THE first report of an inquiry into community safety has been tabled, highlighting an urgent need for early intervention to deal with the complex social drivers of youth crime in regional and rural NSW. Since adopting the inquiry on 20 March 2024, the Committee of Law and Safety received almost 200 submissions and conducted hearings […]
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 […]
Python on a Wire 2024 by Sarah-Jane Eggins.
PHOTOGRAPHERS of all skill levels, from emerging talents to seasoned hobbyists and professionals, are invited to take part in the 2025 Pix from the Stix competition hosted by the Gloucester Arts and Cultural Council (GACCI). Initiated by local resident Gary Lyford, the competition has been running for 25 years and continues to celebrate the photographic […]
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 […]
Gloucester Environment Group members crossing a creek with bare feet.
Gloucester Environment Group members crossing a creek with bare feet. Having a rest at the Waitui Falls. The beautiful Waitui Falls. FOUR Gloucester Environment Group enjoyed a dry, mostly sunny day for bushwalking when they ventured to Waitui Falls on 19 May. Walks coordinator Rod Eckels had identified the spot on the upper reaches of […]
Neil and partner Janine share a happy moment. Neil’s meeting place table top. GLOUCESTER Aboriginal artist Neil Thorne died peacefully at home on 18 May after losing his battle with lung cancer. Neil and partner Janine Phillips, who was the love of his life, were both primary school teachers. They moved to Gloucester some years […]
Authorities are warning that scammers may attempt to exploit the recent natural disaster through fake fundraising appeals. Photo: NSW SES.
PREDATORY scammer activity is predicted to skyrocket in the wake of the recent rains and flood disasters. In the aftermath of severe flooding, the State Government is urging people to remain vigilant when donating to recovery efforts. As communities recover and rebuild, authorities are warning that scammers may attempt to exploit the situation through fake […]
Aedes aegypti mosquito ready for a meal, followed by laying eggs in your birdbath. Photo: Dr Cameron Webb.
Aedes aegypti mosquito ready for a meal, followed by laying eggs in your birdbath. Photo: Dr Cameron Webb. This backyard birdbath, filled by the recent rains, contains dozens of mosquito larvae that can mature within a week. The black spots are mosquito eggs or pupae, ready to hatch. MOSQUITO numbers are set to soar due […]
The riverbank has been carved away near the Old Schoolmaster’s Cottage on Barrington Rd East. Photos: Trudy Schultz. The riverbank has been carved away near the Old Schoolmaster’s Cottage on Barrington Rd East. Photos: Trudy Schultz. Jessica Collins took these photos of Campbell Engineering on Billabong Lane. Jessica Collins took these photos of Campbell Engineering […]
