News archive
This is an archive containing every news story ever posted on the BDT website. If you’re looking for a specific article, try the search box at the top right hand side of this page. Otherwise you can just browse the archive by selecting a year and month below.
November, 2011
Junior Bronco stands tall
Originally published: Wednesday, 30th November, 2011
Harry Trengove may not be the city’s tallest basketballer but he showed he can mix it with South Australia’s big guns at the recent Port Pirie junior carnival.
Sunny outlook for solar art show
Originally published: Wednesday, 30th November, 2011
The Palace Hotel, Bell’s Milk Bar, Broken Earth Cafe and the Sculptures are just a few of the places that have been considered as locations for a solar art exhibition next year.
‘By-pass no way to go’
Originally published: Wednesday, 30th November, 2011
City Council will tonight consider a confidential report into granting Perilya a licence to run a haulage road through the Willyama Common.
Princess for a day
Originally published: Wednesday, 30th November, 2011
With only a few days to go before the 2011 Broken Hill pageant, everything is coming together with last minute float entries and the crowning of the Pageant Princess.
Hostile reception
Originally published: Tuesday, 29th November, 2011
The Darling River has been hung out to dry by the document that could reshape water use across the Murray-Darling Basin.
Depleted Dogs bow out
Originally published: Tuesday, 29th November, 2011
It was a case of what might have been for an undermanned North Broken Hill side which was put out of the SA State Country Twenty20 Championship on Sunday.
Families invited to back BH Foundation
Originally published: Tuesday, 29th November, 2011
The BH Community Foundation last night officially launched its bequest program at the Regional Art Gallery.
Band to the rescue
Originally published: Monday, 28th November, 2011
A local band is putting on two specials shows to raise money for a little girl who suffers from a type of anaemia and needs a bone marrow transplant.
Basin plan is just the start
Originally published: Monday, 28th November, 2011
As the long-awaited Murray-Darling Basin Authority’s Plan finally reaches official release today, water experts around the country are stressing the need for sustainability in how we manage our liquid resources.
High hopes for iron ore mine
Originally published: Monday, 28th November, 2011
An iron project south of Broken Hill could have a mine life of up to 70 years, according to the chairman of Carpentaria Exploration Ltd.
Hostile reception
Originally published: Monday, 28th November, 2011
The Darling River has been hung out to dry by the document that could reshape water use across the Murray-Darling Basin.
Depleted Dogs bow out
Originally published: Monday, 28th November, 2011
It was a case of what might have been for an undermanned North Broken Hill side which was put out of the SA State Country Twenty20 Championship on Sunday.
All about Mary
Originally published: Saturday, 26th November, 2011
No one misses out with Mary. The Crown Princess of Denmark arrived at the Broken Hill RFDS base at precisely 10.25am yesterday where she was met by hundreds of exciited fans, many waving bouquets of flowers.
Magnetite find
Originally published: Saturday, 26th November, 2011
A magnetite ore deposit discovered just over the border in SA is a high quality resource that could find a ready market overseas, according to an exploration company.
Solar art for city
Originally published: Saturday, 26th November, 2011
Solar art will light up the night skies and show everyone a new form a sculpture when it hits the city next year.
North to close in on 20/20 final berth
Originally published: Saturday, 26th November, 2011
Dogs to warm up before facing Pt Pirie
Burke in hot water
Originally published: Friday, 25th November, 2011
Federal Minister for Water, Tony Burke, is preparing for protests against water cuts outlined in the Murray-Darling Basin Draft plan.
Xmas cheer
Originally published: Friday, 25th November, 2011
As Argent Street shop windows burst into life with Christmas colour, it is becoming increasingly obvious that the big day is fast approaching.
Regan’s rookie run
Originally published: Friday, 25th November, 2011
‘Son’ teaching new dog old tricks
Kids get ‘once in a lifetime’ royal opportunity
Originally published: Thursday, 24th November, 2011
Bright-eyed School of the Air students are tuning up for tomorrow’s royal performance in front of Crown Princess Mary of Denmark.
Standoff escalates
Originally published: Thursday, 24th November, 2011
NSW Police officers have to wait to take their industrial action to the next level which could have them refusing to respond to any but the most serious emergencies.
New equipment a welcome sight
Originally published: Thursday, 24th November, 2011
People forced to travel interstate for a five-minute eye diagnostic test have been spared the effort with the purchase of a $45,000 machine.
A goal scoring wiz
Originally published: Thursday, 24th November, 2011
Nikki Phillips has earned a reputation as one of the most dangerous forwards in BH soccer but now she wants to convert her goal-scoring prowess to Aussie Rules football.
Mixing up netball has paid off
Originally published: Wednesday, 23rd November, 2011
The BH Netball Association has seen a jump in interest in the round-robin mixed gender games which conclude tonight when eight teams take to the O’Neill Park courts.
Mixed fortunes as rain pours
Originally published: Wednesday, 23rd November, 2011
The rain has caused some trouble this week with closed roads and people being stranded in the bush.
Put parks to use
Originally published: Wednesday, 23rd November, 2011
State and National Parks should be leased back to graziers to make use of huge tracts of unused land, according to the Western Division of Councils.
Kitchen staff feeling the heat
Originally published: Wednesday, 23rd November, 2011
The Broken Hill Flying Doctor base has been working tirelessly for days to prepare for Crown Princess Mary’s Friday visit - and they are not the only ones.
RFDS readies for royals
Originally published: Tuesday, 22nd November, 2011
Staff at the Flying Doctor’s Broken Hill Base are eagerly preparing for the arrival of Crown Princess Mary of Denmark on Friday morning.
Cops hit Canberra
Originally published: Tuesday, 22nd November, 2011
Police officers across the State will protest outside of Parliament House today over the proposed changes to the police death and disability scheme.
Cricket rescue bid
Originally published: Tuesday, 22nd November, 2011
Radical changes are being formulated to try and rescue the future of junior cricket in Broken Hill.
Haulage road hope
Originally published: Monday, 21st November, 2011
City Council has requested $3 million for the haulage road in the latest round of Regional Development Australia funding.
Invitation to footy’s fast lane
Originally published: Monday, 21st November, 2011
Aspiring Under 18 football players are invited to take their game to a new level by taking part in the AFL NSW/ACT Talented Player Program (TPP).
Our best on show
Originally published: Saturday, 19th November, 2011
The Regional Aquatic Centre will come alive today with the Broken Hill Democratic Club two-day swim meet.
Christmas in the air
Originally published: Saturday, 19th November, 2011
Retailers are expecting Christmas decorations put up in town this week to spur on the shoppers as the festive season nears.
A torrent of trouble
Originally published: Saturday, 19th November, 2011
It began with a leak and mounted to a flood in just 24 hours, leaving bureaucrats, green groups and politicians up in arms at the early announcement of the most anticipated water policy in decades.
Royal visit’s no mere whim
Originally published: Saturday, 19th November, 2011
The countdown to Crown Mary Princess of Denmark’s visit to Broken Hill is on and while her stay will be brief, it should be one to remember.
A cricket party
Originally published: Friday, 18th November, 2011
BH junior cricket will enjoy a major celebration tomorrow as it prepares to chart a course that is hoped will guarantee the future of the sport in the Silver City.
Learning the steps to a different dance
Originally published: Friday, 18th November, 2011
Parenting is a “unique dance”.
Memorial Oval given makeover
Originally published: Friday, 18th November, 2011
The seats in the grandstand at the Memorial Oval have been replaced and other work is being done to improve the sports ground for patrons.
Uranium mines blocked
Originally published: Friday, 18th November, 2011
The NSW Government will not rethink its ban on uranium mining in the near future.
Brunch comes to the top of the town
Originally published: Thursday, 17th November, 2011
Broken Hill has a new option for breakfast that will leave the cereal, toast and bacon and eggs behind.
A time for giving
Originally published: Wednesday, 16th November, 2011
The joy of Christmas through the UnitingCare Christmas Appeal is once again set to reach people less fortunate than ourselves.
Police protest grows
Originally published: Wednesday, 16th November, 2011
Police across NSW will step up their industrial campaign against the State Government by staging a public rally outside NSW Parliament next week.
Ruddock leaves on winning note
Originally published: Wednesday, 16th November, 2011
David Ruddock may not have been completely ready to give up North’s top coaching role, but he has certainly gone out on a high.
MP embarks on anniversary flight
Originally published: Tuesday, 15th November, 2011
Federal MP Sussan Ley is flying through her electorate this week to mark her 10th year in office and to illustrate the sheer size of the seat of Farrer.
Rotary ready to roll with Christmas pageant
Originally published: Tuesday, 15th November, 2011
South Rotary is looking forward to its 19th year of organising the city’s Christmas pageant.
Female footy fix
Originally published: Tuesday, 15th November, 2011
Momentum continues to build for the creation of a women’s AFL competition in Broken Hill which could prove to be a vital component for the future of the sport.
As tradesmen flock to the mines business draws talent from overseas
Originally published: Tuesday, 15th November, 2011
By Erica Visser
A loner with a gift for cricket and words
Originally published: Monday, 14th November, 2011
SYDNEY - The playing career of celebrated cricket writer Peter Roebuck, who died on the weekend, was defined by a spectacular falling out with superstars Ian Botham, Viv Richards and Joel Garner.
Cherries almost a staple, it seems
Originally published: Monday, 14th November, 2011
A recent story in the BDT about a local man’s cherry tree has drawn cherry growers out of the woodwork.
Extra TV channels coming on air
Originally published: Monday, 14th November, 2011
Additional channels for the Broken Hill region are on track to commence, according to Southern Cross Austereo.
Potters’ show draws bumper crowd
Originally published: Monday, 14th November, 2011
By Kurtis Eichler
City to host Princess
Originally published: Saturday, 12th November, 2011
Crown Princess Mary of Denmark will visit Broken Hill in less than two weeks.
Businesses to provide more customer satisfaction
Originally published: Saturday, 12th November, 2011
Broken Hill businesses are rising to the challenge of improving customer service, according to Chamber of Commerce President, Paul Seager.
An insight into the Republic
Originally published: Saturday, 12th November, 2011
It’s an overcast Saturday in Broken Hill, two days after St Patrick’s Day, and the annual St Pat’s Race Day, Broken Hill’s Melbourne Cup, is due to begin.
The show must go on
Originally published: Saturday, 12th November, 2011
Not even a fall from the stage resulting in a broken arm could stop musical producer Marilyn Harris’ latest show.
Robin captures city's heart
Originally published: Friday, 11th November, 2011
Internationally-acclaimed photographer Robin Sellick will unveil his latest project tonight with visions that it will help the rest of Australia - and an international audience - understand Broken Hill a little better.
Hospital phones still out of service
Originally published: Friday, 11th November, 2011
The hospital’s phone system was still off-line yesterday after more than 36 hours.
Georgia seeking records
Originally published: Friday, 11th November, 2011
For most students the first year at High School is about fitting in to new surroundings and feeling your way, but 12-year-old Georgia Treloar is not your average Year 7 pupil.
Perilya powers up
Originally published: Thursday, 10th November, 2011
Perilya Resources has ramped up work at its Potosi lease, 1.4 kilometres east of Broken Hill.
A greener future
Originally published: Thursday, 10th November, 2011
This is an historic week that will change the lives of many Australians.
Warriors enlist for softball
Originally published: Thursday, 10th November, 2011
Importantly for the competition, the West Darling Warriors are made up of teenage students from BH High School, a move the association hopes will help guarantee the future of the sport.
Pageant draws near
Originally published: Wednesday, 9th November, 2011
The countdown to the city’s Christmas pageant is on.
Unique gifts at Pottery ‘n’ Craft Fair
Originally published: Wednesday, 9th November, 2011
People looking at buying presents this Christmas will have a little extra to choose from this weekend.
Nick carves them up
Originally published: Wednesday, 9th November, 2011
The West Cricket Club’s much vaunted bowling attack continues to dominate the early stages of the 2011-12 season with the Robins waltzing to a nine-wicket victory over Central in round four.
Christmas wishes on the way
Originally published: Tuesday, 8th November, 2011
With only 47 days until Christmas, children better hurry to get their wish lists to Santa.
Broadband lagging
Originally published: Tuesday, 8th November, 2011
City facing long wait for NBN access
Five-star felines
Originally published: Tuesday, 8th November, 2011
It could very well be labelled as the feline equivalent of a five-star-hotel.
Dylan turns it on
Originally published: Tuesday, 8th November, 2011
Exciting 18-year-old Broken Hill footballer Dylan Stuart is already drawing notice after just three appearances in the Northern Territory Football League (NTFL) in Darwin.
Priscilla fans to pour into Palace
Originally published: Monday, 7th November, 2011
Next year the city can expect to be inundated by Priscilla Queen of the Desert fans.
Bemax booming
Originally published: Monday, 7th November, 2011
Bemax Resources is set to double the operations of its mineral sands ventures in the Murray Basin.
A fine response
Originally published: Monday, 7th November, 2011
Police to target government revenue
Tough brake for rally duo
Originally published: Monday, 7th November, 2011
Rally enthusiasts enjoyed a dose of motorsport mayhem over the weekend as the ARB Silver City 600 Cross Country Rally roared out of the city.
Fun for the family
Originally published: Saturday, 5th November, 2011
The Regional Art Gallery will hold its annual Family Fun Day tomorrow and everyone is invited to come and join in.
Explosives found buried in garden
Originally published: Saturday, 5th November, 2011
A street near the North School was blocked off yesterday after a householder found a bag of gelignite in his garden.
Street party for festive season
Originally published: Saturday, 5th November, 2011
Patton Street will come alive with Christmas cheer next month when a community Christmas party is held in the thoroughfare.
Nurses schooled in delicate procedure
Originally published: Saturday, 5th November, 2011
By Emily Roberts
Big guns arrive
Originally published: Saturday, 5th November, 2011
BH is playing host to motorsport royalty this weekend with Australian offroad racing champion Bruce Garland heading the list of entries for the inaugural Silver City 600.
Council pursues Melbourne link
Originally published: Friday, 4th November, 2011
City Council will try to entice another airline to Broken Hill to provide a direct service to Melbourne and possibly Adelaide.
Striking back
Originally published: Friday, 4th November, 2011
The BH Softball Association has climbed off the canvas and an expanded two-match fixture will be the highlight of round two of the 2011-12 season at Jubilee Oval tonight.
Police take aim at drunk drivers
Originally published: Friday, 4th November, 2011
Concerned BH Police are in the midst of a blitz on drink-driving as they wrestle with an unacceptable road toll that has risen almost 50 per cent on 2008 data.
Country beauty
Originally published: Friday, 4th November, 2011
Local youngster Amelia Tremelling has made the final of the Miss Country Girl Australia competition.
Have a shop and help the kiddies
Originally published: Thursday, 3rd November, 2011
People who want to get an early start on their Christmas shopping or score a bargain should have a look at the BH Resource and Toy Library’s market day and car boot sale this weekend.
Smashing time awaits youngsters
Originally published: Thursday, 3rd November, 2011
Junior tennis swings into action at the O’Neill Park tennis complex on Saturday night under lights.
No place like home, the ex-Hillites say
Originally published: Thursday, 3rd November, 2011
‘The Great Broken Hill Reunion’ committee has decided to hold next year’s event in the city after the idea of running it on the Gold Coast or Adelaide received a frosty reception.
Wage offer an ‘insult’
Originally published: Wednesday, 2nd November, 2011
A teachers’ strike will go ahead this morning despite an award offer being made by the State Government on Monday afternoon.
White Cliffs’ history bequeathed to library
Originally published: Wednesday, 2nd November, 2011
It was the late Gwen Rowe’s dream to have the history of her beloved White Cliffs carried on for future generations.
Kidman & Co waxes in a good paddock
Originally published: Wednesday, 2nd November, 2011
Prime seasonal conditions and property sales have given pastoral giants S Kidman & Co a $20.4 million profit for the past financial year.
Mick’s ‘Boy’ goes out on winning note
Originally published: Wednesday, 2nd November, 2011
By John Casey
Barrys enjoy a great run
Originally published: Tuesday, 1st November, 2011
While millions of eyeballs will be fixated on Flemington at 2.30pm this afternoon for the running of the Melbourne Cup, BH horse trainer Barry Murray will be towing a one-horse float along the Silver City Highway and carefully scanning the road to avoid hitting any kangaroos.
Strike ‘necessary’
Originally published: Tuesday, 1st November, 2011
Parent’s are being told to contact their child’s school for information on whether they will have supervision during tomorrow’s teachers strike.
Ex-miner’s rock ‘remedy’
Originally published: Tuesday, 1st November, 2011
Contractors for the city’s new multi-million dollar shopping centre had overlooked a better option for breaking the hard rock on the site, according to a local man with more than 40 years’ mining experience.
Cup movie brings famed actor to city
Originally published: Tuesday, 1st November, 2011
Five-time Logie winner Martin Sacks surrendered his weapons and hit the racetrack for his new role in feature film ‘The Cup.’
