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.
May, 2017
Lawrie rises to challenge
Originally published: Wednesday, 31st May, 2017
Broken Hillite Lawrence ‘Lawrie’ Hutton has been flying planes for nearly 30 years, but he said it was more chance than anything that got him started.
RFDS ball switches halls
Originally published: Tuesday, 30th May, 2017
There’s been a last-minute change of venue but the annual Flying Doctor ball is still a goer this weekend.
How’z Ya Mate?
Originally published: Monday, 29th May, 2017
A roofing company has donated over $11,000 to Lifeline to help raise awareness about men’s health.
The Big Australian calls out to Hill
Originally published: Saturday, 27th May, 2017
BHP has announced some 350 jobs are opening up at its Olympic Dam mine in South Australia.
Heritage listing for Radium Hill
Originally published: Saturday, 27th May, 2017
It’s been a long time coming for at least one former resident but Radium Hill, the site of Australia’s first uranium mine, has now been recognised for its heritage value.
League leaders set to march on
Originally published: Saturday, 27th May, 2017
Ladder leaders South look set to dish out a football lesson this afternoon when they take on West at the Alma Oval.
Rifle hunt
Originally published: Friday, 26th May, 2017
Police have “grave concerns” they were unable to locate a rifle that a man was allegedly brandishing in a photo that he sent to a former partner he was threatening.
Cumming in squad
Originally published: Friday, 26th May, 2017
Broken Hill export Isaac Cumming has taken a step closer to his AFL debut after being named in an extended squad for Greater Western Sydney’s match against West Coast.
Company targets events
Originally published: Thursday, 25th May, 2017
Buses R Us, the company that’s been taking the people of Broken Hill to Adelaide for almost a decade, is about to make their local presence even stronger.
Headspace available now
Originally published: Thursday, 25th May, 2017
Young people and their families and friends are being encouraged to access the interim service while the headspace building is being renovated.
Civic Centre shuts
Originally published: Wednesday, 24th May, 2017
The newly-renovated Civic Centre has been shut down just days after being officially re-opened by Deputy Premier John Barlilaro at The Nationals Conference.
Matt makes time for passion
Originally published: Wednesday, 24th May, 2017
IT’S often said that you’ll learn more about a person on a round a golf than you will from most of life’s other activities.
Hub jumps ahead
Originally published: Monday, 22nd May, 2017
The YMCA’s Wellness Hub is moving in leaps and bounds with the announcement of the project managers and the transition of the gym to a new location.
Students ‘short-changed’
Originally published: Saturday, 20th May, 2017
Teachers in Broken Hill have written hundreds of postcards in the past week urging the State Government to persevere in its efforts to keep the Gonski funding policy for schools.
Lounge future in doubt
Originally published: Thursday, 18th May, 2017
The Seniors Lounge at the North Mine Hall in Elizabeth Park is growing in popularity, but organisers say it’s in danger of closing unless funds are found.
Teen faces arson charge
Originally published: Thursday, 18th May, 2017
Police have charged a 15-year-old local boy with stealing and torching a car in the city this week.
Nats Praise
Originally published: Thursday, 18th May, 2017
A Broken Hill icon has praised the efforts of the National Party and the local member for their contribution to the city.
Bush boy to take on sea challenge
Originally published: Thursday, 18th May, 2017
Most would know Brendan Cullen for his ability on the footy field in Broken Hill or for chasing sheep around a paddock, but not as a swimmer.
Stations’ doors open
Originally published: Wednesday, 17th May, 2017
Firefighters are once again throwing open their doors and encouraging locals to come along to have a look at the station.
Life filled with music
Originally published: Wednesday, 17th May, 2017
THE Barrier Industrial Union’s Band vice-president Ray Sayers has played at nearly 70 Anzac Day ceremonies over the years, and the sun hasn’t set on him yet.
Doors shut on shop
Originally published: Tuesday, 16th May, 2017
When Craig Lawrence closes the doors of his Oxide Street newsagency at one o’clock this Sunday, it will be for the last time.
More cars torched
Originally published: Tuesday, 16th May, 2017
The spate of cars being stolen and set alight continued yesterday when two were found burning within an hour.
Tick and Flick
Originally published: Tuesday, 16th May, 2017
WaterNSW is calling for members of the community to represent Broken Hill on a committee for the Murray to Broken Hill pipeline, however it seems they may struggle to find willing participants.
Celtic on top
Originally published: Tuesday, 16th May, 2017
Round two of Broken Hill soccer was played over the weekend with the seniors in action on Sunday afternoon.
One of city’s finest honoured with medal
Originally published: Monday, 15th May, 2017
A well-known police officer in Broken Hill during the ‘60s and ‘70s - Reginald Pinkerton - was awarded his National Police Service Medal on Saturday night during a reunion of more 100 former officers who served in the Far West.
Loan doubt
Originally published: Monday, 15th May, 2017
A Broken Hill councillor has hit back at City Council’s ‘worst case scenario’ regarding the proposed $10 million loan, saying the real worst case scenario is the end of Broken Hill.
Brown’s big haul
Originally published: Monday, 15th May, 2017
Despite another last quarter fight back, Central were easy winners over West on Saturday at the Jubilee Oval to the tune of 48 points.
Zing by Kelstar
Originally published: Monday, 15th May, 2017
Life’s too short to wear boring earrings, says Kelly Mawby, a clerk by day, jewellery designer by night.
Vets warn of new strain
Originally published: Monday, 15th May, 2017
A new strain of the deadly parvovirus has been discovered in Australia, with vets warning pet owners to look out for their dogs.
Farewell Duck
Originally published: Saturday, 13th May, 2017
Tibooburra locals turned out in droves last week to farewell one of their own.
Monster Madness coming to BH
Originally published: Saturday, 13th May, 2017
The Broken Hill Speedway is set to erupt with six of the best Monster Trucks from Australia and the United States for one crazy, action-packed night of family entertainment.
Solar power drain
Originally published: Saturday, 13th May, 2017
The sun may be setting on solar, as many customers in Broken Hill are having serious issues following the end of the Solar Bonus Scheme.
Help them help us
Originally published: Friday, 12th May, 2017
The Salvation Army is exploring new ways of raising money for its annual Red Shield Appeal, but it still needs to raise an army of volunteers to walk the city’s streets for the door-knock event.
Boost for region
Originally published: Thursday, 11th May, 2017
The federal budget could deliver extra apprenticeships to Broken Hill and boost plans for an airport upgrade, according to Parkes MP Mark Coulton.
Hindy shares his story
Originally published: Wednesday, 10th May, 2017
A former rugby league star was in Broken Hill yesterday to share his story with problem gambling and set an example for the younger generation.
Visitors ‘fly in’
Originally published: Tuesday, 9th May, 2017
The Aero Club of Broken Hill hosted the Cessna 200 Series Association’s biannual ‘Fly In’ over the weekend, which saw dozens of people from across the country descend on Broken Hill.
Nurses reunite for tribute
Originally published: Monday, 8th May, 2017
The Broken Hill Base Hospital’s 130th anniversary was also an opportunity for former work colleagues and friends to get together and reminisce.
West chance
Originally published: Saturday, 6th May, 2017
An under-strength and under-sized South team travel to the Jube today to take on a West team desperate to kick-start their season.
Hodgins steps up
Originally published: Saturday, 6th May, 2017
North’s first venture over the hill occurs today as they are hosted by Central at the Alma.
Larger than life
Originally published: Saturday, 6th May, 2017
Entertainer extraordinaire Andrew Beven will long be remembered as a fun-loving person who impacted so many lives, a funeral service for the talented performer was told yesterday.
Tourism expert backs big loan
Originally published: Friday, 5th May, 2017
A local tourism company has come out in support of City Council’s move to secure a $10 million loan.
North punches true
Originally published: Friday, 5th May, 2017
Local boxer Darrell North has continued his winning ways with victories in both the NSW and Queensland state masters titles.
Wild beauties for Hill
Originally published: Friday, 5th May, 2017
An outback property set on saving Snowy Mountain horses from being culled will soon be setting up clinics to help provide the horses with a home.
Vision for Silver City
Originally published: Friday, 5th May, 2017
A new service is set to make the lives of blind or vision impaired locals a little easier.
Those who served the Silver City
Originally published: Thursday, 4th May, 2017
There are so many great names synonymous with the 130 years of hospital service to our city.
Petition for better rail service
Originally published: Wednesday, 3rd May, 2017
A concerned local is petitioning the state and federal governments to improve rail services between Broken Hill, Sydney and Adelaide.
The Silver City: A medical history
Originally published: Tuesday, 2nd May, 2017
The pioneers of Broken Hill and surrounding areas were, by necessity, tough and hardy.
Big journey for Stuart
Originally published: Monday, 1st May, 2017
A Broken Hill police officer is walking 200km to help people feel as though they are not alone.
