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Annabell wins inaugural honour

Country Education Foundation (CEF) today announced the inaugural 2025 Tim Fischer Fellow with the recipient on a clear mission to help school students in rural and regional communities access the right roadmap to fully realise their...

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26 Oct 2025

News

Young Mosque Opens Its Doors for National Mosque Open Day 2025

Like every year, the Young Mosque will once again take part in the National Mosque Open Day, welcoming the wider Hilltops community to visit, connect, and learn. The event will be held this Saturday, October 25, offering locals a chance to meet...

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26 Oct 2025

Horse Racing

Jockey from Young takes home Kosciuszko in Randwick triumph

Tyler Schiller enjoyed a standout day at Royal Randwick on Saturday, claiming victory in the prestigious Kosciuszko (1200 m) aboard Clear Thinking (GB). Trained by Paul Messara and Leah Gavranich, the young jockey guided the British-bred...

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26 Oct 2025

Community

Coast & Country volunteers recognised at state awards

The volunteer team from Coast & Country Community Services – Western Area were proudly represented at the 2025 NSW Volunteer Awards Ceremony in Orange on Friday, after being nominated for the prestigious Team of the Year Award. The nomination...

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19 Oct 2025

Events

Harden kite festival to mark 20th anniversary with spectacular program

The festival will take place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10am to 4pm at the Harden Racecourse, with entry by gold coin donation. David Munnerley, Events Coordinator for Hilltops Council, said the milestone year would be a standout. “The...

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12 Oct 2025

Community

LGBTQIA+ drag workshop empowers local youth

Young Town Hall came alive on Tuesday, 30 September, as local youth gathered for the LGBTQIA+ Drag Workshop, part of the Youth Passport Program. The four-hour workshop offered participants aged 12–24 the chance to dive into drag culture through...

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12 Oct 2025

Community

Excitement Builds for the 2025 Burrangong Picnic Races

The Burrangong Picnic Races are set to return this Saturday, October 11, promising an unforgettable day of country racing, live entertainment and community spirit. Gates open from midday, with racegoers encouraged to grab their tickets early and...

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12 Oct 2025

Events

Ready for sheep, music, art, and fireworks

Boorowa is ready to welcome thousands of visitors this October long weekend as the Irish Woolfest returns for 2025. The beloved event will once again celebrate the town’s proud wool industry and rich Irish heritage, with a packed program of...

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05 Oct 2025

Community

Young Girl Guides celebrate achievements at annual presentation afternoon

The Young Girl Guides District came together on Wednesday, September 17, for their annual Presentation Afternoon, a special event celebrating the hard work, growth, and dedication of local Guides over the past year. The afternoon began with the...

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05 Oct 2025

Community

Walking together to support veterans and first responders

Waler Walk is more than just a walking group, it’s a movement dedicated to connection, healing, and support, founded by veteran Dean Franklin to encourage Australians to come together through the simple yet powerful act of walking.“We walk to...

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28 Sep 2025