The summer heat in the Snowy Mountains isn’t just about alpine sunshine and chairlift rides this weekend – it’s about the blues. From today (Friday 16 January) to Sunday 18 January, the village of Thredbo will once again transform into a three-day celebration of roots, rhythm and raw musical expression as it hosts the 31st […]
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New $2.8 million childcare centre, tree removal proposed for Bega street
If the proposal is approved, a new childcare centre could be coming to a central Bega street. Plans have been lodged with Bega Valley Shire Council for a new childcare centre on Gipps Street. Documents lodged with the development application (DA) state the facility would feature 67 childcare spaces. There would be up to 12 […]
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From Gundagai to the nation: Mick Veitch takes the helm at AgriFutures
Mick Veitch stepped into the role of chairman of AgriFutures Australia this week, bringing with him a lifetime of ties to rural Australia – from his upbringing on a Gundagai family farm to decades of leadership in community, politics and regional affairs. Educated at Adelong Central School and Tumut High School, Mr Veitch went on […]
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Giant mural draws attention to one of Yass’s favourite creative sons
Yass Valley artist Kim Nelson was larger than life so it made the best sense that when his community wanted to honour him they did so in the form of a giant public mural on a wall in the main street of town. The mural, measuring about 6 metres long by 4.5 metres high, is […]
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Julio Iglesias calls abuse allegations ‘absolutely false’
Spain's veteran singer and cultural icon Julio Iglesias has rejected allegations of abuse lodged against him by two female ex-employees.
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South Africa’s five best-selling used cars of 2025 – and what they cost
South Africa’s used car market wrapped up 2025 on a high, with strong demand for practical, value-driven vehicles.
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Champions Cup | Live scoring: Bulls v Pau
Follow the live scoring as the Bulls tackle French club Pau in a crucial Champions Cup game on Friday night.
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Kruger National Park team rescues rhino amid heavy rainfall
A wandering white rhino got caught in the heavy downpour at Kruger National Park, necessitating a rescue operation.
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Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner’s messages to Chicago West on her 8th birthday
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's daughter Chicago West is turning eight.
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Walmart unveils ANOTHER store location in South Africa
Strong demand has driven further expansion of Walmart in South Africa, with yet another store location recently unveiled.
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