Despite a swing against her, and Labor winning the federal election in a landslide, Liberal Party incumbent Sussan Ley appears poised to retain the seat of Farrer.
At time of publication Ms Ley held an estimated 62 per cent of the vote, ahead of first-time independent candidate Michelle Milthorpe, who is expected to capture more than 20 per cent of the vote tally.
Labor’s Glen Hyde is trailing the two forerunners on just over 15 per cent.

Sussan Ley set to retain seat of Farrer - but will she contest Liberal leadership

Listen to our hosts discuss all the news from the May 14, 20205 edition of The Riverine Grazier Newspaper

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The weekend's results from Hay Lions, Hay Cutters, Hay Magpies and Balranald Roos

Weekend footy club results - May 21

Hay Shire Council expects to maintain its cash position in the General Fund, despite substantial operating deficits for the next five years.

Careful planning maintains Hay Shire Council’s cash position

Listen to all the big news, from The Riverine Grazier's May 21 edition (2025) AI hosts Jess and Krista discuss the stories from across the region.

The Riverine Grazier podcast - May 21, 2025 edition

Ivanhoe Roosters hosted round one of the 2025 ProTen Season on Saturday. The Ivanhoe side took the opportunity to hold their Indigenous Round with Welcome to Country performed by Sharon Kennedy, a smoking ceremony and limited-edition playing kit.
The distinctive jersey’s worn by the Roosters and Hens were designed by Carolyn Williams, and auctioned off after the game.

Ivanhoe opens ProTen 2025 season with two wins

When Stacey and Ian Lugsdin undertook a Local Land Services project to fence off some of the remnant endangered sandhills on their properties at Warrendale and Nauru near Gunbar in 2018 and 2019, they had no idea the journey that they were about to undertake.  

Threatened species finding - Winged Peppercress herb found on Gunbar sandhills

A tough, thorny weed called African boxthorn is causing major headaches for farmers and the environment across regional Australia, but a fungus is the latest tool being used in the fight.

Rust Fungus a tool in the fight against African boxthorn, says CSIRO - trial sites needed

The Riverine Grazier Podcast for the May 28 edition - Council news, a rare plant is discovered, fungus unleashed to fight boxthorns, ProTen footy kicks off, a civil war story and the connection to Hay and so much more.

The Riverine Grazier - May 28, 2025

Welcome to an audio journey through local news and stories from The Riverine Grazier newspaper, serving Hay and the surrounding region. This description highlights articles covering a diverse range of topics, including community events such as the upcoming Hay Amateur Theatre Group production 'Drop Dead Disco', the launch of the Hay Women's Network, library activities including Story Time, and a family fun run/walk for the Ward family.
Catch up on detailed local sports results from various competitions, including netball, rugby league, rugby union, golf, tennis, bowls, AFL, and athletics achievements at cross country events and Little Athletics presentations.
Gain insights into significant local issues and council matters, such as the Hay Shire Council's Sheds and Shipping Containers in Residential Areas Policy, the Council's decision to relinquish membership with RAMJO, advocacy for a new Deniliquin Hospital, the recognition of RFS fleet as NSW Government assets, proposals for a feral animal bounty, efforts to reduce food waste, research into online predatory behaviour targeting young Australians, and investigations into Motor Neurone Disease hot spots.
The audio also features descriptions of key individuals profiled in the paper, such as Mick Beckwith OAM, Annette Smith (Star of the Week), Marieli (Magic Touch Cleaning Services), Karen Frith, William Henry Sheppard, and Jane Caldwell/Egan/Guernsey/Sheppard.

Riverine Grazier podcast - June 4, 2025

This audio covers a snapshot of community news and events from the region. Hay recently hosted the Mini Nationals and a successful BnS Ball over the June long weekend, drawing large crowds despite challenging conditions. Looking ahead, the Hay Shire Council is facilitating a Housing Hay’s Future forum to discuss strategies for housing development and affordability in the area.
Key regional events featured include details on the Thriving Women 2025 conference, aimed at empowering women in agriculture with insights from renowned speakers, and highlighting World Blood Donor Week, stressing the importance and constant need for blood donations.
Updates on local services include the Health Minister indicating no additional ambulance crew for Hay, but looking into improved patient transport. Court reports detail cases involving truck drivers and an increase in drug-driving offences. Community initiatives such as a cultural burn workshop and the expansion of the Get Hooked fishing program to high schools are also covered. Sporting highlights abound, with coverage of the Hay Lions' dominant AFL win, Kenneth Jubb reaching his 200th senior game milestone, discussions around potential league mergers, and rugby league news including Group 20's planned Magic Round.
A significant focus is placed on the urgent community effort to restore the historic Toganmain Woolshed for its 150th anniversary celebrations, detailing the challenges and vision for this important landmark. Balranald Mayor Louie Zaffina provides insights into potential infrastructure improvements, concerns over water supply proposals and buybacks, advocacy for increased funding, and developments underway in Euston. Additionally, the Hay library is hosting rural romance author Maya Linnell for a special talk.

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Sussan Ley set to retain seat of Farrer - but will she contest Liberal leadership

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