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Local cricketer Daniel Hughes has found form for the Sixers (5/177), but that wasn't enough to get them over the line against the Perth Scorchers (3/178) at Optus Stadium.

Sydney Sixers falter against Perth Scorchers

The Orange City 10s is again expected to provide plenty of action with teams from Orange, Sydney and country areas. Photo: JUDE KEOGH

Tournament cuts playtime

David Fitzsimons

Adam Hyeronimus, who grew up in Cowra, is bullish about his chances of riding Unite and Conquer to success at this week's Magic Millions meet despite an unlucky draw, being set to start in barrier 18.

Hyeronimus has a need for speed at Magic Millions

Ben Rodin

Local cricketer Daniel Hughes has found form for the Sixers (5/177), but that wasn't enough to get them over the line against the Perth Scorchers (3/178) at Optus Stadium.

Sydney Sixers falter against Perth Scorchers

BIG BOYD: Shannon Boyd in the thick of pre-season on the Gold Coast. Photo: NRL PHOTOS

No walk-up starts for Titans star recruits, Boyd and Peachey

Nick McGrath

PROFITABLE: Even Profit on the charge towards the finish line in Monday's Ladbrokes Cash In Maiden (307 metres) at Kennerson Park. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK

Profitable venture for Cleary at Kennerson Park

Alexander Grant

Cowra enthusiasts to meet for coffee and talk cars

Bingo for the kids

Free Zumba classes for Cowra kids

Cowra enthusiasts to meet for coffee and talk cars

Australia Day starts with breakfast at 8.15am in Cowra

Breakout River Meats is now sponsoring the Cowra Cup which will be run this weekend.

Jockey club secures new sponsor for cup weekend

What's your plan: Having a Bushfire Survival Plan will help you avoid making last minute decisions that could be deadly.

Ensure you have a fire plan

Questacon is an exciting and intriguing concentration of science brought to life in vivid techni-colour.

The ultimate family fun holiday itinerary in Canberra

Emma Elsworthy

Photo: Shutterstock.

Holiday boredom busters

Lana Best

What's your plan: Having a Bushfire Survival Plan will help you avoid making last minute decisions that could be deadly.

Ensure you have a fire plan

Prevent: Lower your risk of loss in a bush fire by following four simple steps recommended by the NSW RFS.

Prepare, act, survive

From the desk of Mrs Claus: Mrs Claus opens her heart to tell the children of the world how she feels about them this Christmas.

A note from Mrs Claus to share the joy

Mrs Claus

WEEKLY COSTS: How does your weekly rent compare to the median cost in your town? Photo: FILE

How does your weekly rent compare to the median cost in your town?

Nadine Morton

Homes sold recently in regional NSW centres.

Regional NSW property hotspots – and what to expect in 2019

ON THE HORIZON: Realtair managing director Peter Matthews says the real estate cliche, ‘location, location, location’ is ever present when water is concerned. Hot spots such as cafe strips and transport services are areas that provide lifestyle to add further value to the water.

Bringing alive your coastal dream

Lydia Roberts

A look back at history with Throwback Thursday: January 2002

Cowra’s history: Throwback Thursday, January 2002 | Photos

Heather Kiely, Carol Dowd, Santa and Dulcie Maybury.

Weeroona’s Acacia wing celebrates Christmas with Santa

A look back at history with Throwback Thursday: January 2002

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Applications for Cowra CWA Branch Medical Education Grant now open

A look back a history with Throwback Thursday: January 2002

A look back at history with Throwback Thursday: January 2002

HEATWAVE: Bathurst Aqua Park owner Michael Hickey says he's not sure whether his is the hottest or coolest job during the hot weather. Photo: SUPPLIED 011719dam1

It’s hot, hot, hot and we’re talking about it LIVE

Ewe are joking! Check out these weird and wacky ways to keep your pet cool

Nathaniel Moore, Gabriella Reynolds and Grace Moore.

Fun and friendship at Cowra Summer Breakout 2019 | Photos

Rafael Nadal

It’s day 1 of the Australia Open and it’s hot

Cowra’s history: Throwback Thursday, January 2002 | Photos

Elvis impersonator John Collins looks at his reflection before boarding the Elvis Express at Central Station.

All shook up on the Elvis train to Parkes

Melissa Iaria

Lady Gaga

Colour returns to Golden Globes red carpet

Now what?: Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May reacts after she won a no-confidence vote against her government in the House of Commons on Wednesday. She must now find another way to address the Brexit debacle after the dramatic failure of the government Brexit vote this week. Picture: Jessica Taylor

How Brexit crisis will end is anyone’s guess

John Hewson

CHANGING PLACES: Regional journalist Sahil Makkar lived for more than 25 years in New Delhi, where the temperature gets up to 50 degrees. He is now experiencing his first summer in the Central West. Photo: MATT WATSON

I’ve experienced 50-degree heat. This is something else

Sahil Makkar

Caroline Wozniacki makes a backhand return to Belgium's Alison van Uytvanck during their first round match at the Australian Open.

Perhaps hold off on the rush to judgement

Janine Graham

Police are urging people to be wary giving out personal or financial details over the phone. Photo: Shutterstock.

Scammers impersonating police, using arrest threats

GET IT RIGHT: Ensuring your seat belt fits properly could prove critical in a crash.

Seat belts: Are you using yours properly?

Professor Kiarash Khosrotehrani.

Cutting off melanoma escape routes

The winner of a $107 million Powerball jackpot says she will share the windfall with her family.

Sydney mum wins $107 million in Powerball

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Temperatures will drop overnight, with much of NSW expected to at last enjoy a cool change.

NSW heatwave to peak before cool change

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Scott Morrison wants to calm tension caused by mass fish deaths in the Murray-Darling River system.

PM warns against game-playing with rivers

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The aged-care industry says it does not fear the scrutiny as the royal commission kicks off.

Aged-care inquiry a 'watershed moment'

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A series of vigils are being planned in tribute to murdered student Aiia Maasarwe in Melbourne.

Student's death sparks vigils in Melbourne

Christine McGinn
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Scott Morrison has offered his support for Fiji to play in the NSW rugby league competition.

Aussie push to help Fijian rugby league

Angus Livingston
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Scott Morrison says he's very disappointed in the politics of the live exports issue.

PM disappointed with live export activists

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Veterinarian Dr Gary Turnbull hopes the government can help alleviate an industry skills shortage.

Industry fears as vets leaving in 'droves'

Rebecca Gredley

Adventure Bay Retreat: Something special on Bruny Island. Photo: Brad Harris

Your weekly travel inspiration

John Rozentals

Wilpena Pound: a natural amphitheatre.

Find yourself in the Flinders Ranges

John Rozental

A flashback to slower travel: Cruise Express’s six-day ‘Great Southern Loop’.

Your weekly travel inspiration

John Rozentals

For more recipes see australianlamb.com.au

Try this: Honey, pineapple and chilli lamb leg

Possible tax hikes: If Labor succeeds in making both these changes, a top-rate taxpayer will suddenly find themselves paying CGT of 36.75% – an increase of almost 58%.

Our CGT may be one of the highest in the world

Noel Whittaker

Spotlight on Jocelyn Proust