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Claire
Williams

Claire grew up on a sheep station north west of Hay, NSW, and went on to study Agricultural Science at Charles Sturt University. Her career then evolved into communications and journalism. Claire covers stories from Lockhart, Boree Creek, Coleambally and Darlington Point areas.

Lockhart

Fetch It For a Farmer founder is one to watch

Lockhart Shire Council 2021 Young Person of the Year, Annabelle Kingston was a finalist for the Women New South Wales, The One To Watch Award. Ms Kingston was nominated and selected as one of the top nine finalists in the award category. “The...

Claire Williams

25 Mar 2021

Lockhart

Mack theme sees drivers flock to truck show

A total of 87 Mack trucks made the pilgrimage to Lockhart for the annual Truck Show at the Lockhart Showground on March 6. Truck Show exhibit coordinator Trevor Slater was pleased with the number of exhibitors and spectators present at the show...

Claire Williams

18 Mar 2021

Our region

Hotel celebrates 21st birthday in style

Pleasant Hills Community Hotel popped the champagne and celebrated its 21st birthday on February 27. The hotel provided a two course meal, along with entertainment from Pete Denahy, a comical musician. Pleasant Hills Community Hotel secretary and...

Claire Williams

11 Mar 2021

Lockhart

Cyclists gear up for charity bike ride

Lockhart cyclists are preparing for a charity bike ride, Tour for Their Future, starting on March 12 following the Murray River from Albury to Goolwa, South Australia. Event organiser John Fox saw an opportunity to support the Sebastian Foundation...

Claire Williams

04 Mar 2021

Lockhart

Pair recognised for Can Assist contributions

John and Mary Irons receive their life membership award from Vicki Meyer, Can Assist president. Photo: Supplied Lockhart residents Mary and John Irons have been awarded a life membership award for their service and contributions to the Can Assist...

Claire Williams

04 Mar 2021

Lockhart

Dementia diagnosis prompts walk to remember

Dawn, Stan and Rohan Hall participating in Dementia Australia’s Memory Walk and Jog. Photo: Supplied Urana resident Kerrie Gooden has raised $5749 for Dementia Australia by taking part in the Memory Walk and Jog, pushing her mum in a wheelchair...

Claire Williams

04 Mar 2021