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.
December, 2018
Maighan on move
Originally published: Monday, 31st December, 2018
Maighan Mashford will be bringing in the New Year on the other side of the world as she joins the small group of locals who have travelled for sport with Wanderers Australia.
Five times limit
Originally published: Monday, 31st December, 2018
Police have renewed calls for motorists to be safe on the roads during the holidays after an unlicensed driver was caught almost five times the legal limit late last week.
Young talent rises
Originally published: Monday, 31st December, 2018
A number of promising local junior footballers have made the cut after the GWS Giants released their 2019 Academy squads.
Bird numbers drop
Originally published: Monday, 31st December, 2018
A former river guide at Menindee says he has never seen so few birds on the lakes.
Horrible death
Originally published: Saturday, 29th December, 2018
Dead and dying corellas were found at Sturt Park on Thursday night and one local group suspects it could be due to the heat and lack of water.
Help furry friends
Originally published: Saturday, 29th December, 2018
As the heatwave continues the RSPCA has provided some simple tips to encourage local pet owners to cool down their furry companions.
80GL not enough
Originally published: Saturday, 29th December, 2018
The 80-gigalitre drought reserve proposed for the Menindee Lakes was unrealistic because it would last only six months, according to local graziers.
Young sportsman faces battle
Originally published: Saturday, 29th December, 2018
It’s often said that the worst of circumstances brings out the best in the community and that is the case for young sportsman Judd Carpenter.
Kangaroos’ rise lifts veteran
Originally published: Saturday, 29th December, 2018
As a veteran at the South Cricket Club, Jason Harvey has seen his fair share of ups and downs but the form of the side this season gives him plenty of hope.
HEAT WAVE
Originally published: Friday, 28th December, 2018
Broken Hill is headed towards sweltering 40 degree weather for the rest of the week and the start of next week, according to the Bureau of Meteorology.
Candidate on move
Originally published: Friday, 28th December, 2018
Taking a fishing boat into land stricken by drought and a wrecked river might seem a hopeless mission but that’s what one political candidate is doing for the New Year celebrations.
Weir project stalls ramp
Originally published: Friday, 28th December, 2018
A new boat ramp for Wilcannia has been postponed due to uncertainty over the location of the town’s new $30 million weir.
Year of Shakespeare
Originally published: Friday, 28th December, 2018
Local teacher Thomas Ng will next year be participating in the Bell Shakespeare Regional Teacher Mentorship.
Sailor of year
Originally published: Thursday, 27th December, 2018
Petty Officer Marine Technician Tyron Craft has been awarded the inaugural Steel Cat of the Year Award and Sailor of the Year at a ceremony on the HMAS Brisbane III.
Baby kangaroos need our help
Originally published: Thursday, 27th December, 2018
A volunteer wildlife rescue group that spends almost $1000 a month on milk supplements is in dire need of public assistance.
It doesn’t add up: Senator
Originally published: Thursday, 27th December, 2018
The appalling state of the Lower Darling River showed that the Murray-Darling Basin Plan was far from a done deal, according to Senator Rex Patrick.
Grazier to join Antarctica crew
Originally published: Thursday, 27th December, 2018
Anika Molesworth has been selected as one of 95 women from around the world to attend a leadership program in Antarctica.
Lachlan finds his feet
Originally published: Thursday, 27th December, 2018
As one of the rookies tasked with taking the West Cricket Club forward, Lachlan Kaye has made great strides over the past 18 months in A Grade.
Dogs on their merry way
Originally published: Monday, 24th December, 2018
The North Bulldogs will remain undefeated heading into the Christmas break after proving too strong for Central in A Grade cricket on Saturday.
Clinical South go 6-2
Originally published: Monday, 24th December, 2018
Four wickets from Laurence Hebbard and an unbeaten 40 by Matt Reavill has guided South to a simple six-wicket victory over West in round nine of the Demo Club A Grade competition.
BH artist adds to collection
Originally published: Monday, 24th December, 2018
On the outskirts of Condoblin lies a field of dead utes but it is far from being a graveyard.
Number four lands
Originally published: Monday, 24th December, 2018
After 60 hours of flight, a RFDS Beechcraft Kingair has made its way from Wichita USA to Broken Hill.
Candidates tour river
Originally published: Sunday, 23rd December, 2018
Barwon candidate Roy Butler is travelling out with MDBA whistle-blower Bill Johnson to look into the science around the Darling River.
Stars of Christmas
Originally published: Saturday, 22nd December, 2018
One Christmas lights display that has shone as bright as the star of Bethlehem for almost 40 years belongs to the Everett family.
Rebekah signs off
Originally published: Saturday, 22nd December, 2018
Local ABC Presenter Rebekah Lowe says she’ll miss the Hill, its people and its places after giving her final broadcast yesterday and reflecting on her time in the Silver City.
North with mental edge
Originally published: Saturday, 22nd December, 2018
Ladder leaders North will take on Central at the Jubilee Oval in the final round before the Christmas Holiday break.
River review
Originally published: Saturday, 22nd December, 2018
The management of water for the environment in the Lower Darling River is under review, says the NSW Department of Industry-Water.
Robins with a chance
Originally published: Saturday, 22nd December, 2018
Both South and West will be eager to take a win and momentum into the holiday break when they clash today at the Alma Oval.
Watch out for parcels
Originally published: Friday, 21st December, 2018
With Christmas almost here the local police are reminding residents to be wary of thieves when organising drop-off points for Christmas packages and letters.
Welcome traffic
Originally published: Friday, 21st December, 2018
Christmas is just days away and Argent Street businesses are feeling the Christmas spirit with people turning to the local shops for their gifts.
Big score beckons for Dutch Bulldog
Originally published: Friday, 21st December, 2018
It’s rare that Broken Hill has an international sportsperson among their ranks but that’s been the case for the North Cricket Club this season.
RIVER MAN GOES ROGUE
Originally published: Friday, 21st December, 2018
Staunch Darling River advocate, NSW Greens MP Jeremy Buckingham, has quit the party and will stand as an independent at the state election in March.
Dire state of the Darling River a national disgrace
Originally published: Thursday, 20th December, 2018
Fish populations around Menindee would take a long time to recover after a massive kill on the weekend, West Darling Fishing Club president Robert Bosch said yesterday.
Design for movement
Originally published: Thursday, 20th December, 2018
The 25in25 movement has a new official logo which was designed by local graphic designer, Deanna Spicer.
Jan wins the goodies
Originally published: Thursday, 20th December, 2018
The Broken Hill Rotary Club held its Christmas Stocking Draw at Westside Plaza over the weekend with Jan Allison winning the stocking full of goodies.
Ripe for picking
Originally published: Thursday, 20th December, 2018
Grape harvesting will start soon in Menindee where the Lombardo brothers run one of the three vinyards left in the town.
Couple come home after little stint
Originally published: Wednesday, 19th December, 2018
Colin and Barbara Harvey are finishing up at the Little Topar roadhouse after 29 years.
River fish kill probe
Originally published: Wednesday, 19th December, 2018
Lack of flows and the continuing drought have been blamed for the deaths of hundreds of fish along the Darling River over the weekend.
Second provider for Algate House
Originally published: Wednesday, 19th December, 2018
With recent community concern that Algate House was about to be privatised, the Program Coordinator for the disability service has reassured locals that that’s not the case and instead a second service provider will be joining Salvation Army at the facility.
Restrictions kill off assets
Originally published: Wednesday, 19th December, 2018
Burke Ward Oval and other public assets like the Norm Fox Oval are dying off due to the impact of water restrictions within the community, says Councillor Tom Kennedy.
Massive fish kill
Originally published: Tuesday, 18th December, 2018
The state of the river near Menindee has left residents and property owners shocked and disgusted.
Park’s big plans
Originally published: Tuesday, 18th December, 2018
The Broken Hill Tourist Park is powering ahead with plans to develop a new holiday park location.
Victory takes a classic
Originally published: Tuesday, 18th December, 2018
Just one B Grade game went ahead last weekend after Friday’s rain spoiled most of Broken Hill’s cricket action and it was North who took the points thanks to skipper Ben Victory.
High achievers
Originally published: Tuesday, 18th December, 2018
Year twelve students across the state received their Higher School Certificate results at the end of last week and Broken Hill students, as always, produced some outstanding results.
Dugout licences under fire
Originally published: Monday, 17th December, 2018
The NSW Department of Industry’s handling of White Cliffs dugout licences has come under fire from some of the town’s residents who complain of a bureaucratic nightmare.
Photo features on iconic poster
Originally published: Monday, 17th December, 2018
The St Patrick’s race meeting posters have arrived and are ready for distribution.
Time to take a stand
Originally published: Monday, 17th December, 2018
Irresponsible water ministers could derail water reform and it was time the “voices of rationality and science” stood up to them, a former National Water Commissioner has said.
Apprentice to fit the part
Originally published: Monday, 17th December, 2018
Another local apprenticeship is available, for those who’ve just finished school, with Formula Parts and Services looking for an Apprentice Parts Interpreter.
Mobile phone usage will be restricted in schools
Originally published: Saturday, 15th December, 2018
The President of the Barrier Teachers Association, Maureen Clark, has welcomed the state government’s move to ban mobile phones in public primary schools during school hours.
Sunday school wraps up
Originally published: Saturday, 15th December, 2018
The children in the St James’ Church Sunday School are well prepared for their final Children’s Service of the year.
Triple threat in form at SA Country Cup
Originally published: Saturday, 15th December, 2018
A trio of talented local junior cricketers plied their trade for Murray Districts-Barrier at this week’s Under 16s Country Cup in South Australia.
Historic move for plan
Originally published: Saturday, 15th December, 2018
The Menindee Lakes Water Saving Project will be funded and Aboriginal representatives appointed to the Murray-Darling Basin Authority Board, it was decided at a meeting of water ministers yesterday.
T20 bash should be a beaut
Originally published: Saturday, 15th December, 2018
With West and Central looking increasingly like they’ll battle it out for third spot this season, today’s T20 clash is vitally important to each club’s finals hopes.
Night game opener
Originally published: Friday, 14th December, 2018
The first game under lights for the 2018/19 season is set for tonight between South and North at the Jubilee Oval if the weather allows.
Irish green has North grinning
Originally published: Friday, 14th December, 2018
Work has almost been completed at the North Lawn Bowls Club with brand new synthetic greens being installed following a grant from the NSW Government.
Delving into history
Originally published: Friday, 14th December, 2018
Robert Johnson, after 20 years of research, has released a book on the history of the Catholic Church in Broken Hill.
Council to save money with high-tech project
Originally published: Friday, 14th December, 2018
A smart technology project involving solar panels and wind turbines will take several public assets “off the grid” and save City Council money.
Books in need of good homes
Originally published: Friday, 14th December, 2018
Willyama High School SRC is hosting a Used Book Sale this weekend to ensure all the library’s old books don’t go to waste.
Traffic jam
Originally published: Thursday, 13th December, 2018
A large truck broke down around the corner of Williams and Iodide Streets yesterday.
Basin plan scrutiny
Originally published: Thursday, 13th December, 2018
The Murray-Darling Basin Ministerial Council will meet in Melbourne tomorrow but local MP Kevin Humphries’ proposal for the Menindee Lakes is not on the agenda.
Time to donate
Originally published: Thursday, 13th December, 2018
Lucy Aeschlimann (4) has donated a lovely gift to the BDT’s Christmas Appeal.
ELECTRICITY OFF-LOAD
Originally published: Thursday, 13th December, 2018
State Government rushes to sell network
Roo shooters struggle
Originally published: Wednesday, 12th December, 2018
Professional kangaroo shooters are finding the pickings slim with the drought, the onset of summer and the sky-high cost of electricity.
Special day for Aileen
Originally published: Wednesday, 12th December, 2018
Aileen Tyler celebrated her 90th birthday yesterday with family and friends from near and far at St Anne’s Nursing Home.
Proposal full of holes: Butler
Originally published: Wednesday, 12th December, 2018
The Shooters, Fishers and Farmers candidate for Barwon, Roy Butler, has shot down local MP Kevin Humphries’ proposal for the Menindee Lakes Water Saving Project.
Report says MP’s plan can’t work
Originally published: Tuesday, 11th December, 2018
MP Kevin Humphries’ plan to save the Menindee Lakes doesn’t hold water, according to a new investigation.
More jobs needed in the bush
Originally published: Tuesday, 11th December, 2018
A community forum was held last night, with public sector issues such as job cuts and privatisation the hot topic as Barwon candidates took questions and pitched their policies.
Support for Pro
Originally published: Tuesday, 11th December, 2018
The Regional Art Gallery Advisory Committee has voted to support renaming the airport road “Pro Hart Way”.
Harrison receives extra helping hand
Originally published: Tuesday, 11th December, 2018
The local Country Women’s Association (CWA) has awarded a $500 scholarship to Harrison Ashby.
Adams triple, but Betro the winner
Originally published: Monday, 10th December, 2018
Harness racing driver Anthony Adams had a night out at the Rocky Baker Memorial Paceway on Saturday night, scoring three wins and a second place from his four starts.
Access for people with a disability
Originally published: Monday, 10th December, 2018
Council is developing a new website to better serve and inform the local community, and is inviting locals to browse the site and provide feedback.
MDBA split proposal
Originally published: Monday, 10th December, 2018
A federal inquiry into allegations of theft and corruption in the Murray-Darling Basin says a new independent authority is needed to deal with law breaking on the river system.
Cinema DA pops
Originally published: Monday, 10th December, 2018
A Silver City Cinema development application has been approved giving the cinema an early Christmas present.
Paraglider dies in Outback
Originally published: Monday, 10th December, 2018
A French paraglider attempting to break a world distance record was found dead near Ivanhoe yesterday after being reported missing the night before.
Film screening for Aids Day
Originally published: Saturday, 8th December, 2018
A screening of the film BPM will take place tonight at the Regional Art Gallery as part of the World Aids Day campaign.
Top and bottom
Originally published: Saturday, 8th December, 2018
The R K Sanderson Basketball Stadium is currently being worked on with new roofs and floors expected to be in place before the current season continues at the end of January.
Truck melts
Originally published: Saturday, 8th December, 2018
A hay-laden semi-trailer erupted in flames on the Barrier Highway yesterday, bringing traffic to a halt about 15 kilometres southwest of Cockburn.
Sunset Strip to vote
Originally published: Saturday, 8th December, 2018
The residents of Sunset Strip will vote whether to support Barwon MP Kevin Humphries’ proposal for Menindee Lakes.
Vintage party out the South
Originally published: Saturday, 8th December, 2018
Those wanting to kick off Christmas early can partake in a ‘Vintage Christmas Out the South’.
Back on track
Originally published: Friday, 7th December, 2018
The new Broken Hill Harness Racing season starts tomorrow night with five races on the card.
Jet ambos take to African sky
Originally published: Friday, 7th December, 2018
The former boss of the local Royal Flying Doctor Service, Captain Clyde Thomson, has officiated at the unveiling of the African Flying Doctors’ first jet air ambulance.
Test in progress
Originally published: Friday, 7th December, 2018
Water that has been spotted along the Wentworth to Broken Hill pipeline route is part of its testing phase.
Love rules: Sandra and Will
Originally published: Friday, 7th December, 2018
Sandra and Will Evitts were married fifty years ago today. From friends, skating and dance partners to life partners and still the best of friends.
Help on way for parched river people
Originally published: Thursday, 6th December, 2018
For the second time in three years, water is to be carted to people living on the Darling River and the Menindee lakes.
Country cricket Adelaide honour
Originally published: Thursday, 6th December, 2018
A proposal championed by Yorke Peninsula’s “Mr Cricket”, Ian Ravenscroft, the Chairman of the South Australian Country Cricket, five years ago has come to fruition.
Women share dignity
Originally published: Thursday, 6th December, 2018
A positive response to a Share the Dignity campaign has seen a room filled with bags and goods to be donated to local women in need.
$5000 for winner
Originally published: Thursday, 6th December, 2018
A competition with prizemoney of $5000 has opened for those interested in designing the city’s new gateway signs, but one councillor believes the cash incentive wasn’t needed.
To Japan and back
Originally published: Thursday, 6th December, 2018
In September, fifteen Willyama High School students embarked on the excursion of a lifetime when they travelled to Japan.
Big shed rises
Originally published: Wednesday, 5th December, 2018
Nejaim Steel is on the hunt for more people to join the team as their massive new shed inches towards completion.
Pub assaults plummet
Originally published: Wednesday, 5th December, 2018
In the last seven years, assault rates at licensed premises have dropped by over half in the region.
Of music and theatre
Originally published: Wednesday, 5th December, 2018
MARILYN Harris’ passion and enthusiasm for music and theatre is very well known around Broken Hill, all of which began at an early age.
Many cultures, one team
Originally published: Tuesday, 4th December, 2018
Over the past few years the South Broken Hill Cricket Club has established itself as a home for some of the cricket-mad immigrants that have made their way to Broken Hill.
Water wise
Originally published: Tuesday, 4th December, 2018
If you see Allan Visser watering his garden, don’t worry, it’s all from his many water saving techniques.
Lake bid sinks
Originally published: Tuesday, 4th December, 2018
A 25in25 Committee proposal to look at how Imperial Lakes could become a community recreation spot, and how the state government could help facilitate that, has been shot down by local MP Kevin Humphries in favour of a Stephens Creek recreational area instead.
Jail drama
Originally published: Tuesday, 4th December, 2018
Police rushed to the local jail yesterday afternoon and quickly surrounded the perimeter to thwart any escape by prisoners.
Hannah leads way with scholarship
Originally published: Monday, 3rd December, 2018
A former resident of Broken Hill, Hannah Brimstone, has been awarded the New Colombo Plan Scholarship 2019.
Roos settle in second
Originally published: Monday, 3rd December, 2018
South are sitting comfortably in second spot on the Demo Club A Grade ladder following a 12-run win over West in Saturday’s T20 clash at the Jubilee Oval.
All-round Howard powers North
Originally published: Monday, 3rd December, 2018
Another stellar performance with both bat and ball from Codie Howard has led North to their seventh straight win of the season, defeating Central by 43 runs on Saturday.
Almost perfect end to big day
Originally published: Monday, 3rd December, 2018
The scene was set for a magnificent closing act to the day’s festivities on Saturday night, but a dust storm and then rain robbed Perfect Light Film Festival organisers of a fairy-tale finish.
Trio jailed over Argent St brawl
Originally published: Saturday, 1st December, 2018
Three men who attacked a man outside the offices of a prisoner reintegration service in the main street have been sentenced to jail.
Water restrictions
Originally published: Saturday, 1st December, 2018
Broken Hill will go on Level 1 water restrictions today after no significant inflows to the Darling or local water catchment areas.
Crunch time for West
Originally published: Saturday, 1st December, 2018
The Demo Club A Grade competition returns to the shortest format of T20 this weekend with South and West in an important clash at the Jubilee Oval.
Lee’s in the park
Originally published: Saturday, 1st December, 2018
Lee’s International Taekwondo will be having a barbecue and display at Sturt Park today before participating in the Christmas Pageant.
Scratchie scam
Originally published: Saturday, 1st December, 2018
Local resident Brian Fenton visited the BDT on Friday, highlighting a recent scam he received in the hopes that others would become aware of it and remain vigilant to similar ones.
Pies face dominant Dogs
Originally published: Saturday, 1st December, 2018
Central picked up their first win last weekend and will be fighting to make it two in a row against the in-form defending premiers North in today’s second T20 game at the Jubilee Oval.
