good thing': Wagga first home buyers welcome NSW property reforms
Monty Jacka
POSITIVE: Oma Bahonar and Ben Salehi recently purchased their first home in Wagga and said they welcomed anything that made the process easier or cheaper for others. Picture: Supplied
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'So many happy faces': Vibrant refugees inspire Wagga celebration
FAMILY: Iraqi-born Qasim Smoqi with his children Arjiwan, 7, Aylin, 10, and Ayyan, 3, at the Refugee Week celebration. Picture: Madeline Begley
Monty Jacka
Don't miss out on your free theatre tickets | From the Theatre
Tracey Simond
CLASSIC: Bell Shakespeare will bring The Comedy of Errors to the Wagga Civic Theatre in July.
What was making news 50 years ago in Wagga | In the Past, Saturday, June 25
CLUB: The Caledonian Soccer Club was reformed in the 1930s following disruption from the Great Depression. Inter-town matches were arranged with teams including Canberra, Sydney, and Czechoslovakia. Photo: Sherry Morris
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Mature-age apprentice proves it's never too late to 'begin again'
Hayley Wilkinson
PASSION FOLLOWED: Kasey Tyler from S & E Hair and Beauty finished her hairdressing apprenticeship at 35 years-old. As a mature-age apprentice, she says it's never too late to 'begin again'. Picture: Madeline Begley
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Mount Austin backyard blessed with the biggest of sweet potatoes
Hayley Wilkinson
SWEET HARVEST: David and Heather Parkin grew a bumper crop of sweet potatoes, including one weighing in at 5kgs. Picture: Madeline Begley
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Let them bee: Natural beekeeping teacher says miticides not the answer to varroa parasite
Varroa mite was detected in beehives around the Port of Newcastle on June 24
Marion Williams • 1hr ago
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There's more than honey at stake
Kim Chappell
Each year more than 200,000 hives are required for the pollination of the Australian almond crop alone. Photo: File
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Dog runs onto international soccer field, demands pats from players
Emma Horn
PAWS THE GAME: Chilean goalkeeper, Christine Elder, called a stop to play when the pup ran onto the field for a tummy rub.
Trains at 10km/h? Rail union's go-slow day on Tuesday
Glen Humphries
Slowdown: Wollongong train driver and Rail Tram and Bus Union delegate Rob Kennedy said this week's industrial campaign starts with a go-slow on Tuesday. The South Coast and other lines are expected to be heavily impacted this week. Picture: Anna Warr
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Riverina beekeepers, farmers on alert after deadly mite discovered
Conor Burke
HIGH ALERT: NSW government put a lockdown on honey bees, putting beekeepers on high alert.
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There's more than honey at stake
Each year more than 200,000 hives are required for the pollination of the Australian almond crop alone. Photo: File
Kim Chappell
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Staffing cut a dead cat to leave on the table
John Hanscombe
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Feeling the pressure of the brutal reality of Australia's rental market
Zoë Wundenberg
The reality of homelessness doesn't fit the imagined narrative at all. Picture: Shutterstock
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Secret exercise most men neglect
ACTION STATIONS: Regular pelvic floor exercise can have pleasurable results.
Do make a fuss over violence
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'I named my tumour Hitler'
Therese Murray
AMBO AND SURVIVOR: Noel O'Mara with his wife Kate.
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Man trapped under cow freed, rushed to hospital
Police and ambulance vehicles at the Gumly scene. Picture: Taylor Dodge
Andrew Pearson • 1hr ago
Consistency attracts buyers to NT Senepols bull sale
Ben Harden • 2hrs ago
GDL Rockhampton's Georgie Connor, buyer James Bowman of Lorna Vale, Marlborough, Qld, with daughter Tori, 16mths, and vendor Blair Godfrey, Namoona Trig (NT) Senepols, with the top-priced bull, Namoona Ricky Bobbie. Picture: Ben Harden
Woolies halves feedlot quota as consumers look for cheaper beef
Shan Goodwin
Life & Style
How to apply make-up to mature skin
GLOW: Alex Fevola says achieving a glowing complexion as you age is all about selecting the right products and not overthinking it - sometimes less is more. Photo: Supplied
Cacti and succulents, perfect plants for the lazy gardener
John Gabriele
Most species of cacti and succulents can be grown in pots, but greatest affect is achieved through group plantings. Picture: Shutterstock.
Tooth is pets can benefit from having their teeth brushed too
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SMILE: Preventative dental care is just as important for our pets. Picture: Shutterstock.
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