Sonja ready to start her journey. Photo: supplied. Camping in Africa. Photo: supplied. Rugged up at the top of Norway. Photo: supplied. WHEN most people think of “roughing it” in Africa their thoughts might extend to a bumpy four-wheel guided tour through a wildlife reserve, or perhaps sitting on a log by a fire sipping […]

A RECENT accident has raised questions about the reliability of the NSW Live Traffic app. According to information on the App, “Live Traffic NSW provides real-time information about incidents and changes in traffic conditions that affect your journey. “Our aim is to help customers make the best possible travel decisions that will, in turn, contribute […]

TRIBUTES have flowed for John Lohan, 59, the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Services (NPWS) firefighter who lost his life protecting the townships of Bulahdelah and Nerong. In a statement to social media, the NPWS said Mr Lohan was a “treasured and long-serving staff member” who was based at the service’s Lake Munmorah depot for […]

PEOPLE living in communities impacted by recent bushfires who require essential medicines, including diabetes, heart and asthma medicines, can now access a limited supply without a prescription at pharmacies. NSW Health has issued an Authority under the Poisons and Therapeutic Goods legislation that enables pharmacists to supply prescription medicines to people without a prescription who […]

A MAN has been charged for allegedly transporting a commercial quantity of drugs on the Mid North Coast. About 11.20am on Thursday 11 December, officers attached to Traffic and Highway Patrol Command were patrolling the Pacific Highway, Nabiac, when they detected a white station wagon allegedly speeding. Police stopped the vehicle and conducted a roadside […]

The Point Plomer campground in Limeburners Creek National Park. Photo: NPWS. Kayaking in the Barrington River. Photo: NPWS. WITH temperatures high and visitors flocking to the region’s stunning beaches, rivers, and waterholes, the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is urging everyone to stay vigilant and safe. National parks offer countless opportunities for swimming, fishing, […]

The smoke clouds as the fire began. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Smoke drifts over the coast, leaving a thick blanket above the water at Bennetts Beach, Hawks Nest. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Recon and water-bombing aircraft land, refuel and take off from Bulahdelah Showground. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. The blackened median and verge forest along the Pacific Highway […]

Santa visits Gloucester in style. Photo: Gloucester Business Chamber. Deb Sheeley and Trish Banyer selling tickets for the raffle. A dazzling street procession of vintage cars, trucks and tractors joined the parade. Photos: Gloucester Business Chamber. A dazzling street procession of vintage cars, trucks and tractors joined the parade. Photos: Gloucester Business Chamber. A dazzling […]

McGrath Gloucester principal Jonny Tighe is confident the local market will continue to surge in 2026. Dillon & Sons principal Tavis Chivers says Dungog is a unique market given the low levels of property turnovers in the smaller shire. THE inland lifestyle belt stretching from Gloucester to Dungog is finishing 2025 with renewed momentum as […]

The timeless five-bedroom homestead, framed by established gardens and mountain views. The dining room with original timber walls and historic character. The homestead’s original rosewood interiors have been beautifully preserved. A stunning avenue of 100 liquidambar trees leads to the century-old residence. TUCKED into the rolling foothills just 15 minutes from Gloucester, a remarkable slice […]