A NATIVE invader is threatening the long-term survival of the endemic Manning River turtle, which is only found in the freshwater creeks and rivers of the Manning River system. This ancient, unique creature is at risk of extinction because of its limited population size and a range of other threats. Of all the pressures on […]
THUNDERBOLTS Way will remain closed about 40 kilometres north of Gloucester near Bretti in the short term, as crews work to clear landslips and repair bridges. MidCoast Council crews are repairing the road which connects Gloucester to the New England region to achieve access to more damaged sections. Repairs are currently being done on Leslie’s […]
SES members played a vital role in ensuring community safety.
SES members played a vital role in ensuring community safety. RFS members were thanked at the community dinner. THE GLOUCESTER Rotary club hosted a free dinner event on Tuesday, 3 June to thank the volunteers who pitched in to support the community during the region’s recent flood event. Robert McNiece, Captain of the Gloucester SES […]
THE Gloucester RSL sub-Branch will receive $10,000 in NSW Government funding for conservation work on the Gloucester Memorial Clock Tower. Minister for Veterans David Harris announced the sub-Branch as one of the successful applicants from Round 2 of the 2024/25 Community War Memorials Fund. The Gloucester Memorial Clock Tower was constructed in 1931. A tall […]
Managing Director Anthony Dorney says the timber industry is under stress.
BULAHDELAH’S primary industries have had a difficult year with the recent floods only adding to the stress being experienced by many businesses. A very wet summer leading into the recent East Coast Low and then almost immediately followed by flooding rains, has devastated many local businesses. Anthony Dorney, Managing Director of the Dorney Group Bulahdelah, […]
ACROSS NSW, over 110,000 native animals from more than 500 species are rescued annually, according to the Department of Environment and Heritage. Organisations like FAWNA (For Australian Wildlife Needing Aid), a not-for-profit group, play a crucial role in helping sick, injured or orphaned native animals, which maximises their chances of returning to their natural habitats. […]
Dead livestock on the beach.
MIDCOAST Council is asking for patience and understanding from the community as authorities work to dispose of the vast numbers of dead livestock left behind by recent floods. Mayor Claire Pontin said while the flood had been devastating for so many in the community, the impact on primary producers had been nothing short of catastrophic. […]
Rattlesnake Willie with his famous namesake.
REGULARS at Pizza Night at Roadies have probably been entertained by “Rattlesnake Willie” (aka Ellis Girrard). But how did someone born and raised in the small town of McCammon in the US state of Idaho, who has talent and a deep love of country music, end up in Barrington? Ellis is the eldest of five […]
This roof leak went unnoticed until the heaviest rains fell, again using wood as transmission to the lowest point.
HIDDEN dangers exist in practically every house and property, many only exposed after an incident like the heavy rainfall that the region received over the last weeks. Mould, which naturally exists almost everywhere, loves moisture and poorly-lit areas that lack decent ventilation, such as walls or wallpaper, ceilings, bathroom tiles, carpets, insulation material and wood. […]
CWA members from Gloucester Branch (l-r) Sandy Tebbet (State Handicraft Officer), Denise Redman (Secretary), and Margaret Cornish at the Handicraft Exhibition. Photo: Pauline Cain.
CWA members from Gloucester Branch (l-r) Sandy Tebbet (State Handicraft Officer), Denise Redman (Secretary), and Margaret Cornish at the Handicraft Exhibition. Photo: Pauline Cain. CWA members from Gloucester Evening Branch (l-r) Donna Kemp (Vice President), Anne Mags (Treasurer), Megan de Witte, Barbara Reichert, Jillian Carson (President), Rhonda Merchant (State Executive Committee Member) and Deb Cook […]
