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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Hillcrest tragedy parents shocked by verdict over deaths of six children

2 days ago | irrigator.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.
Devils call for 'sanity' with AFL licence under threat

3 days ago | irrigator.com.au | Shayne Hope

The budget for the new Macquarie Point stadium has already blown out to $945 million. Photo: HANDOUT/TASMANIAN GOVERNMENTTasmania Devils chief executive Brendon Gale hopes "sanity and cool heads" prevail as the AFL's expansion into the island state hangs in the balance amid political uncertainty. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Yanco Ag student taking on national Primary Industries competition

4 days ago | irrigator.com.au | Cai Holroyd

Yanco Agricultural High School student Dominic Edwards will be competing in the WorldSkills Australia 2025 National Championships in the Primary Industries category. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperMr Edwards will be heading up to Brisbane on June 6, dropping in on some family members before taking on the massive challenge.
Mangoplah kick away late after capitalising on Crows mistake ahead of bye

5 days ago | irrigator.com.au | Liam Warren

Leeton Whitton will head into the June long weekend off the back of a 43-point defeat to Mangoplah CUE at Leeton Showground. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperThe visitors were able to get out to an 18-point lead in the first quarter, but the Crows were able to pull the margin back to trail by just 12 points at halftime.
Wamoon Public School launches car show with massive success

5 days ago | irrigator.com.au | Cai Holroyd

Wamoon Public School's first ever car show landed with a massive success, drawing in cars and drivers from all across the Riverina. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperThe Wamoon 'Coffee and Cars' show was a major fundraiser in the school's efforts to purchase a new bus for field trips, courtesy of the Parents and Carers Association.
Ladder leaders put rivals to the sword ahead of long weekend break

6 days ago | irrigator.com.au | Liam Warren

The ladder leaders of the Group 20 League Tag competition were able to put their local rivals away to maintain their spots at the top of the standings. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperOn Saturday, Leeton got the derby weekend underway when they made the trip out to Yanco to take on the Hawks.
Hawks slumping, Swans facing rare uncertain times

6 days ago | irrigator.com.au | Oliver Caffrey

Dockers boss Justin Longmuir (c) knows his side can cash in this month if they maintain their form. Photo: Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOSKEY STORYLINES TO WATCH FOR IN ROUND 13 OF THE AFL SEASONSubscribe now for unlimited access.
Trump yanks Elon Musk ally's NASA nomination

1 week ago | irrigator.com.au | Joey Roulette |Trevor Hunnicutt

The next leader of NASA must be "in complete alignment" with Donald Trump's America First agenda. Photo: AP PHOTOThe White House has withdrawn its nominee for NASA administrator, Jared Isaacman, abruptly yanking a close ally of Elon Musk from consideration to lead the space agency. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Derby day lives up to hype with late try deciding winner in fiery clash

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

In a fiery game where both sides had players sent off, it was a late try to Blake McDonald which gave Leeton a 28-24 victory over arch-rivals Yanco Wamoon in enemy territory. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperIt was a good start for the hosts with Vilimoni Waqanidrola scoring off the back of a long break but the lead was shortlived with Billy Dickinson finding his way over.
Fiona Simson inspires future farmers at Yanco Ag High School

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

Former president of the National Farmers' Federation and vice-president of the World Farmers' Organisation, Fiona Simson visited students at Yanco Agricultural High School on May 29. Subscribe now for unlimited access.