ACCORDING to MND Australia, Motor Neurone Disease (MND) is an umbrella term for a group of diseases that affect motor neurons. “Motor neurons are the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord that are responsible for voluntary movement,” explains the MND Australia website. “In MND, the nerves weaken and start to die, which means […]
WHAT drives Ollie Rinkin to give more than 60 years of his time and talent to sport, particularly hockey? “I value comradeship and some of my opponents in hockey are my best mates,” Ollie said. “I’m happy keeping young people off the streets and training youngsters to excel in the game.” Ollie became a foundation […]
“AMAZING,” Beryl Landers exclaimed, when the fundraising tally reached $1,077.95 at a charity high tea and auction held at Gloucester Seventh-day Adventist Church on 23 August. The $15 high tea attracted about 20 ladies, who were each asked to bring two items for the auction. Proceeds from the event went to Delhuntie Park Youth Care […]
Measles often manifests with a characteristic rash and a fever that often peaks when the rash is at its worst. Photo: Physicians Premier.
PORT Stephens residents are being advised to check their immunity to measles. An estimated 1.7 million Australians are not protected against measles, putting individuals and communities at risk of more outbreaks, according to new analysis from the peak immunisation research organisation. National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance (NCIRS) data shows more than 80,000 Australian […]
Max enjoys playing his guitar and singing. Max’s octagonal house, which he built. WHO remembers the hippie age of the early 1960s? The days when young people were attracted to flower power (symbols of peace, love and non violence); free love, communal living, organic food, natural remedies and the music from The Beatles, Bob Dylan, […]
A Blue Plaque commemorating the historic 1965 Freedom Ride advocating for Aboriginal rights. Photo: Heritage NSW.
AN opportunity exists to help preserve and honour history by nominating inspiring people and defining moments that have helped shape the state of New South Wales. The NSW Government is inviting everyone, from individuals to community organisations, to share a story that deserves to be immortalised with a Blue Plaque. There are more than 70 […]
Women should not have to choose between public office and personal safety. Photo: Magnific.
GENDERED abuse and intimidation is discouraging strong female candidates from standing for office or applying for executive roles, a NSW survey has revealed. The Women for Election survey found 89 per cent of respondents, or almost nine out of 10, had experienced online abuse. Three-quarters said it had worsened over the past two years, and […]
AFTER many failed attempts, the Gloucester Business Chamber has at last been successful in forming a management committee. In March this year, News Of The Area reported that, after 99 years, the Chamber faced several significant problems and was facing closure. A public meeting on 28 March allowed members of the community to express their […]
TEMPERATURE extremes at either end of the thermometer carry inherent risk for vulnerable people, such as the elderly or young children, yet more than one in four admit they’ve gone without in times of need due to the cost. A recent survey revealed that 27 per cent of Australians, which is 5.7 million people, fell […]
Gloucester Bushwalkers at the start of Corker Trail. Photo: Supplied.
Gloucester Bushwalkers at the start of Corker Trail. Photo: Supplied. Lunch Break at Selby Alley Hut at the top of the Corker Trail. Photo: Supplied. Heading up the Corker Trail, Barrington Tops. Photo: Supplied. FEW walking tracks in NSW have a reputation quite like The Corker. Rising steeply from Lagoon Pinch to the Barrington Tops […]
