Following calls from Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke for NSW Minister for Agriculture Tara Moriarty to do more for farmers and communities affected by drought, the Minister has announced further support.

The region went from 40-plus degree heat to a soaking two weeks later

Hilltops Council has the backing of Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke on a number of priority issues following the 2026 Cootamundra Electorate Mayoral Summit last Friday.

Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has said premier Chris Minns has lost control following Labor supporting a Royal Commission into water management.

Riding for the Disabled (RDA) in Young will be holding a morning tea on Tuesday the 10th February 2026 at the Young Pony Club grounds.

Hilltops Off The Beaten Track returns: 64 events colour up the region in a two-week arts celebration.