The Irrigator
Friday, 1 December 2023
MIA pollies slam Basin decision, calls grow for Royal Commission
Leeton Shire Council mayor Tony Reneker addresses the recent rally in Leeton. The mayor says he is disappointed the water amendments have been given the green light by the Senate. Picture by Talia Pattison
Talia Pattison • 2hrs ago
Leeton's firies aided by 'lifesaving' tech when battling blazes
Leeton Fire and Rescue firefighters have been undertaking drone training this year, with the drones being used at several incidents to assist in bringing fires under control. Pictures supplied
Talia Pattison
Yanco Ag's dorm project on track for mid-2024 opening
Talia Pattison
An overview of the what the project will look like once complete. Picture supplied
Opinion
Poor little Jenkins, how will he cope with girls?
Garry Linnell • 1hr ago
Some people genuinely believe in the superiority of elite same-sex education. Picture Shutterstock
Watch
From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
Anna Houlahan
From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
What's on
Leeton's Carols in Park ready to bring Christmas vibes
Talia Pattison
Fr Christian Obiekwe invites the whole community to this year's Carols in the Park event on December 10. Picture by Talia Pattison
Humble garage sale puts Leeton Men's Shed at front of mind
The Leeton Men's Shed opened its doors recently for a garage sale and a chance to take a look through its facility. Picture by Talia Pattison
Talia Pattison • 1hr ago
'Basin's heart broken' as Senate passes water bill
Talia Pattison
Leeton shire grower Rob Houghton speaks at the rally protesting water buybacks. Prior to the bill passing he held real concerns for the future of the community and now, those concerns could be a very real reality. Picture by Talia Pattison
'Inclusivity more than a slogan or checklist'
It's time for everyone to work on inclusivity in a real manner. Picture supplied
Jodie O'Bree
Photos
Gralee's dancing stars shine on Schools Spectacular stage
Talia Pattison
Gralee School's Demi Wood, Gemma Royes, Vince Paclibare and (front) Hannah Anderson-Marshall had a ball at this year's Schools Spectacular in Sydney. Picture supplied
Government gains numbers for MDB plan as crossbencher pledges support
Gregor Heard and Talia Pattison
SunRice workers at the Leeton protest on November 21. Picture by Talia Pattison
What's on
Take a peek at Roxy Theatre work from comfort of home
Talia Pattison • 24m ago
Take a sneak peek at work happening inside the Roxy Theatre through virtual tours being provided by Leeton Shire Council. Picture by Leeton Shire Council
Australia on path to ending HIV transmission by 2030
Australia is on track to eliminate HIV transmission by 2030, but some challenges remain. (EPA PHOTO)
Samantha Lock • 2hrs ago
Watch
From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
Anna Houlahan
From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
What's on
Festive favourite here to Light Up Leeton
Santa arrives.
Talia Pattison
Murrumbidgee Irrigation says area needs to look to next steps
Allan Wilson
Murrumbidgee Irrigation CEO Brett Jones discusses what comes next. Picture by Allan Wilson
Photos
Yanco event grows in popularity in just second outing
Talia Pattison
Santa Claus was mobbed at the Yanco Twilight Markets over the weekend, with the event well supported in just its second outing. Picture supplied
Puffin' pollies: leaders go on the record over cannabis use
Anna Houlahan • 1hr ago
Cannabis harvest. Picture by Paul Scrambler
'Gone too far': councils scrap Acknowledgement of Country
Anna McGuinness • 1hr ago
An Acknowledgement of Country pays respect to the Traditional Owners of the land a meeting or event is being held on. Picture file

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What's on
Take a peek at Roxy Theatre work from comfort of home
Talia Pattison • 24m ago
Take a sneak peek at work happening inside the Roxy Theatre through virtual tours being provided by Leeton Shire Council. Picture by Leeton Shire Council
Humble garage sale puts Leeton Men's Shed at front of mind
Talia Pattison • 1hr ago
The Leeton Men's Shed opened its doors recently for a garage sale and a chance to take a look through its facility. Picture by Talia Pattison
MIA pollies slam Basin decision, calls grow for Royal Commission
Talia Pattison • 2hrs ago
Leeton Shire Council mayor Tony Reneker addresses the recent rally in Leeton. The mayor says he is disappointed the water amendments have been given the green light by the Senate. Picture by Talia Pattison
What's on
Leeton's Carols in Park ready to bring Christmas vibes
Talia Pattison
Fr Christian Obiekwe invites the whole community to this year's Carols in the Park event on December 10. Picture by Talia Pattison
Yanco Ag's dorm project on track for mid-2024 opening
Talia Pattison
An overview of the what the project will look like once complete. Picture supplied
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Bittersweet time for Geoff, who fears dying with dignity will be difficult
The legalisation of voluntary assisted dying laws has been bittersweet for Geoff Burch, who lost his wife Suzanne two years ago to cancer. Picture by Ash Smith
Anna Houlahan Dan Holmes • 1hr ago
2023 set for hottest year on record
Anna McGuinness
Temperature difference from the 1991-2020 average. Picture supplied by World Meteorological Organisation
Buxton crash driver sentenced for killing five teenagers in crash
Natalie Croxon • 2hrs ago
Pictured clockwise from left, Lily Van De Putte, Antonio Desisto, Gabby McLennan, Tyrese Bechard and Summer Williams.
Exclusive
Graffiti at Hindu temple sparks widespread accusations
Anna Houlahan
Graffiti on the front fence of the Shree Laxminarayan Mandir temple. Picture supplied
Seventh Day Adventist Church throws basketballer's Weet-Bix deal into doubt
Anna Houlahan
Josh Giddey continues to play for Oklahoma City Thunder despite being investigated by the NBA and now California police. Picture by AP Photo/Abbie Parr
Sport
Leeton signals intention to return to first grade in anniversary season
Leeton are looking to return to Southern Inland's first grade fold to help celebrate the club's 50th anniversary in 2024. Picture by Les Smith
Courtney Rees
Junior cricket enjoying resurgence in Leeton
Liam Warren
The combined Ardlethan/Barellan/Leeton Milliken Shield side which has made a strong start to the competition. Picture supplied
Women's tackle to feature in 2024 season
Liam Warren
Moerai Makonia in action for the Group 20 tackle team at the 2023 Knockout. Women's tackle will be a feature of the first six rounds of the regular season in 2024. Picture by Liam Warren
Southern Inland set to mix up women's competition
Courtney Rees
Southern Inland are looking to expand past the current women's 10s competition. Picture by Madeline Begley
Pairs combination unstoppable at L&D
Lorraine Messner
Janet Bell delivers one of her two resting touches at the Leeton and District Bowling Club. Picture supplied
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Sneak peak: Inside the beach house tipped to break the Byron Bay record
The home is tipped to break the Byron Bay record of $37 million. Pic: Supplied
Jen Melocco
See inside the Byron Bay house Carrie Bickmore is selling
Jen Melocco
The Byron Bay home is made for outdoor entertaining and summer living. Picture: Supplied
Photos
Longterm superhosts set to sell Australia's 'best nature stay'
Hamish Geale
Gordon Cuff and Susie Aulich have owned The Trig for the past 16 years. Pictures supplied
Successful accommodation
Property of the Week
Successful accommodation
House of the Week
Accused mushroom cook's property snapped up before auction
Jen Melocco
The Mount Waverley townhouse sold prior to auction. Pic Supplied.
Regional renters hit as more of Australia becomes unaffordable
Jen Melocco
The options for renting an affordable home is becoming rarer for those in regional Australia.
What's On
Take a peek at Roxy Theatre work from comfort of home
What's on
Take a sneak peek at work happening inside the Roxy Theatre through virtual tours being provided by Leeton Shire Council. Picture by Leeton Shire Council
Talia Pattison • 24m ago
What's on
Leeton's Carols in Park ready to bring Christmas vibes
Talia Pattison
Fr Christian Obiekwe invites the whole community to this year's Carols in the Park event on December 10. Picture by Talia Pattison
What's on
Festive favourite here to Light Up Leeton
Talia Pattison
Santa arrives.
What's on
Come one, come all to Leeton Men's Shed bargain sale
Talia Pattison
Leeton Men's Shed members Jim Milne (left) and David Carn with some of the items on offer at the garage sale. Picture by Talia Pattison
What's on
Magic of Light Up Leeton just days away
Talia Pattison
All set for the Light Up Leeton Christmas Carnival and Concert in 2023 is Ange McNamara, Fran Macdonald and Sarah Graham (Kingsbury). Picture by Talia Pattison
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Waterways, wine and wildlife are the order of this cruise
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Tickets on sale for Wilmot Field Day 2024: Accelerating the Change: Food, Fibre & Nature
General Manager at Wilmot Cattle Co, Stuart Austin, is eager to emphasise the value of firsthand farming stories to attendees. Picture supplied
Photos and Video
Radical new tackle rule set to shake up sport as we know it
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All contact with the sternum will be banned under new laws.
Cameron Mee • 24m ago
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LONG-COVID: Surveys of COVID-19 patients around the world indicate a stronger link between some genetic precursors and long-COVID development. Picture: FILE
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Northern exposure: after 18 months, Labor is still not fixing our air bases
Bradley Perrett • 36m ago
A Royal Australian Air Force A46 EA-18G Growler takes off at RAAF Base Darwin. Picture Defence
'Gone too far': councils scrap Acknowledgement of Country
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An Acknowledgement of Country pays respect to the Traditional Owners of the land a meeting or event is being held on. Picture file
Bittersweet time for Geoff, who fears dying with dignity will be difficult
Anna Houlahan Dan Holmes • 1hr ago
The legalisation of voluntary assisted dying laws has been bittersweet for Geoff Burch, who lost his wife Suzanne two years ago to cancer. Picture by Ash Smith
Comment
Northern exposure: after 18 months, Labor is still not fixing our air bases
Age of the Dragon
A Royal Australian Air Force A46 EA-18G Growler takes off at RAAF Base Darwin. Picture Defence
Bradley Perrett • 36m ago
Real Australia
Taste of the unexpected with farmers pranked on their Friday night at the pub
Chris McLennan • 1hr ago
There were lots of fun and games in town after the Wycheproof sheep sale, not much in the way of takeaway food.
Opinion
Poor little Jenkins, how will he cope with girls?
Garry Linnell • 1hr ago
Some people genuinely believe in the superiority of elite same-sex education. Picture Shutterstock
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World War II veteran Reg Chard in his home at Villawood, Sydney, NSW. Picture supplied
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Daniel Johns and David Helfgott in a still from the film. Picture supplied
Cultural exchange all in a day's work for Ebenezer
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ACT Senior Australian of the Year Ebenezer Banful. Picture by Salty Dingo
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Central Tablelands given water security boost
NSW Minister for Water Rose Jackson believes the $6.2 million investment is crucial for water security in the Central Tablelands. Picture supplied
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Tom Redenbach, Condobolin, Lilly Davies, Kyabram, Tatiana Taylor, Kyabram and Aaron Read, Forbes, at The Rock Charity Ball. Picture by Les Smith
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