August 7, 2026

Helping kids and teens build relationships offline

WITH the ban on under-16s using social media, the Government has recognised a need to fill the void and help youth...

1 in 4 Australians forego heating or cooling due to cost

TEMPERATURE extremes at either end of the thermometer carry inherent risk for vulnerable people, such as the elderly or...

The Corker dares Gloucester hikers to tackle a legendary Barrington trail

Gloucester Bushwalkers at the start of Corker Trail. Photo: Supplied. Lunch Break at Selby Alley Hut at the top of the...

University of the Third Age groups meet to share tips for lifelong learning

REPRESENTATIVES of mid north coast branches of the University of the Third Age (U3A) gathered in Port Macquarie recently...

Federal Court finds Pauline Hanson guilty of racism

ONE Nation leader Pauline Hanson has failed to overturn a court ruling that she made a racist remark when she told a...

Seven suspected bird flu cases in native species

THE poultry industry is on alert after seven suspected bird flu cases were found in native species, potentially marking...

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