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Burren Junction Christmas Light Competition

Burren Get your lights ready for the Christmas light Competion

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The Burren Junction Fishing Club is excited to announce a Christmas light competition !

Who Can Enter - Anyone residing in the Burren Junction postcode and children attending the Burren Junction Public School.

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In town will be 2 winners: Best Business and Best House

Out of town will be 2 winners: Best Farm House and Best Property Entrance

After School Private Tutoring

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Primary School Tutoring is available, Lizzie Skinner is offering tutoring for students from primary age up to 15 years who need extra support with reading, writing, spelling, maths, science and homework.  She creates a calm, encouraging environment where kids feel confident, supported, and proud of their progress.  Offering one-on-one or small group lessons, Help with schoolwork and homework.  Clear, patient explanations.  Support in Maths, English, Physics, Chemistry and general science.  Building confidence in learning. Tailored support to your child's needs.  Fun learning games - Lizzie makes learning fun!  Available after school in Narrabri, Wee Waa and Burren Junction, affordable rates.  Contact Lizzie Skinner 0407 883 346

Hailstorm hits Burren Junction: roofs damaged as SES and VRA crews respond

By Kate Schwager | Burren Junction | 7 November 2025

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A sudden storm swept through Burren Junction on Friday afternoon, around 7.30pm, 7 November, leaving several homes damaged and prompting a quick response from local SES and Volunteer Rescue Association (VRA) crews.

Residents reported strong winds and hailstones pelting the town during the brief but intense event. Several roofs were lifted or partially torn away, and fallen trees blocked parts of Inkerman and Hastings Streets, as well as nearby roads.

Walgett Shire Council confirmed its staff were back in Burren Junction over the weekend, assessing the damage and assisting in clean-up operations.

“It came through really fast — the hail was the size of golf balls,” one resident said. “You could hear it hammering on the roof, and then part of it just lifted.”

The Burren Junction VRA was called in to help secure homes, placing tarpaulins over damaged roofs and clearing debris on Saturday afternoon and Sunday. Volunteers worked alongside council crews to make properties safe and prevent further water damage.

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