A new telescope has been opened at the Siding Spring Observatory with the aim of discovering more about the growth of galaxies similar to our own.

A man missing from Lightning Ridge has been found after spending a cold night in the scrub.

As pressure mounts to ban unmulesed wool, the lack of labour means the practice is being pushed in more than one direction.

Police have released a description of a man reported missing from Lightning Ridge yesterday to aid in efforts to locate him.

Water users of all stripes are being urged to take a look at the state government's first ever long-term groundwater strategy.

Despite some temporary road closures and inconvenient inundation in Nyngan, the peak of the Bogan River is expected to pass with little drama.

Four local communities back Orana Haven's plan for a Women's Rehabilitation Centre at Gongolgon.

Winter is bringing a surge in both COVID and influenza infections but changing rules remain light-handed.

A stolen utility vehicle has been found burnt-out near the Coonamble township only a few hours after it was reported stolen to police.

After deciding the legislated Joint Organisation model was unworkable, western councils have formed a reinvigorated alliance to tackle common issues.

Over a hundred of Bourke's new arrivals were celebrated with a traditional welcome ceremony last week.

Young people from around the western plains converged on Trangie earlier this month for an enthusiastic junior judging competition.

Court upgrades will deliver the options to play multiple sports safely in Walgett.

Warren shire is part of a trial for a new technology hailed as a game-changer for road maintenance and repair.

The last-minute cancellation of this week's Warren Races has raised questions around investment in and responsibilities for the condition of country race tracks.

The Tooraweenah course threw up some challenges for the competitors in this year's Tom Quilty Cup endurance ride.

The drive-by art installation can only be seen from sundown to sunset, making it one of the most unique pieces of art in Australia.

A campaign has been launched calling on Aussies and others entering the country from Indonesia to ditch their shoes or give them a good clean before entering the country.

Emma Fessey is part of the Women's Eight team to seize gold at the World Cup rowing at Switzerland on the weekend.

Work is underway to restore the main western line between Sydney and western NSW after a landslide last week caused extensive damage.