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Accommodation and conference expansion awaits funding approval

Accommodation and conference expansion awaits funding approval

Zindran International Pty Ltd, the operator of Outback Quarters Motel in South Hay, has submitted a major infrastructure proposal under the NSW Government’s Regional Economic Development and Community Investment Program (REDCIP). The $5 million project includes the construction of 30 new accommodation units, a conference and events centre, and

A Clip Above the Rest: Unveiling Australia's Shearing Heritage at Shear Outback

A Clip Above the Rest: Unveiling Australia's Shearing Heritage at Shear Outback

Hay, New South Wales, is a small town basks in the golden glow of the outback summer sun. It is a community whose history is deeply intertwined with the iconic figure of the Australian shearer. Here, amidst the vast sheep stations and dusty plains, lies Shear Outback: a treasure trove

Bishop’s Lodge Historic House - a facelift for a grand old dame

Bishop’s Lodge Historic House - a facelift for a grand old dame

By Tertia Butcher The grand old dame of South Hay, Bishop’s Lodge Historic House, is receiving a face-lift. Funding of $175,000 for the continued refurbishment was provided by Hay Shire Council from its Stronger Country Communities Fund Round 5. “With the building in excess of 130 years old

Homebush Hotel - a tree change decision leads to Australia Day party

Homebush Hotel - a tree change decision leads to Australia Day party

By Kimberly Grabham When Jim and Gail Quick drove up to the Homebush Hotel site eight months ago, Gail figured that this treechange would be something to which she would have to become accustomed. A week later, however, she knew she never wanted to leave. The couple are the managers

Before Mad Max Furiosa: Movies filmed in Hay, NSW

Before Mad Max Furiosa: Movies filmed in Hay, NSW

By Krista Schade Before Hollywood descended on the southern Riverina township of Hay, in NSW, to film part of ‘Mad Max Furiosa’ in 2022 the tiny township already boasted an impressive bio. Australian writer and bush poet Joseph Furphy's lived and worked in Hay when he began writing

11 of best places to eat in Hay, NSW, as voted by the locals

11 of best places to eat in Hay, NSW, as voted by the locals

By Krista Schade Finding the best meals in any town requires a great deal of insider information – the best way to find out what is on offer is to ask a local! The Riverine Grazier asked residents of the Riverina township of Hay where their favourite places to eat are,

A towering tribute to service men and women

A towering tribute to service men and women

By Krista Schade Magnificent tributes to Hay’s servicemen and women line the banks of Sandy Point Beach amongst the backdrop of Red River Gums and breathtaking natural beauty of the Murrumbidgee River. Emerging from the flat plains, two water towers, set back from the main street and still holding