The Daily Advertiser
Saturday, 4 May 2024
It's hoped paid practical training will keep graduates at work.
Jeremy Eager • 1hr ago
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See all the photos from Wagga's biggest race day of the year.
Emily Anderson
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Launching on May 4, the show has timed a new Star Wars piece to perfection.
Andrew Mangelsdorf • 2hrs ago
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Wagga Brick Show, Graham Draper puts in the finishing touches to his Simpsons display as he readies to open the doors of the Kyeamba Smith Hall on Saturday morning. Picture by Tom Dennis
One racegoer bought his horses suit with five bottles of Malibu.
Emily Anderson
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Scottie Marsh, Ninoska Birchall, Liliana Birchall and Lucas Kleinschafer were out and about at the Wagga Gold Cup. Picture by Emily Anderson
As building costs remain high people favour established homes.
Jemimah Clegg
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In the past two years, established house prices increased by 8 per cent while construction costs jumped 18.3 per cent. Pic: Shutterstock
Was it the Hudson Bay, Coronation Gulf or Prince William Sound?
Anna Houlahan • 2hrs ago
Was the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill in Hudson Bay, Coronation Gulf or Prince William Sound? Picture AAP
Police have suspended a week-long search for a man missing in Western Australia's north.
Savannah Meacham • 1hr ago
Zane Stevens has not been seen since abandoning a bogged vehicle in WA's north a week ago. (Supplied/AAP PHOTOS)
The proposed centre would create 96 childcare spaces.
Taylor Dodge
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A development application for a new childcare centre at 63 Deakin Avenue, Lloyd has been submitted to Wagga City Council. Picture supplied
He presented to an ED in Melbourne but hasn't been seen since.
Andrew Pearson
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All the winners from this year's Fashions on the Field.
Taylor Dodge
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Einasleigh and Matt Happer took out Best Dressed Couple at the 2024 Wagga Gold Cup. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
'Helping people, I don't know if there's any greater thing.'
Emily Anderson
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'Some days it works, some days it doesn't ... it's the only strategy I know.'
Jeremy Eager
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Terry Brinkworth and Greg Fahey, from Newcastle, study the form guide after being among the first to arrive at the Murrumbidgee Turf Club for Friday's Wagga Gold Cup. Picture by Tom Dennis
Olivia Shaw finished making her dress about 1am on Gold Cup Day.
Taylor Dodge
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Wagga's Olivia Shaw brought her dress from the op shop, pulled it apart and put it back together again hours before the Gold Cup. Picture by Bernard Humphreys
Fawkner Park becomes the first horse in 35 years to do the double
Matt Malone
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Young's Tyler Schiller is all smiles after returning a winner on Fawkner Park in the $200,000 Wagga Gold Cup (2000m) at Murrumbidgee Turf Club on Friday. Picture by Les Smith
Parents call for road safety upgrades after seven-year-old hit by car.
Taylor Dodge
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Thousands flock to the track for Wagga's biggest race day.
Jeremy Eager
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The Westside Punters Club at the Wagga Gold Cup on Friday. The group has been coming to the city's biggest race day since each year since 2015. Picture by Tom Dennis
He's spent the past couple of years focused solely on swimming.
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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"That will definitely be the goal, but we'll see how we go."
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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Tom 'Prime Train' Baulch will run out for Barellan this weekend in the Two Blues clash against Temora. Picture supplied
Helping vulnerable kids should be enough, but there's much more at stake.
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park (left) and Premier Chris Minns are being urged to fund two new paediatric clinics in Wagga and Dubbo.
Hotels put on a special breakfast for patrons heading to the Gold Cup.
Andrew Mangelsdorf
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Gold Cup Attendees Luke Neis, Nick Pes and Jason Smith kick off the big day with a morning outing to the William Farrer Hotel. Picture by Tom Dennis
Campaign to highlight coercive control behaviours.
Taylor Dodge
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Property searched by officers, man faces 35 charges.
Blair Thomson
The items seized from a property near Little Billabong by police on Wednesday. Picture by NSW Police
The big day is set to be the warmest in years.
Andrew Mangelsdorf
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A race by race look at Wagga Gold Cup day.
Matt Malone
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Cliff House can end a long drought for the locals in Friday's Wagga Gold Cup (2000m), that's according to The Daily Advertiser sports editor Matt Malone. Picture by Les Smith
Live coverage, weather forecast, gate opening, and main race time.
Jeromy Lucas, Emily Haddrill, Nadia Maslin, Suzanne Lucas, Caroline Stewart, Mae Lucas, Ruby Lucas and Bryce Hagen. Picture by Emily Anderson

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He is facing a maximum sentence of life in prison.
Anna Houlahan
They 'followed all the rules' but were flagged as unlawful.
Anna Houlahan
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Department of Home Affairs office, Jasbir and Gurpreet Singh. Picture Jamila Toderas/supplied
Regional NSW is more dangerous for women than Sydney.
Carla Mascarenhas
Molly Ticehurst's death in Forbes sparked calls for action on addressing domestic violence in regional NSW. Picture supplied
Advocates say children are suffering in Queensland watch houses and a state government Youth Justice Act tweak will only make the problem worse.
Laine Clark
There are fears Queensland watch houses have become "overwhelmed" with juvenile offenders. (Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS)
Mexican authorities have reportedly found three bodies on Baja Peninsula, where two Australian brothers and a friend went missing.
Savannah Meacham and Jacob Shteyman
Perth siblings Jake and Callum Robinson, both in their 30s, went missing in Mexico. (HANDOUT/SUPPLIED)
Race by race rundown of Wagga Gold Cup day.
Matt Malone
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Peters latest Beast chasing a Thunderbolt
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Sicario Beast winning at Richmond in record time. Picturesupplied
The Tye Angland Medal went right down to the final race.
Matt Malone
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Tyler Schiller shows off the Tye Angland Medal for the leading rider over the two big days of the Wagga Gold Cup carnival. Picture by Les Smith
Fawkner Park becomes the first horse in 35 years to do the double
Matt Malone
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He's spent the past couple of years focused solely on swimming.
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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Collingullie-Wagga's Jamie Mooney will play his first game since 2020 on Saturday as the Demons play host to Ganmain-Grong Grong-Matong. Picture by Jimmy Meiklejohn
"That will definitely be the goal, but we'll see how we go."
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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Tom 'Prime Train' Baulch will run out for Barellan this weekend in the Two Blues clash against Temora. Picture supplied
Terry Hill spent more time in greyhound racing than rugby league
Michael Cowley
Terry Hill at Dapto last year for the launch of the Megastar. Picture supplied
Who's playing this weekend in the Farrer and Riverina Leagues?
Jimmy Meiklejohn
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Charles Sturt University's Hugh Wakefield will line up on the half forward flank as the Bushpigs look to continue their unbeaten start to the season going against East Wagga-Kooringal.
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Saturday, 4 May 2024

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This amazing home sets the standard for luxurious living
Feature Property
This home combines luxurious living with everyday practicality.
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This home combines luxurious living with everyday practicality. Pictures supplied
As building costs remain high people favour established homes.
Jemimah Clegg
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In the past two years, established house prices increased by 8 per cent while construction costs jumped 18.3 per cent. Pic: Shutterstock
It sits in an ornate 1880s landmark building.
Melissa Kehagias
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It could beat the Australian house price record of $130 million.
Jen Melocco
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The home took eight years to complete and sits on the equivalent of four blocks of harbourside land. Pic: Supplied
'Magic' two-hour commuter radius around big cities lead the way.
Jemimah Clegg
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 Regional markets are once again starting to out-perform the capital cities. Pic: Shutterstock
Your guide to what's happening in the Riverina: April 26-28
Daisy Huntly
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Saturday's event will pull people from across NSW and beyond.
Taylor Dodge
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Wagga Model Aero Club member Richard Carroll gets in some practice before the club's 50th year event on Saturday. Picture by Tom Dennis
Your comprehensive guide to how communities will pay their respects.
Daisy Huntly, Jeremy Eager
The dawn service in Wagga on Anzac Day 2022. Picture by Madeline Begley
Pete Denahy is always a crowd favourite on the muster day stage.
Jodie Bruton
Five-time Golden Guitar winner Pete Denahy will return to the Deni Ute Muster in spring.
A variety of stalls will feature at this weekend's first market.
Taylor Dodge
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Pride Australia's Vic Dodds is preparing for the first ever Markets at the Gardens day. Picture by Les Smith
Drink in history and the future with a tasting adventure of award-winning Barossa shiraz.
Rosie Ryan
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Travel through the Panama Canal on a ship built for maximum enjoyment.
Emma Brown
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Colourful houses Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Picture Shutterstock
Sit back and see the best of New Zealand on this sweeping rail and coach tour.
Emma Brown
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Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Picture Shutterstock
The Northern Lights hold a fascination for humans the world over.
Emma Brown
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The polar lights in Norway. Picture Shutterstock
Upgrading the litter tray can improve your cat's health and decrease odour.
Elizabeth Habermann
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PetSafe is dedicated to enhancing the bond between pets and their families through innovative pet care solutions with the ScoopFree automatic litter tray their latest product. Picture PetSafe
In the Past is compiled from the Daily Advertiser by the Wagga Wagga & District Historical Society.
Your comprehensive guide to how communities will pay their respects.
Daisy Huntly, Jeremy Eager
The dawn service in Wagga on Anzac Day 2022. Picture by Madeline Begley
'People are already travelling to Wagga or Albury.'
Sophie Else
Petition organisers Bailey Krebser, Montana Farrall and Tara Buckley with concerned parents. Picture by Les Smith
Infertility Awareness Week, April 21-27, aims to remove stigma.
Sophie Else
Victoria Giddings with Ivy, 3, says she's thankful everyday for her journey, "It was hard, but oh so worth it," she says. Picture by Mark Jesser.
Was it the Hudson Bay, Coronation Gulf or Prince William Sound?
Anna Houlahan • 2hrs ago
Launching on May 4, the show has timed a new Star Wars piece to perfection.
Andrew Mangelsdorf • 2hrs ago
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Wagga Brick Show, Graham Draper puts in the finishing touches to his Simpsons display as he readies to open the doors of the Kyeamba Smith Hall on Saturday morning. Picture by Tom Dennis
One racegoer bought his horses suit with five bottles of Malibu.
Emily Anderson
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Scottie Marsh, Ninoska Birchall, Liliana Birchall and Lucas Kleinschafer were out and about at the Wagga Gold Cup. Picture by Emily Anderson
The proposed centre would create 96 childcare spaces.
Taylor Dodge
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A development application for a new childcare centre at 63 Deakin Avenue, Lloyd has been submitted to Wagga City Council. Picture supplied
This deal is the very definition of the phrase 'picking winners'.
Simon Cowan
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Treasurer Jim Chalmers has wheeled out more rhetorical flourishes this week. Picture by Gary Ramage
This deal is the very definition of the phrase 'picking winners'.
Simon Cowan
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A new strategy is needed to truly hold digital platforms accountable.
Alice Dawkins
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Large platforms are exploiting the gaps in Australia's patchy framework for tech accountability. Picture Shutterstock
Vandalising his statues is as bad as whitewashing our history.
Garry Linnell
James Cook statues are being defaced. Picture Shutterstock
Best of the west just got closer.
Marlene Even
Airline review: Is the new flight between Sydney and Busselton any good?
Portland is abuzz with new energy.
Louise Goldsbury
Portland beyond Portlandia: Why everyone's talking about this city - again!
The 2024 numbers have surpassed pre-pandemic figures.
Sit back and see the best of New Zealand on this sweeping rail and coach tour.
Emma Brown
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Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Picture Shutterstock
The pros and cons of car loans and car rentals in Australia.
Photo by Shutterstock.
Where to sleep in the Victorian capital.
Akash Arora
Clockwise from far left: The Interlude; Le Meridien; the Lyall; the Ritz-Carlton; Adina Apartment Hotel on Flinders.
Follow these tips to keep up with the "Kippers".
Tiana Templeman
How to travel with adult children without going broke: An expert guide
Car Expert
Between now and the end of the financial year, you can save $1000 on the drive-away price of a 2023-plated Mahindra XUV700.
Jack Quick
Users of the Chargefox network can see how long other electric vehicles have been using chargers, reducing frustrations about wait times.
Jordan Mulach
BMW has introduced Sport versions of its entry-level 1 Series and 2 Series Gran Coupe, bringing drive-away pricing and some extra equipment.
William Stopford
Toyota is launching not one, but two electric SUVs with three rows of seating, both of which will be built in the US.
William Stopford
The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport enters 2024 with a revised look and equipment tweaks, as well as higher prices across the range.
Jordan Mulach
The Senior
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
The Land
Frost isn't far off but days are sunny and warm and it's lovely being out and about in the garden.
Fiona Ogilvie
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Cows on their first calves top Mudgee Angus Breeders' sale at $2800
Simon Chamberlain
Peabody Coal's James Heesterman and Ian Flood present Andrew White, Havilah North, Mudgee, with the trophy for the best pen of females. The cows and calves made $2800. Pictures by SImon Chamberlain
Family's years of service honoured with certificates of appreciation.
Simon Chamberlain
Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton presented three Certificates of Appreciation to Kamala Wheeler to recognise the military service of her father, Eric, grandfather, Hugh and great uncle Charles. Picture supplied by Mark Coulton MP
The eclectic style has become a classic for a reason.
Helpful insights into creating spaces that enhance your art.
Selecting and styling the right art can enhance the overall ambiance of your home. Picture supplied
Not sure what to buy her? Look around the house for inspiration.
Linley Wilkie
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Last minute ideas your mum will adore