GRIFFITH: Man wanted in WA arrested after police stop. Faces drug supply, stolen property charges. Extradited interstate. → Full story on BCB.

NSW DROUGHT SUPPORT: Loans doubled to $500K, new $100K fast-access loan, free feed testing and pest control funding. Applications open 10 March. → Full details on BCB.

A man was threatened with a gun inside his own home in Broken Hill. Two people arrested, bail refused. Full details in app.

The 57-year-old Hay man appeared in Griffith court yesterday.

FLOODS: Far West NSW cut off.Roads, rail and flights all disrupted around Broken Hill. White Cliffs, Wilcannia, Tibooburra isolated — more rain still coming. Full update and road closures list → tap to read.

There's a free, anonymous support forum this Monday morning — no registration, camera off, safe space. Tap for details.

Commentators say it will be a contest between the Liberals, Nationals, One Nation and an independent.

MP Roy Butler and rural health committee chair Dr Joe McGirr are on the road this week — east to Far West — hearing from medical staff and communities. → BCB.

Australia’s new AusAlert system launches soon. A national siren test is coming July 27—here’s why you might need to turn your phone OFF. 📱🛑

One Nation says they have narrowed 80 applicants down to 3. See who’s vying for your vote in the upcoming by-election.

Here's what happened over the weekend — and what Australians need to understand. Tap to read.

✨ A Story of Survival: He died twice in Afghanistan. Now, Hay-born Major Heath Wall is finding gold—and healing—in the Victorian bush. Read his incredible journey.

💧 Water Rights Alert: Menindee Trigger Hiked Body: The NSW Govt just raised the Menindee storage trigger to 250GL. See how this "city-centric" move impacts your water security.

Rankins Springs sportsground fees are set to rise significantly — football club annual fee more than doubling to $500 and a new cleaning deposit on the way. Tap to read the full proposed fee schedule.

Country Mayors say the Govt's new $500k loans aren't the answer for the Far West. They want direct cash for transport costs. See the full breakdown.

Planning a burn in the MIA District? Start times just moved from 4 PM to 12 PM. Tap to see the updated rules.

The Weir project is "on hold" again. See why the local MP are calling this a terminal blow for the town’s future.

If you work with livestock and you're not vaccinated, this is the one health story you can't afford to scroll past. Tap to find out how to register

Rankins Springs Hall has a new president, floors still needing fixing and a preschool possibly on the move. Tap to read the full committee update from Carrathool Shire's February meeting.

Orange CYMS have finally done it. From 6-0 down, to West Wyalong Knockout Champions for the first time. See how they pulled off the comeback.