A passion for preserving local history and supporting community broadcasting has earned Julie Dowlean the honour of being named Narrabri Shire Volunteer of the Year.

Julie is widely respected across the region for her longstanding commitment to both the Wee Waa Historical Society and Narrabri's community radio station, 2 Max FM. Through her volunteer efforts, she has helped preserve the stories of the past while keeping local communities connected in the present.

As a dedicated member of the Wee Waa Historical Society, Julie has played an important role in recording and preserving the history of Wee Waa and the surrounding district. Her work has helped protect valuable photographs, documents and stories that form an important part of the region's heritage.

Community members gathered in Burren Junction on Tuesday, 19 May, to meet with the Council’s Strategic Plan representatives.

Residents were asked to place dots on the issues they considered most important to the future of Burren Junction. The overwhelming majority of responses focused on water supply, drainage, the bore baths, roads, and sportsgrounds.

One of the strongest concerns raised was the ongoing water crisis affecting the town’s sports ground precinct.

💦 💦 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠!💦

Great news for locals and travellers alike — the Burren Junction Bore Baths will officially reopen on Monday 30th March 🙌

Come and soak in the warm artesian waters and enjoy one of the Walgett Shire’s most relaxing stops 🌿

Please note:
🔹 There will be no caretaker onsite
🔹 Camping is available for just $5 per night via an honesty box system
🔹 A tap & pay honesty system will be installed in the near future

Pack the van, bring your swimmers, and make Burren Junction part of your outback adventure 🚐✨

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