SATURDAY 8TH AUGUST INIDIVIDUAL STABLEFORD FIELD | 35 members & 1 visitor. DIV 1 (<15) | Winner Wayne Stedman (11) 37 Points, Runner Up Stephen Watson (14) 36 Points, 3rd Place Allan McKinnon (13) 36 Points DIV 2 (16-36) | Winner Peter Griffin (16) 38 Points, Runner Up Rodney Crossman (18) 35 Points, 3rd Place […]
Be quick - last time this program ran, all available washing machines were snapped up within a week. Image: pvproductions on Magnific.
6,000 subsidised new washing machines available to eligible concession-card holders
IF you have a top-loading washing machine and are a pensioner, veteran, social housing tenant or part of a low-income household, you may be eligible to trade your machine in for a brand new 8kg water and energy-efficient front-loader for just $250. The NSW Government’s Washing Machine Exchange Program is back with another 6,000 discounted […]
Farmers say it’s time to end the regional mobile black spots
REGIONAL Australians are calling on the Federal Government to act now on domestic mobile phone roaming and take farmers’ connectivity concerns seriously. The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed an Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) inquiry into domestic mobile roaming but says regional communities should not have to wait any longer for things to […]
STARGAZING: Some of the most mysterious things in space
IMAGINE a place where nothing can escape – not even light. It sounds like science fiction, but these strange objects really do exist. They are called black holes, and they are among the most mysterious things in the universe. We can’t see a black hole because it gives off no light. Instead, we find them […]
Restore Me volunteers with some of the students who have participated in the life-changing project. Photo: Restore Me on Facebook.
Award-winning youth program faces closure without a new home
Restore Me inspirator Geoffrey Hamilton is asking the community to continue helping struggling teens secure skills, purpose and a bright future. Restore Me volunteers with some of the students who have participated in the life-changing project. Photo: Restore Me on Facebook. AN award-winning Rotary program that has helped disengaged teenagers discover purpose, confidence and employment […]
Clean out the chemicals: Dungog farmers urged to register for disposal opportunity
DUNGOG Shire farmers, primary producers and agribusinesses with unwanted or expired agricultural chemicals are being encouraged to register for the upcoming ChemClear collection. The program provides a safe and responsible way to dispose of eligible Group 2 agricultural chemicals that cannot be accepted through the drumMUSTER program. Financial assistance is available for eligible participants, thanks […]
Meet Jack McBlane – his mum calls him the future mayor of Clarence Town
JACK McBlane is a rising star in Clarence Town. His mum, Yvonne McBlane, lovingly calls him, “the future mayor of Clarence Town”. In January this year, Jack received the Australia Day Young Citizen of the Year Award. He now has his sights set on transforming the local community’s creative scene for youth. News Of The […]
Printed Edition 12 AUGUST 2026
ON THE COUCH: What should I do with my parent’s ashes
DEAR Jasminda, My parents recently indicated they would like their ashes scattered at a beach. I want to be composted. Could I keep some of their ashes to go in with my remains? Patricia L. DEAR Patricia, Though this is a rather macabre subject, it is important that your parents’ wishes are adhered to. Since […]
‘Woke’ agenda could cause civil war
I COULD be wrong but, in my humble opinion, it would appear that Labor, Liberals, Greens and Teals seem to be behind woke communism, using schoolkids to march against Australian democracy. This may send Western society broke and cause civil war. Regards, Mick Edgar, Nelson Bay.
