Hay Cemetery has received a world-class upgrade, with new memorial features including a columbarium, memorial bridge, and pet plaque area. Council has also updated its Cemeteries Policy to reflect legislative changes and address community concerns.

The annual Shag Gregory Memorial Poker Run was a massive success, drawing over 200 participants and 188 poker hands. The event, held in memory of Shag (Edward) Gregory, raises funds for Motor Neurone Disease research and local charities. This year’s route covered Darlington Point, Yenda, and Carrathool, with festivities concluding at South Hay Pub. Winners included Kyle Aloi with the best poker hand and Kurt Woods, who took home a Milwaukee tool kit.

A total of 57 nominations have been received for the 2022 Hay Business Excellence awards, after nominations closed last Friday.

Phyllis Jones is a true leader and loves what she does.

This has earned her the Hay Citizen of the Year Award for 2022.