The entrance to Yancoal’s proposed Renewable Energy Hub. Photo: file.
The entrance to Yancoal’s proposed Renewable Energy Hub. Photo: file. A concept image of Stratford Renewable Energy Hub. Photo: Yancoal. CONCERNS have been raised about where to accommodate construction workers if a major renewable energy project goes ahead. As reported by NOTA (2/10/2024), the Stratford Coal Mine has come to the end of its useful […]
THIRTY-THREE community organisations in the Gloucester and Stroud regions have benefited from a share in $92,000 through Stratford Coal’s 2026 Community Support Program. The funding will support a diverse range of local organisations including primary and high schools, rural fire services, creative and cultural associations, historical societies, sporting clubs, community halls, country clubs, preschool services […]
FANCY yourself as a writer? If so, then this might be just the competition for you. For some time, James Hooke has been concerned that writing skills do not receive the recognition that they should. “I have noticed that there are always lots of awards and prizes for sport, but few for the important skill […]
The dogs are excited about their new off-leash area. Photo: MidCoast Council.
SARAH Wortley from Gloucester River Dogs is delighted with the announcement a new fenced off-leash dog park will be developed within the existing off-leash area of Gloucester District Park. Gloucester River Dogs is an informal assembly of dog lovers who for some time have been meeting regularly with their dogs for a couple of hours […]
A picnic in Billabong Park remembering Dave Snowden.
AS reported by NOTA (14 January 2026) before his untimely death, well-known Gloucester identity Dave Snowden was planning the first Bucketts of Pride Festival for this year’s Valentine’s Day. “I really thought it would be a great idea to celebrate the wonderful diversity of Gloucester, and I can say that festival-goers will be in for […]
Dame Marie Bashir. The commemorative plaque in Minimbah Garden. THERE was widespread sadness surrounding the recent death of the much-loved former NSW Governor, Dame Marie Bashir, and a number of Gloucester locals were prompted by her passing to fondly remember the day in October 2003 she spent in and around the town. Dame Marie was […]
AFTER a 12-month disruption, normal XPT services are due to return to Gloucester in April 2026. However, a date has still not been announced for the introduction of the new regional fleet to replace the ageing XPT fleet. NOTA reported in March 2025 that XPT train services to and from Gloucester would be significantly disrupted […]
A 60km/h sign on Bucketts Way at Forbesdale Hill.
MOTORISTS frustrated by the long-standing – and said to be temporary – 60 km/h speed zone on Bucketts Way south of Gloucester may soon see some relief. Heading south, the reduced speed limit, which begins at the bottom of Forbesdale Hill near Fairbairns Road, and continues to just short of Faulkland Road, has now been […]
New apprentices and trainees undergo their induction and training. Photo MCC.
NEW apprentices and trainees have been inducted into their roles with MidCoast Council. Each year, Council provides the opportunity for a group of people to kickstart a career in a number of fields. The positions are not just for young people. As an equal opportunity employer, Council says it is committed to attracting and retaining […]
Handing over a cheque to Amber Galvin from BWNG, Ian Shaw and Des McLure from Lodge Gloucester. Photo: supplied.
Handing over a cheque to Amber Galvin from BWNG, Ian Shaw and Des McLure from Lodge Gloucester. Photo: supplied. Amber Galvin from BWNG with Fay and Di Relf from Gloucester Community Shop. Photo: supplied. BUCKETTS Way Neighbourhood Group Inc. (BWNG) has received donations of $5,000 each from District 44 Masonic Charities and Gloucester Community Shop. […]
