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One of the city's most recognisable artworks, Arthur Hacker's 'Vae Victis', is set to be restored to its former glory.

The three-metre $800,000 painting, which depicts the sack of Morocco by the Almohad Caliphate, was today carefully moved into storage at the Broken Hill Regional Art Gallery (BHRAG).

From there it will be transported to Melbourne in a climate-controlled truck for restoration work on the frame and canvas, along with a delicate cleaning process.

The restoration is expected to cost between $22,000-28,000, and has been made...

In an Australian first, Charles Rasp Memorial Library is pleased to participate in a new project aimed at providing people with more options to manage their own mental health and wellbeing.

Books on Prescription helps people to understand and manage common mental health conditions using self-help reading.

he project is endorsed by health professionals and supported by libraries across Central and Far Western NSW and a grant from the Library Council of New South Wales.

Library members can borrow any of the recommended books in the Books on...

Council will pay tribute to the late John Lindsay Gregory at a large exhibition at the Broken Hill Regional Art Gallery (BHRAG) on 18 August.

Mr Gregory was a respected artist and tireless worker in the local art scene who founded the Willyama Art Society, and gave back to younger generations as the BHRAG’s Education Officer in the 1980's.

Last week the BHRAG received a large collection of Mr Gregory's works, with 53 pieces donated in accordance with his wishes by his sister, June Baetge.

Council's Gallery and Museum Manager, Tara Callaghan,...

Council's Rangers will be conducting random doorknocks throughout the month of June to ensure residents are taking a responsible approach to pet ownership.

Under the Companion Animals Act it is a requirement that all companion animals (dogs and cats) are permanently identified via a microchip by 12 weeks of age, or before being sold or given away, and lifetime registered with Council by six months of age.

Council's Chief Operating Officer, Brendan Smith, said compliance with legislation was important for both the animal and its owner.

"We...