FOR livestock producers across the Stroud and Wootton districts, spring is one of the busiest and most important times of the farming calendar, making preparation now the key to success over the months ahead. To help local graziers get ready, NSW Local Land Services (LLS) is hosting two Livestock Roadshow: Spring Joining Preparations workshops, bringing […]

WHEN it comes to renewable energy, Gloucester residents know there are plenty of opinions – but a community workshop on Sunday, July 26th proved there’s also a strong appetite for respectful conversation and reliable information. Residents from across the Gloucester region joined others from Hawks Nest and the Mid North Coast for the Yes2Renewables workshop […]

The kids also thrive when they’re out in the paddock with the chooks. Photo: Supplied. Healthy chooks at Barrington Brahmas free-ranging in the sunshine. Photo: Supplied. FREE-ranging heritage chickens are more than a hobby for Barrington Brahmas owner Melissa Hunt, who says every bird has its own personality and an important role in the flock.  […]

Painted rocks. Photo: Jools Samerski Students working on an artwork. Photo: Jools Samerski ARTS Gloucester, supported by MidCoast Council and Coastline Bank, recently orchestrated a day-long cultural workshop for local small schools. Each year, Arts Gloucester hosts a cultural exhibition. This year, administrator Charlie Lethbridge was determined to include local schools in the event. “The […]