The Daily Advertiser
Friday, 29 March 2024
Rita Craig celebrates her 100th birthday.
Taylor Dodge
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Wagga family's Easter tradition lives on.
Taylor Dodge
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Estella Storm look to help grow rugby league in the region.
Courtney Rees
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Estella Storm players Shannon Pike, Beck Lally and Shanae Pope are looking forward to helping Group Nine launch their first women's rugby league competition this season. Picture by Les Smith
Hats, chicken dazzle crowd at Easter parade.
Taylor Dodge
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North Wagga Public School year four student Shelby Hubbard stole the show with his pet chook. Picture by Les Smith
A royal commission into suicide in the Australian Defence Force looks to spark "long-overdue" and "much-needed" change in defence culture.
Belad Al-Karkhey • 2hrs ago
ADF chief General Angus Campbell has apologised "unreservedly" for the shortcomings of the military. (HANDOUT/ROYAL COMMISSION INTO DEFENCE AND VETERAN SUICIDE)
Armaguard is still keen to negotiate a cash injection from some of the nation's biggest banks and retailers after rejecting a $26 million deal.
Rachael Ward • 2hrs ago
Armaguard has rejected a $26 million funding boost from a group of big banks and retailers. (Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS)
Two charged with fraud offences after retailer report.
Taylor Dodge
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A man and woman who were arrested in Lake Albert have appeared in court. File picture
Popular seafood spot only open for one day.
Taylor Dodge
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Fisherman's Seafood Paradise Colin Dedini has a few favourite delecicies he recommendations resident try this Good Friday, including fresh lobster. Picture by Tom Dennis
Riverina firefighter Samuel McPaul lost his life near Jingellic in 2019.
Blair Thomson
McCormack vows to refer matter to the AFP.
Taylor Dodge and Daisy Huntly
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Federal member for the Riverina Michael McCormack has raised his concerns after a racist letter was dropped in mailboxes across Lake Albert. File picture
He currently leads the series by a point ahead of the last race.
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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Teenage triathlete Ben Devries is hoping to finish his Riverina Tri Series campaign with a strong result in West Wyalong. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
'Even more Aussies can take advantage of our low-cost airfares.'
Layton Holley
Customers can now book flights in and out of Albury via the Bonza website. Picture by Mark Jesser
The 22-year-old apprentice was inspired by his former geologist dad.
Andrew Mangelsdorf
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Wagga's go-to guide for what's open this Easter holiday period.
Kristie Webster
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What's on and open this Easter long weekend in Wagga
Mother, daughter join forces to fight melanoma.
Taylor Dodge
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We look at every club ahead of the new Riverina League season.
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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Narrandera coach Mark Carroll, Turvey Park coach Cal Dooley, MCUE coach Nelson Foley, GGGM coach Sam Martyn, Collingullie-Wagga co-coach Nick Perryman and Coolamon coach Gavin McMahon at the AFL Riverina season launch on Wednesday. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
Motorists are being asked to drive safe.
Taylor Dodge
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Riverina Highway Patrol Traffic Inspector Darren Moulds is warning motorists to behave over the Easter holiday period. Picture by Taylor Dodge
Coaches have their say on the teams to beat in 2024.
Matt Malone and Jimmy Meiklejohn
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North Wagga coach Damien Papworth, The Rock-Yerong Creek co-coach Heath Russell, Northern Jets' coach Jack Harper, East Wagga-Kooringal coach Jake Barrett, Marrar assistant coach Zach Walgers, TRYC co-coach Brad Aiken and Charles Sturt University co-coach Trent Cohalan at the AFL Riverina season launch on Wednesday. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
Police allege the man fatally hit a cyclist with a truck on Monday.
Andrew Mangelsdorf
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Captains have their say on finals structure, grand final location.
Tahlia Sinclair
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Southern NSW Women's League captains have split opinions on how finals should progress. Pictures: file
It was remarkable more people were not killed: coroner's findings.
Jack Gramenz
A Wagga truck driver has been convicted for several offences.
Taylor Dodge
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Wagga man fined more than $40k for heavy vehicle offences. Picture by NSW Police
More than 2,500 families missing a loved one this Easter.
Anna Houlahan
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Support for magpie who bonded with pet dog to return home.
Anna McGuinness
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Staffies Peggy and Ruby with Molly the magpie. Pictures via Instagram/@peggyandmolly
With the colder months flu season returns.
Sophia Baker
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People are getting vaccinated against the flu. Shutterstock
Coles sold nearly 50 million hot cross buns since Boxing Day
Anna McGuinness
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Coles' Taylors Hill bakery team has sold more hot cross buns than any other location in the country. Picture supplied by Coles
'We see each other at least once every day, if not more.'
Anna McGuinness
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Peter Hill and Ron Hooper have been neighbours and good friends for more than 20 years. Picture supplied by Levande
Luke McCarthy has been given approval to take the reins.
Courtney Rees
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He has made a huge impression in a short period of time at MCUE.
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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Talented young forward Zac Walker will make his first grade debut for MCUE in their Good Friday season-opener against Wagga Tigers. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
Five Wagga Hockey Association players will compete.
Tahlia Sinclair
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Gilbert Murrell, Lachlan Chyb, Milla Bailey and Lane Haymen, will play at the under 16 national field hockey championships in Hobart next week. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
Estella Storm look to help grow rugby league in the region.
Courtney Rees
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All the comings and goings for the 2024 season.
Matt Malone
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Bas Blackett is back at Brothers as they prepare for their return to the Group Nine first grade competition this year. Picture by Les Smith
They have dominated the event over the past couple of years.
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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Southern Sports Academy cyclist Hunter Behnke is confident the cycling team can claim a three-peat of titles at the upcoming Academy Games in Wagga. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
There's just one week until Farrer League returns.
Tahlia Sinclair
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Farrer League A grade playing coaches Kadison Hofert (Marrar), Caren Hugo (TRYC), and Holly Judd (CSU) at the season launch. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
He currently leads the series by a point ahead of the last race.
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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Teenage triathlete Ben Devries is hoping to finish his Riverina Tri Series campaign with a strong result in West Wyalong. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
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Thursday, 28 March 2024

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A whopping 94 per cent of properties sold for a profit.
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The median profit from property sales was $310,000 in the December quarter compared with $290,000 in the previous quarter. Pic: Shutterstock
It comes with a Mykonos beach club inspired backyard.
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"She's made it her own," co-listing agent Randall Kemp of Ray White Woollahra said. Pic: Supplied
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Exclusive waterfront property boasts luxury renovation.
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Wagga's go-to guide for what's open this Easter holiday period.
Kristie Webster
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Wagga's churches will fill for religious services over the Easter period.
Daisy Huntly
Wagga's churches will fill over the Easter period. Picture from file
Duo to sell off abandoned items at cheapest garage sale.
Taylor Dodge
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Buried Treasures and Collectables owner Josh Light and Mitch Griffiths have seen everything you can think of come from the dozens of abandoned storage units they have purchased. Picture by Les Smith
A strong Australian line-up will also feature on the muster's stages.
Daisy Huntly
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US country music stars Kip Moore and Tyler Hubbard will headline the 2024 Deni Ute Muster. Pictures supplied
There's no need to head west to Tumut, now you can just duck to Kingston.
Karen Hardy
Co-owner of Tumut River Brewing Co Tim Martin at the new Kingston site. Picture by Gary Ramage
It's time for Aussies to grab a camera, grab their teammates, and in a 60-second video showing why their reserve team deserves $50,000.
From the warm cities of South America to the beauty of Antarctica, this cruise has it all.
Emma Brown
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Cruise the southern most point of South America to Antarctica. Picture Shuttestock
From the thrill of a seaplane flight ferrying you to lunch atop a glacier, to rolling through the soaring Rockies in a glass-covered train, the Canadian province of British Columbia is overflowing with experiences that fill travellers with wonder.
Rosie Ryan
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The Rocky Mountaineer takes travellers on an iconic journey. Picture Rocky Mountaineer.
Have you retired and been able to access your superannuation savings but are now considering returning to work?
Rosie Ryan
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There are issues to consider before taking the plunge to re-enter the workforce after retirement. Picture Shutterstock
Abexol, a pioneering new product offers a natural, virtually side-effect-free solution derived from an unexpected source: beeswax.
Beeswax-alcohol-based product, Abexol, can promote joint health, relieve mild osteoarthritis symptoms, and support digestive system function. Picture Shutterstock
Rita Craig celebrates her 100th birthday.
Taylor Dodge
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Mother, daughter join forces to fight melanoma.
Taylor Dodge
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Shannon Ratahi using her sunscreen brush Sunnybod to apply sunscreen to her four-year-old daughter Savannah Ratahi. Picture by Les Smith
Hats, chicken dazzle crowd at Easter parade.
Taylor Dodge
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North Wagga Public School year four student Shelby Hubbard stole the show with his pet chook. Picture by Les Smith
How half-tonne pumpkin got to Sydney - and then what happens to it?
Taylor Dodge
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Tumut's Mark Peacock successfully grew a pumpkin weighing 412 kilograms in his own backyard. Picture supplied
Compiled from the Daily Advertiser by the Wagga Wagga & District Historical Society
Wagga's Test cricket heroes Mark Taylor and Michael Slater were treated to a civic reception and parade down Baylis Street in 1993. Supplied picture (Wagga City Library)
She states: 'I want you to hear this from me.'
Karen Barlow
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Rita Craig celebrates her 100th birthday.
Taylor Dodge
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Cooinda Court Aged Care Facility resident Rita Craig celebrated her 100th birthday on Friday in Junee. Picture supplied
Luke McCarthy has been given approval to take the reins.
Courtney Rees
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Luke McCarthy, pictured driving Don Hugo to victory over Missed The Truth in the Riverina Championships heats at Riverina Paceway on Tuesday, is set to drive on Sunday despite the threat of suspension. Picture by Les Smith
He has made a huge impression in a short period of time at MCUE.
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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Talented young forward Zac Walker will make his first grade debut for MCUE in their Good Friday season-opener against Wagga Tigers. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
Five Wagga Hockey Association players will compete.
Tahlia Sinclair
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Gilbert Murrell, Lachlan Chyb, Milla Bailey and Lane Haymen, will play at the under 16 national field hockey championships in Hobart next week. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
What's old is new again as schools rediscover discipline.
John Hanscombe
In 2023, Albanese was shooting for the moon. Now, it's different.
Michelle Grattan
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Ali & Gaby's quick tips for big wins in understanding your money
Ali and Gaby Rosenberg
Six golden rules to consider for smart investing.
From business to family, we have all types of travellers covered.
Akash Arora
Meet the "mamas" of the island nation for a taste of laplap.
Angela Saurine
An incredible food experience you can only have in Vanuatu
Experience the rich culture and history of the island nation.
Carla Grossetti
Maldives of your dreams: The new resort everyone's talking about now
Find out how a sleep apnoea sufferer can enjoy seamless travel with a CPAP machine.
Old digs get a brand-new look in Singapore.
Penny Watson
Singapore's new star: Colonial riff on a modern redo
Our duelling experts help you decide.
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
Which of these European heavy hitters is for you - Provence or Tuscany?
The state-of-the-art interiors are inspired by the landscape.
Akash Arora
First look: The 'Premium Economy' cabins of the rail world are here
QantasLink's A220-300 delivers for a green-thinking world.
Victoria Lee
Airline review: Quiet ride ushers in a new fleet
Car Expert
Tweaked styling and more safety equipment mark the latest, modest update for the Hyundai i30 Hatch range, which will soon be sourced entirely from Europe.
William Stopford
Another 700 Suzuki Jimnys have been recalled for a fuel pump fault which could cause the car’s engine to stall unexpectedly.
Jordan Mulach
The Flipper Zero has become the tool of choice to steal cars overseas, and now at least one of the scanning devices has been seized locally.
Jordan Mulach
The Australian Government may announce several key concessions to carmakers when it puts forward revised emissions regulations this week.
William Stopford
Parternship talks between Fisker and Nissan are over, and Fisker's path to continued solvency seems narrower and rockier than ever before.
Derek Fung
The Senior
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
The Land
Money matters, Zodiac's 18.4-micron fleece is valued at $193.47.
Simon Chamberlain
Armidale's Grace Collins was named the 2024 Rural Achiever.
Elka Devney
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Ethan Starr, Singleton, Shanelle, Hayden and Piper Pescud, Ashtonfield, with Teasha Benn, Singleton.
The ewes sold to buyers in Central West NSW and Victoria
Elka Devney
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Dust'n Rain Dorpers sold 233, 53kg, April/May/June 2023 drop, Dust'n Rain-blood, depastured to Dust'n Rain type four and five Dorper rams, station mated ewes, for $262/head. Picture supplied.
From tech to lifestyle and every day items - here is what you can save on.
Easy ways to create a home that reflects the season.
Be guided by December's most festive of trees with an adorable Easter-inspired version. Pictures from Villeroy & Boch
Sale ends 11.59pm Sunday, March 24.
You'll be smiling as you wait for the postie to arrive with some great deals from the Amazon Big Smile Sale. Picture by Shutterstock