LEGAL Aid NSW is urging anyone impacted by the recent bushfires in the Central Coast, Mid North Coast, Upper Hunter and Central West NSW to seek free legal help early. The Legal Aid NSW Disaster Response Legal Service (DRLS) can advise people about issues relating to insurance claims, tenancy rights, accessing disaster grants and payments, […]
Printed Edition 24 DECEMBER 2025
Council receives Clarence Town Bridge update
DUNGOG Shire Council has received an update on progress of the new Clarence Town Bridge at its 10 December meeting. The major infrastructure project is being funded through a combination of Federal, State and Transport for NSW contributions totalling $20.581 million. Recent achievements on the project include the completion of the bridge abutments, piers and […]
Plan your summer journey – allow extra time on the Pacific Highway at Hexham
TRANSPORT for NSW is encouraging motorists travelling on the Pacific Highway through Hexham to plan their trip and allow extra travel time during the Christmas New Year period, with high traffic volumes and delays expected. The M1 Pacific Motorway at Beresfield and the Pacific Highway at Hexham are linked via John Renshaw Drive and the […]
Paterson Golf Club
SATURDAY 13TH DECEMBER LAST MAN STANDING FIELD | 37 members & 1 visitor LAST MAN STANDING PLAYOFF | Winner Paul Langley (13) Play-Off Winner via Chip-Off, Runner Up Stuart Heathwood (15) – Eliminated 5th Play-Off via Chip-Off, 3rd Place Wayne Stedman (9) – Eliminated 4th Play-Off via Chip-Off, 4th Place Peter Nicholson (15) – Eliminated […]
Water lifeline: Booral family steps up in Stroud blaze
Wayne’s tanker delivering water. Photo: supplied. Gloucester Fire and Rescue attacking the flames. Photo: supplied. NUMEROUS firefighting crews, including Gloucester Fire and Rescue, were called to help contain a fire which recently broke out in bushland near Stroud golf course. Gloucester Fire and rescue were joined by several Rural Fire Service (RFS) units as well […]
Region’s national parks users urged to ‘stay vigilant and safe’
The Point Plomer campground in Limeburners Creek National Park. Photo: NPWS. Kayaking in the Barrington River. Photo: NPWS. WITH temperatures high and visitors flocking to the region’s stunning beaches, rivers, and waterholes, the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is urging everyone to stay vigilant and safe. National parks offer countless opportunities for swimming, fishing, […]
Tributes flow for firefighter after Bulahdelah fire tragedy
TRIBUTES have flowed for John Lohan, 59, the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Services (NPWS) firefighter who lost his life protecting the townships of Bulahdelah and Nerong. In a statement to social media, the NPWS said Mr Lohan was a “treasured and long-serving staff member” who was based at the service’s Lake Munmorah depot for […]
Students excel at AgSkills and Stock Horse challenges
Tocal students compete at the Stock Horse Breaker Challenge. Photo: JP Photography and Media. Tocal students compete at the Stock Horse Breaker Challenge. Photo: JP Photography and Media. Tocal students compete at the Stock Horse Breaker Challenge. Photo: JP Photography and Media. TOCAL College agriculture and stock horse students have put their abilities and knowledge […]
