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WINNERS ARE GRINNERS: An eye-watering $80 million is up for grabs tonight in Oz Lotto. Photo: FILE

Feeling lucky? Tonight might just be the night to try your luck

Nadine Morton

CLOSE CALL: Station Officer Chris Sanders with firefighters Matt Knudsen and Graeme Combridge show an electric blanket that was seconds away from ignition. Photos: LOUISE DONGES

This is the best catch I've ever seen: Firefighter

Nadine Morton

RULE BOOK: Doing this could result in the driver being fined $337 and losing three demerit points. Note: Photo was taken in a parked car. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK 062519cphones2

Have you ever shown the driver a video or photo on your phone?

Nadine Morton

Dusty Road judged best new 2019 business

Dusty Road judged best new 2019 business

Tom Gosling

While this is an extreme example of water washing over the causeway in Poole Street, Cootamundra resident Elizabeth Bennett says any run-off following rain which puts residue left on the causeway by vehicles into the waterway is problematic.

Protect our water with bridges over causeways

Jennette Lees

Clarrie Powers performing at his 100th concert at Southern Cross Care Cootamundra on Wednesday. Picture: Jody Potts

Clarrie bats 100 performances

jody potts

Meet the author July 13.

Author visit these holidays

Jennette Lees

WINNERS ARE GRINNERS: An eye-watering $80 million is up for grabs tonight in Oz Lotto. Photo: FILE

Feeling lucky? Tonight might just be the night to try your luck

Nadine Morton

CLOSE CALL: Station Officer Chris Sanders with firefighters Matt Knudsen and Graeme Combridge show an electric blanket that was seconds away from ignition. Photos: LOUISE DONGES

This is the best catch I've ever seen: Firefighter

Nadine Morton

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Tanealle Eccleston moves in to stop this kick from getting away for the Strikers in their match against Hanwood.

Strikers take on Hanwood | Photos

EYE ON THE BALL: Sandy about to take the mark. The Blues have recorded yet another win, this time against the Southern Cats. Picture: Mark Loiterton

Eight on the trot for Blues

Pat Kerin

Cootamundra Tri-Colours registered their 10th straight victory of the South West Oilsplus Competition on Saturday at Young.

Cootamundra Tri-Colours extend their unbeaten run

Tanealle Eccleston moves in to stop this kick from getting away for the Strikers in their match against Hanwood.

Strikers take on Hanwood | Photos

HIGHLY SOCIAL: In Social Bowls this week there were some very competitive encounters across three days.

Goggin wins his semi spot

Greg Fisher

Rusiate Kaliseiwaqa scored four tries in Junee's win over Cootamundra.

Diesels get back to winning formula

Courtney Rees

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GET CREATIVE: Mudlarks pottery at the Arts Centre from 10am every Thursday. Everyone welcome. Contact 6942 4773.

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What's on in Cootamundra, May 31, 2019

What's on in Cootamundra, May 31, 2019

What's on in Cootamundra, May 29 to June 4, 2019

What's on in Cootamundra, May 29 to June 4, 2019

GET CREATIVE: Mudlarks pottery at the Arts Centre from 10am every Thursday. Everyone welcome. Contact 6942 4773.

What's on

What's on in Cootamundra, May 24 to 28, 2019

What's on in Cootamundra, May 24 to 28, 2019

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What's on in Cootamundra, May 22 and 23, 2019

Questacon is an exciting and intriguing concentration of science brought to life in vivid techni-colour.

The ultimate family fun holiday itinerary in Canberra

Emma Elsworthy

A selection of dishes available at the hip and happening Lazy Su. Pic: OutInCanberra

Ten iconic Canberra haunts for the ultimate foodie bucket list

Emma Elsworthy

In 1963, the Cats became the Blues. Max Rudd [left] admires the new jumpers with inaugural captain-coach Maurie Cousley.

Getting a kick from a history of the Blues

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Questacon is an exciting and intriguing concentration of science brought to life in vivid techni-colour.

The ultimate family fun holiday itinerary in Canberra

LIGHT FANTASTIC: Chase the Northern Lights or the Auroroa Borealis with The Senior and Travelrite on this Nordic cruise in February 2020.

Join us on Northern Lights cruise

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Natalie Wilson is described as "the happiest traffic controller on earth" by Sureway employment consultant Kristy Manning who helped her back into the workforce.

Getting back to work after raising kids

EXTRAS: The home has slow combustion heating and evaporative cooling, as well as a double garage and single carport.

Property provides for mixed farming

PRODUCTIVE: During the vendor's tenure, "Oakleigh" was run as a mixed farming enterprise, for the last eight years as a grazing enterprise producing wool and lambs.

Property provides for mixed farming

51 Trail Street: The property presents a great opportunity for an owner-occupier to put their stamp on the property with the right renovation.

Commercial properties now for sale

Warm up your winter with library fun

Warm up your winter with library fun

Penny Howse

BRIDAL PARADE: Model Bronte Johnson shows off one of the dresses she will wear at the Southern Cross Care Auxiliary Bridal Parade on Saturday night. Picture: Contributed

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REPUTATION: CSIRO’s Parkes radio telescope has made its mark on space exploration. Picture: CSIRO/A Cherney.

Parkes telescope helped open universe up to the world

Helen Sim

Warm up your winter with library fun

Warm up your winter with library fun

NO GOING BACK: Apollo 11 commander Neil Armstrong shortly before the launch on July 16, 1969. Pictures: NASA

Endless preparations herald big event

Helen Sim

Guests with Eamon Flack at the BIG STUFF dinner at TACC.

Artistic director entertains, inspires

Michael McCormack shares a kiss with his wife Catherine after declaring victory in retaining the Riverina seat. Picture: Les Smith

McCormack claims Riverina victory in federal election

BIG WINNERS: Scott Mazzocchi prepares for the ball during the Coota Blues win at the weekend. Picture: Kelly Manwaring

Season off to a flying start for Coota Blues | Photos

BOWLED AWAY: Ben Irons, Henry Wilson, Peter Colvin, Roger Goode, Lindsay Carle and (front) Rob Jordan. Picture: Kelly Manwaring

Exies' Easter bowls bonanza | Photos

Dawn Fraser pictured with Marj Haines, Cootamundra Swimming Club's oldest member, aged 86.

Olympian Dawn Fraser comes to Cootamundra

Kurt Herzog gave Archie a 12-second start. Picture: Kelly Manwaring

Video: Kurt vs 11-year-old, with a 12-sec start

Tom Gosling

UPROOTED: Winds were likened to a "tornado" by property owner Charlie Bragg during Tuesday evening's storm. Picture: Rebecca Bragg

Counting the cost

Jennette Lees

GOOD FORM: Lachlan Webb bowls the ball.

Junior cricket match between Kookaburras and Boorowa

HAVING A BREAK: Cootamundra B.U.G having a rest at the Olympic Hotel after their 30km ride out too Jindalee National Park (the Iron barks).

Out and about in the Cootamundra region, February 3

Kelly Manwaring

One reader believes it is time our politicians work towards reversing council mergers.

You say: Something needs to be done

You say: Government should boost transport options

You say: Government should boost transport options

One reader believes the town's faulty street lights could be contributing to recent crime.

You say: Time to step into the light

NO GOING BACK: Apollo 11 commander Neil Armstrong shortly before the launch on July 16, 1969. Pictures: NASA

Endless preparations herald big event

Helen Sim

"Continence Queen" Bev Killick.

When the drip goes beyond a joke

REPUTATION: CSIRO’s Parkes radio telescope has made its mark on space exploration. Picture: CSIRO/A Cherney.

Parkes telescope helped open universe up to the world

Helen Sim

NT Attorney-General Natasha Fyles has ordered an increase in drug and alcohol testing for parolees.

Some NT parolees not tested: review

Shadow Treasurer Jim Chalmers has stuck to Labor's position on the government's tax cut plan.

Morrison's tax cut plan hangs in limbo

Nine chief executive Hugh Marks (L) and News Corp chair Michael Miller will discuss press freedom.

Media bosses to discuss press freedom

Six in 10 people think Australia should take action on climate change regardless of the costs.

Australians choose emissions over prices

Australians are losing trust in China, according to the latest Lowy Institute poll.

Australians losing trust in China: poll

Rebecca Gredley

Israel Folau's new fundraiser has topped $1.5 million after GoFundMe pulled his initial campaign.

Nearly $1.5m raised for Folau in 24hrs

In a push to deter cyberbullying in Victoria schools, students will have their phones locked away.

Vic state schools slapped with phone ban

Kaitlyn Offer

Matthias Cormann (L) won't clarify if the Liberals deputy leadership was offered to Peter Dutton(R).

Cormann won't clear up Dutton deputy offer

Marnie Banger

Winds and ocean currents redistribute heat and moisture around the globe, creating climate zones.

Sea surface temperatures remain on target

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Simmental Australia president, Stuart Moeck, sashes senior and grand Simmental bull, Settler Nelson.

Ribbons in four state spread

Mark Griggs

Heavier cattle sold to firm to dearer trend on the previous sale while values for cattle going back to the paddock eased according to Landmark Cooma agent Damien Roach.

Cows to 249c/kg at Cooma

Stephen Burns

RULE BOOK: Doing this could result in the driver being fined $337 and losing three demerit points. Note: Photo was taken in a parked car. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK 062519cphones2

Have you ever shown the driver a video or photo on your phone?

Nadine Morton

Salwater crocodile spotting is a major part of the Yellow Waters Cruise.

Wildlife abounds on billabong adventures in Kakadu

Vanessa Hayden

Lying down on the job? Just part of the entertainment at the Cunnamulla Fella Festival.

Inspiration for your next holiday

John Rozentals

WINNERS ARE GRINNERS: An eye-watering $80 million is up for grabs tonight in Oz Lotto. Photo: FILE

Feeling lucky? Tonight might just be the night to try your luck

Nadine Morton

EXTRA CARE: Belinda Scougall has made sure Marshall knows his way around her home and has a ramp leading up to her bed.

Living with a blind dog is a lesson in love

Linley Wilkie

These kids are addicted to [screens] and the behavioural aggression is often a response to having the addiction withdrawal when time's up.

Your kid's tantrum might actually be screen time withdrawal

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