Louise Thrower

Goulburn

Senior Reporter at Goulburn Post

Senior journalist - Goulburn Post

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Shooters Party fires up over Goulburn straight greyhound track DA

2 days ago | goulburnpost.com.au | Louise Thrower

Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party Goulburn branch president and former Goulburn Mulwaree councillor, Andy Wood, has criticised the council's planning department's handling of the greyhound track application. Picture by Louise Thrower. A political party has accused Goulburn Mulwaree Council (GMC) of "dragging out" a decision on a straight greyhound track for the city. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Quarry truck and van collide at South Marulan, causing delays

2 days ago | goulburnpost.com.au | Louise Thrower

Quarry vehicle and van collide on Hume Highway overpassA truck and van have collided near Marulan. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperEmergency services were called to the South Marulan overpass above the Hume Highway at 2.50pm on Friday, June 6. Police said a six-wheeler tip truck leaving a quarry and a Toyota Hi-Ace had collided near Marulan South Road.
Years of knowledge and generous contribution earn top honour for Les

3 days ago | goulburnpost.com.au | Louise Thrower

Les Friend loves nothing better than seeing his charges succeed in the equestrian arena. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperThe Goulburn man's devotion to the sport has been recognised with a Sport NSW Distinguished Long Service Honour. Mr Friend, 82, has been teaching equestrian skills for 60 years and has been described as one of the sport's most "committed and generous contributors".
Fleeing driver allegedly leaves broken fences, damaged police car in wake

4 days ago | goulburnpost.com.au | Louise Thrower

Fleeing driver allegedly leaves broken fences, damaged police car in wakeA man is facing a string of charges, following a police pursuit through Goulburn streets. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperA 48-year-old man allegedly crashed into a police car during the chase on Tuesday, June 3.
Back in play: Prell Oval to score upgrade amid big picture plan

4 days ago | goulburnpost.com.au | Louise Thrower

Mayor Nina Dillon says money from the Australian Cricket Infrastructure Fund and the council will restore Prell Oval to a safe and competitive standard. Picture supplied. A Goulburn cricket ground out of action for three seasons will be upgraded using grant funds and council money. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Council chooses preferred GM after two recruitment rounds

5 days ago | goulburnpost.com.au | Louise Thrower

Mayor Nina Dillon will help negotiate final terms for appointment of a new Goulburn Mulwaree Council general manager. File picture by Louise Thrower. A new Goulburn Mulwaree Council general manager could soon be in place. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBut his or her identity will remain confidential at least until the person accepts the role.
Crookwell photographer captures Aurora Australis in all its glory

5 days ago | goulburnpost.com.au | Louise Thrower

Crookwell woman Rebecca Konemann captured the June 1 Aurora Australis in the clear sky above her property. Picture By Rebecca Konemann. Committed stargazer Rebecca Konemann wasn't left disappointed by June's Aurora Australis. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBut then again, she was prepared to wait for the night sky's "slow reveal" of a colourful blaze on Sunday, June 1.
Waste not, want not: Resource shop aims to turn trash into treasure

6 days ago | goulburnpost.com.au | Louise Thrower

The council is requesting donations for its resource shop at the Goulburn Waste Management Centre. Picture supplied. One person's trash is another person's treasure, as the saying goes. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperThe council is aiming to stock up on such treasures ahead of opening its Resource Shop at Goulburn Waste Management Centre.
Erin harnesses firsthand experience as city's new fire station officer

6 days ago | goulburnpost.com.au | Louise Thrower

Goulburn fire station has two new appointments in NSW Fire and Rescue Southern Highlands zone commander Dean Campbell and station officer Erin Pogmore (right). They are with firefighters Kylie Mills, Nick Sloan and Jacqui Dovale. Picture by Louise Thrower. Goulburn's new fire station officer, Erin Pogmore, doesn't mind telling people that her house burnt down. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Man taken to hospital after 13-hour rescue from base of waterfall

1 week ago | goulburnpost.com.au | Louise Thrower

Police Rescue officers helped rescue a man who had fallen at a waterfall at Tallong on Saturday. File picture by Louise Thrower. Emergency services have undertaken a 13-hour operation to rescue a man from the base of a waterfall at Tallong. Subscribe now for unlimited access.