Central Western Daily

The Central Western Daily, often referred to as the Western Daily, began its journey in 1945 in Orange, located in the Central West area of New South Wales. The inaugural edition was released on October 3, 1945.

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Broncos star axed as Walsh gives Maguire new hope

2 days ago | centralwesterndaily.com.au | Joel Gould

Brisbane star Selwyn Cobbo has been dropped after not meeting the standards the coach requires. Photo: Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOSBrisbane coach Michael Maguire has swung the axe with representative outside back Selwyn Cobbo dropped from the team. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Hillcrest tragedy parents shocked by verdict over deaths of six children

2 days ago | centralwesterndaily.com.au | Helen Kempton

The owner of the company that supplied and erected the jumping castle at the centre of a tragedy at Hillcrest Primary School in 2021 says she understands the anger the families of the children who died feel toward her. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Snow set to hit Central West NSW as winter cold front hits

2 days ago | centralwesterndaily.com.au | Bradley Jurd

Snow is forecast for as low as 900 metres on Monday morning as the region prepares to welcome long weekend visitors with our first big freeze of the season. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
New rail crossing floated in effort to ease CBD traffic ... but it will come at a cost

2 days ago | centralwesterndaily.com.au | Riley Krause

A six-month "trial" closure of a rail crossing in Orange's industrial area could pave the way for improved traffic flow in the CBD. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperCrosswords, Sudoku and TriviaBut one land owner has expressed concerns that the closure could lead to unintended consequences.
50 tonnes each year: the army of people helping keep Orange's most needy fed

3 days ago | centralwesterndaily.com.au | Nick McGrath |Nick Mcgrath

Tim Mordue knows better than most the impact the cost of living crisis is having on families in Orange. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperCrosswords, Sudoku and TriviaDuring winter, that battle ramps up tenfold.
Hero cop who helped save two young lives recalls morning of fatal house fire

3 days ago | centralwesterndaily.com.au | Riley Krause

A police officer who helped save the lives of two young children has spoken out about the fatal Orange house fire. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperCrosswords, Sudoku and TriviaIt was just before 6am on the morning of June 3, 2023 when the call came in that a house in Pimpala Place had gone up in flames.
Calm, composed Socceroos primed to take down Japan

3 days ago | centralwesterndaily.com.au | Justin Chadwick

Japan and Australia battled to a 1-1 draw in Saitama in October. Photo: AP PHOTOSocceroos coach Tony Popovic is brimming with confidence Australia can beat Japan for the first time since 2009 and earn automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
How a pair of 'old fuddy-duddies' remained life-long friends through thick and thin

4 days ago | centralwesterndaily.com.au | Riley Krause

Carol McKay and Helen Millsteed can still remember catching the bus into town every morning on their way to high school. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperCrosswords, Sudoku and TriviaFrom Mullion Creek, Carol made her way to the Rural School - now known as Orange Public - while Helen was picked up from Clergate to attend Orange High. "That's where I wanted to go," Carol remarked.
Snow blast on the way ... but are we in for a white winter in 2025?

4 days ago | centralwesterndaily.com.au | Bradley Jurd

The most intense cold front of the year has hit the region right on cue - but will snow in the first week of winter be a sign of things to come throughout the coldest months of 2025? Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Cr Duffy attempts to sweep Rainbow Festival report, that he asked for, under the rug

4 days ago | centralwesterndaily.com.au | Riley Krause

After seeking clarity on how much money Orange City Council spent on this year's Rainbow Festival, Cr Kevin Duffy attempted to sweep the report under the rug. Subscribe now for unlimited access.