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Articles published in January 2026


Oberon Council Mayor's Column
January 15, 2026 in Community

This fortnight's column from Oberon Mayor Andrew McKibbin can be seen here.

Work for nothing. It will be fun.
January 29, 2026 in General News

Do you like being paid when you go to work? I know that's a silly question, so why would you expect your kids to work for nothing so that someone else can sell their work.
See the story here

 

First Edith Seasonal Markets for 2026
January 29, 2026 in Community

There are lots of markets to choose from around the area, but a new one is one that has a bright future. The first Edith Seasonal Markets were held on a hot and windy January 10.
See some more about this here

 

Editorial - Where is our Leagues Club?
January 29, 2026 in Opinion

When the construction of the new sports complex was announced there were two assumptions shared by almost everyone in Oberon. One of these assumptions was that the Leagues Club would move across to the purpose-built facilities in the new grandstand. So where is it?
See the rest of this here

 

Media release: Oberon Men's Shed
January 29, 2026 in Community

Oberon Men's Shed is looking at its future and needs your help.
See what you can do here

 

There's a homeless person in town. Shock. Horror.
January 29, 2026 in Opinion and People

The presence of a homeless person in town has produced two sorts of responses.
See more about this here

 

Mushroom season will be here soon
January 29, 2026 in General News


Thank you to Steve Nelson for the laugh

 

Australia Day in Oberon, 2026
January 29, 2026 in Community and People

It's that one day of the year again.
Go here to see all the winners

 

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