The Irrigator

For over a hundred years, The Irrigator has served as the leading publication for Leeton Shire. This area encompasses some of the oldest towns in the region, including Whitton, which was established in 1850, and extends to Yanco. The shire boasts a friendly community that continues to flourish. Similar to Griffith, the introduction of irrigation transformed this small farming area into a vibrant and diverse agricultural hub. Leeton is home to SunRice, the largest rice producer in Australia, which is also one of the town's biggest employers. The rice cultivated in the fields surrounding Leeton is a top-quality product that is exported worldwide. Throughout Leeton's growth and changes, The Irrigator has been there to cover important local stories and advocate for the lifestyle that makes Leeton so special to its residents.

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'Too much crime': top cop vows to speak truth to power

1 day ago | irrigator.com.au | Callum Godde

Former New Zealand police commissioner Mike Bush has officially taken the reins of Victoria Police. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOSMike Bush is under no illusion about the challenges that confront him as top cop after a leadership crisis in Australia's second-largest police force. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Driver critical after ute, truck crash that closed road for 10 hours

5 days ago | irrigator.com.au | Daisy Huntly |Allan Wilson

Driver critical after ute, truck crash that closed road for 10 hoursA man has been left in a critical condition after a crash involving a ute and a truck on a major Riverina road. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBurley Griffin Way was closed for 10 hours on Saturday in the wake of the collision, which emergency services responded to about 2.50pm, near Centenary Road at Barellan.
End in sight to bloody conflict in eastern Congo

1 week ago | irrigator.com.au | Daphne Psaledakis |Ange Kasongo |Anaït Miridzhanian

A draft agreement to end hostilities in eastern Congo has been reached, in talks held by the US. Photo: AP PHOTOFighting in eastern Congo could be coming to an end, with a peace agreement between Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo expected to be signed next week. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Kneecap rapper faces London court on terrorism charge

1 week ago | irrigator.com.au | Sam Tobin

Kneecap rapper Liam O'Hanna has arrived at court in London to face a terrorism charge. Photo: AP PHOTOHundreds of people have gathered outside a London court to support a member of the Irish rap group Kneecap who appeared charged with a terrorism offence for allegedly displaying a flag in support of Iran-backed Lebanese militia Hezbollah. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
The midway point is here and only one side remains with an unbeaten record

1 week ago | irrigator.com.au | Liam Warren

There remains just one team left with a perfect record in the Group 20 League Tag as the season reaches the halfway point. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperThe Leeton Greens are now the only side without a blemish on their record after coming away with a 26-8 win over the Hay Magpies.
Leeton newsagent to stock commemorative 'Birthday Cake book' coins

1 week ago | irrigator.com.au | Cai Holroyd

It's the definitive birthday cake ideas book for Australians, and a Leeton newsagent is excited to be helping celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Australian Women's Weekly Children's Birthday Cake Book. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
G7 abandons joint Ukraine statement as wars head agenda

1 week ago | irrigator.com.au | David Ljunggren |John Irish |Andreas Rinke

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy told G7 leaders that "diplomacy is now in a state of crisis". Photo: AP PHOTOUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will leave the G7 summit with new aid from host Canada for its war against invader Russia but without a joint statement of support from members or a chance to meet with US President Donald Trump. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Daley has shot to finally put Maroon dynasty behind him

1 week ago | irrigator.com.au | Scott Bailey

NSW coach Laurie Daley can put Queensland's era of domination behind him in Origin II in Perth. Photo: Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOSEleven years to the day since his finest moment as a State of Origin coach, Laurie Daley finally has the chance to put Queensland's great dynasty behind him. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Fisher set to bring up milestone as Greens kick start second half of season

1 week ago | irrigator.com.au | Liam Warren

Leeton will look to hit the ground running in the second half of the season this weekend when they welcome Yenda to town on Saturday afternoon. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperThere will be a sense of occasion around the fixture with Josh Fisher set to make his 100th appearance for the club.
Second quarter makes the difference as Crows fall on the road to Tigers

1 week ago | irrigator.com.au | Liam Warren

It was a second quarter to forget that ended up costing Leeton Whitton as they fell to a 45-point defeat to Wagga Tigers at Robertson Oval. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperIt was an evenly matched opening term with the Tigers holding onto a one-goal lead at the first change before they were able to really break away in the second quarter.