IndyNR reports that singers and dancers are being sought for a new musical called 'Love was not lost, it was Forgotten', which was written by Rex and Marian Forwood over 40 years.
An exhibition of paintings by Ross Tamlin is running until September 13 at the Roxy Gallery, according to IndyNR. The exhibition features 600 of Tamlin's works that have been sold overseas.
Spare Parts Puppet Theatre performed a playful retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk called 'Beanstalk' at Cummins Theatre on 5 July, telling the classic tale from the giant's perspective, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.
The spread of bird flu in Australia is limiting the ability of volunteers and wildlife carers to handle sick animals, highlighting the need for greater support for these essential conservation workers, according to Australian Rural & Regional News. The report notes that Australia has long relied on volunteers and wildlife carers for conservation work.
Experts outlined eight protective actions Australians can take to help mitigate the impacts of bird flu on native birds, mammals, and domestic poultry, despite expected significant losses from the threat, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.
In Western Australia, wildlife rehabilitators and community organisations will receive $2 million in new funding through a Bird Flu Wildlife Resilience Grants package to prepare for H5 bird flu impacts, the news outlet reports.
NBN News – Northern Rivers reports that a not-for-profit in the Northern Rivers has launched a coffee cup initiative to combat homelessness, aligning with Homelessness Week and calling for increased support from the state government. The region has some of New South Wales' highest numbers of people sleeping rough.
La Trobe University researchers found that annual ryegrass, a major weed in Australian grain systems, can adapt its growth to survive drought stress, potentially complicating weed management as climate becomes more variable, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.
The Northern Territory government has declared a new 10-year Alice Springs Water Allocation Plan (2026-2036) to manage water usage in the region, replacing the 2016-2026 plan that expired earlier in 2026, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.
Horsham Rural City Council is seeking state government funding to upgrade aging infrastructure at Horsham Aerodrome as the facility increases in importance during fire seasons, according to Australian Rural & Regional News.
Round 2 of the Biosecurity Boost Grants Program has funded eleven projects addressing pests and diseases, including biosecurity workshops for mango and berry growers, support for remote Indigenous communities, and phytophthora surveillance research in Queensland, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.
Max Life Church Naracoorte hosted its annual International Service on 26 July, featuring music, traditional worship songs, and cultural performances celebrating the diverse nations represented in the congregation, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.
Rose Nevinson grew up mustering sheep on her family's Booroorban property and has pursued a career in the wool industry, eventually reaching the Melbourne wool floor, according to Australian Rural & Regional News. The article traces her path from childhood assistance in the yards to her professional involvement in the sector.
Tia Halakas, a Riverland disability advocate, has launched Admin Assist by Tia, a virtual admin assistant business, to address accessibility and employment challenges faced by people living with disabilities in the region, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.
Barmera-Monash Football Club is hosting their fourth annual Wellbeing games this weekend in partnership with Loxton Football Club, continuing the club's commitment to promoting mental health conversations in the region, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.
Kaniva Bakery officially reopened after being completely rebuilt, marking a new addition to the local town, Australian Rural & Regional News reports.
Nimbin GoodTimes reports on several local developments, including a five-year celebration of reoccupation, learning the village way, and poets performing. The publication also covers Stop Iron Gates Inc's launch of the Save Evans River & Environment Group, a politicians' debate on dams, nimBIN Chickens' progression to stage 2, and changes to the face of Nimbin.