Bega District News

Since 1864, the Bega District News has served as a key source of news for the Bega Valley community. This publication is released every Tuesday and Friday, highlighting important local matters. In addition to community news, it includes robust sections on sports, social events, entertainment, and agriculture, along with authentic classified ads and local features.

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Dutton's defence policy reveal turns into gender battle

2 days ago | begadistrictnews.com.au | Tess Ikonomou

Andrew Hastie is under fire for old comments on women in frontline defence roles. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOSPeter Dutton's big reveal on defence policy has been sidetracked by the re-emergence of a missing frontbencher, under fire for old comments on women in combat roles.
Second rock fisherman drowns in deadly Easter weekend on Far South Coast

6 days ago | begadistrictnews.com.au | Ben Smyth

A second rock fisherman has died in as many days on the Far South Coast as the coast continues to be battered by large swells and hazardous surf.
Rock fisher drowns on NSW Far South Coast, hazardous surf warning continues

1 week ago | begadistrictnews.com.au | Ben Smyth

Huge swells have been battering the south coast throughout Good Friday, April 18. Picture by Ben SmythInquiries are underway after a man drowned on the state's south coast.
Circularity Centre set to rise in Bega as 'a beacon across the world'

1 week ago | begadistrictnews.com.au | Ben Smyth

Construction of Bega's National Circularity Centre is expected to begin within weeks. SALE ON NOW! Tap into unlimited access or signup to continue reading All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other in your areaThe northern entrance to Bega will soon house the Philip Cox-designed centre of excellence showcasing the concept of a circular economy.
Four dead in Italian cable car accident near Naples

1 week ago | begadistrictnews.com.au | Alvise Armellini |Fabiano Franchitti

At least four people are dead after a cable car collapsed near Naples in Italy.
Southern District wins big at Sydney Easter Show

1 week ago | begadistrictnews.com.au | Ben Smyth

For the first time in more than 20 years, the Southern District has won a major Easter Show prize. SALE ON NOW! Tap into unlimited access or signup to continue reading All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other in your areaAnnually among the most popular attractions of the Sydney Royal Easter Show, the district exhibits showcase wonderful produce coupled with incredible creativity.
Albanese and Dutton don't want to be compared, but both struggle to articulate this key issue

1 week ago | begadistrictnews.com.au | Miriam Webber

A second leaders' debate between Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton simmered away - for the most part - cordially on Wednesday evening, though a suggestion that the pair are more similar than they like to admit elicited a scoff.
Meta CEO Zuckerberg wraps testimony in antitrust case

1 week ago | begadistrictnews.com.au | Brian Witte

Mark Zuckerberg has testified that people spend more time on YouTube than on Facebook and Instagram. Photo: AP PHOTOMeta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has emphasised in a US federal court that he bought Instagram and WhatsApp because he saw value in the companies and not to take out competitors, as the Federal Trade Commission alleges in a historic antitrust trial.
Election corflutes: eye-catching or just clutter?

1 week ago | begadistrictnews.com.au | Ben Smyth

Election candidate corflutes are everywhere. SALE ON NOW! Tap into unlimited access or signup to continue reading All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other in your areaYou know, those poster-sized pictures of smiling candidates in their party colours and with the slogan of the day. Is it just me, or have these colourful corflutes been breeding and multiplying in their downtime between elections?
All the Anzac Day services and events across the Bega Valley for 2025

1 week ago | begadistrictnews.com.au | Ben Smyth

With one of the biggest events of the year around the corner, traditional Anzac Day services are taking place all over the shire. SALE ON NOW! Tap into unlimited access or signup to continue reading All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other in your areaWe've put together a list of dawn services, breakfasts, marches and two-up games across the region.