Oberon LGA lockdown lifted this morning

The Oberon LGA lockdown was lifted this morning. The area has had no Covid-19 cases recorded in the last 14 days. In fact, Oberon has not recorded a case of coronavirus at all, which is testament to the way the majority of residents have responsibly behaved during the pandemic. Locals have enthusiastically embraced the lifting…

Oberon Council elections postponed

Oberon Council elections have been postponed until December, 2021. The elections, which were due to take place in August, have again been postponed by the NSW Government, due to the latest coronavirus outbreak. Originally, the elections were to take place in August 2020 but last year they were postponed for 12 months, due to coronavirus.…

Cold and snowy around Oberon today

It was cold and snowy around Oberon today following a very bleak night. Light snow blew in overnight, settling in protected places. There was a little snow to see around the area but overall, there wasn’t much on the ground. There wasn’t much sunshine today but there were lots of icy showers which made going…

Jenolan Caves offering great deals for locals

Jenolan Caves is offering some great deals for locals, including cave tours, in exchange for NSW Government vouchers. Much of the advertising for Jenolan Caves is by word-of-mouth, and locals are regarded as the caves’ best promoters.  The current deal on offer is that if you are a local, you can book a Chifley or…

Jenolan Caves to receive millions for restoration work

Jenolan Caves is to receive millions of dollars for restoration and repair work. Member for Bathurst, Paul Toole announced the funding which recognises the importance of Jenolan Caves as a World Heritage listed site. Since 2019, the area has been affected by bushfires, floods and severe damage to access roads. This has meant visitors have…

Snow falling around Oberon

Snow is falling around Oberon today. The weather has been especially wild and unpleasant, with gale force winds and icy showers across the region. Tourists often flock to Oberon when snow is forecast, but due to the Greater Sydney lockdown, it is very quiet in town. Locals are hoping that the people from Sydney and…

Oberon Women’s Golf for the truly tough

Oberon Women’s Golf was for the truly tough today! With rain forecast to come in around midday, a good field of 12 ladies teed off soon after 9am. They were all hoping that they could finish the 18 holes before the rain set in. However, the rain was absolutely on time and in combination with…

Oberon U3A Term 3 program out now

Oberon U3A Term 3 program is now out with lots of choices of classes and activities for members to join. Read the program and decide how many of these activities you can fit into your week! With lots of choices in the more sedentary activities, like the Creative Arts group or the Book Clubs, Bridge…

Oberon Police checking for masks

Oberon Police have been checking that people are wearing masks when they are visiting Oberon shops and other outlets.The NSW Government has declared that everyone must wear a mask while shopping or visiting other places, like cafes. In addition, people need to check in to every establishment they enter using the QR code tracing app.…

Matt Moran buys Rockley Pub

Matt Moran has purchased the Rockley Pub. Matt is an Australian chef and restaurateur and the tour de force behind some of Australia’s most celebrated dining establishments. Matt talked on ABC Radio this morning about his plans for the Rockley Pub, which will commence when he takes over ownership in mid July. Matt has in…