Anna Fortunaso (in orange) shows the Nippers how to handle the surf. Photo: supplied, Tea Gardens Hawks Nest SLSC.
YOUNG life savers have an example to look up to in Anna Fortunaso, the recipient of the Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Surf Life Saving Club (TGHN SLSC) 2024-25 Junior Life Saver of the Year. Anna officially started her journey as a life saver in 2016, joining the Nippers Junior Activities program as soon as she […]
The Clarence Town Cobras claimed this year’s Newcastle Hunter Men's D Grade Northern premiership. Photo: Cobras FB.
The Clarence Town Cobras claimed this year’s Newcastle Hunter Men’s D Grade Northern premiership. Photo: Cobras FB. The community hit the street to celebrate. Photo: Cobras FB. THE Clarence Town Cobras have claimed the D Grade Northern Men’s premiership trophy after defeating the Mallabula Panthers 30-22 in a high-scoring Grand Final contest at Lakeside Sporting […]
Dylan Brown says he's looking forward to the pressure that will come with his move to Newcastle. Photo: NRL Photos.
DYLAN Brown is excited for the pressure that will come with his multi-million dollar move to Newcastle, insisting he harbours no regrets over joining the newly-minted wooden spooners. The enormity of Brown’s task to resuscitate the Knights was laid bare on Sunday afternoon as the five-eighth helped inflict a 66-10 drubbing on them in his […]
Newcastle have scraped past plucky Avondale FC to reach the Australia Cup final. Photo: Con Chronis/AAP
NEWCASTLE will have the chance to claim their first piece of silverware in 17 years after fighting past semi-professional Avondale FC 4-2 to reach the Australia Cup final. In teeing up a final against another Victorian NPL club in Heidelberg United, who beat Auckland FC 2-0 on Saturday, the Jets continued their dream start to […]
Andrew Gaze and Belinda Clarke have received more recognition for contributions to their sports. Photo: Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS.
BELINDA Clark first dreamed of winning Wimbledon but it’s her trailblazing feats in cricket that have led to her elevation to legend status in the Sport Australia Hall of Fame. Clark and basketball icon Andrew Gaze have received the prestigious honour as the 52nd and 53rd legends to be announced since the category’s inception in […]
Runners all smiles as they cross the finish line. Highlights from Run Dungog 2025. Highlights from Run Dungog 2025. Highlights from Run Dungog 2025. Highlights from Run Dungog 2025. MORE than 400 runners, walkers, and supporters descended on Dungog on Sunday 10 August for Run Dungog 2025; a day that combined personal triumphs, community connection […]
Mark Bale enjoying travelling and training in Thailand.
TRAINING under the sweltering Thai sun isn’t for the faint-hearted, but for 33-year-old Mark Bale from Dungog, it was a life-changing opportunity he tackled head-on. Mark lives with autism and has overcome significant challenges throughout his life, showing determination, strength, and drive at every turn. A qualified personal trainer, he runs Achilles Training, a local […]
The 14s team with Coach Renae, Manager Kristy and Assistant Lani.
The 14s team with Coach Renae, Manager Kristy and Assistant Lani. The 14s with Swifts player Sophie Fawns. The 14s with Swifts player Helen Housby. The under 14s team. The 14s with Swifts player Sarah Klau. Dungog local Leahni in action. Dungog girls Stella and Leahni in action. THE Dungog Under 14s Representative Netball team […]
The Tri Challenge takes competitors through the stunning Gloucester area terrain.
The Tri Challenge takes competitors through the stunning Gloucester area terrain. The Tri Challenge takes competitors through the stunning Gloucester area terrain. Local winners in the 2024 Tri Challenge Jules Kitchener, Kim Haschek and Brett Radford. THE popular Gloucester Mountain Man Tri Challenge returns on Sunday 14 September, running from 8am to 2pm. This unique […]
The finishing line at Run Dungog. Last year’s winner of the ‘Best Dressed Dog’ prize. A wildcraft session for kids at Run Dungog. THE countdown is on for Run Dungog 2025, set to take place on Sunday 10 August. This year’s event promises something for everyone, from seasoned trail runners to kids and even the […]
