President Judy, right, welcomes new members. Photo: Supplied.
LACK of educational opportunity is often associated with poverty, and education plays a significant role in breaking the poverty cycle, research has shown. It’s a fact recognised by organisations such as the Smith Family, which had its genesis at Christmas in 1922. Five businessmen delivered sweets and toys to an orphanage. When the matron asked […]
A SECOND motorcycle rider has died in the wake of a crash last month on the Bucketts Way involving a utility towing a horse float and two motorcycles, and the 18-year-old driver of the utility has been charged with multiple offences ahead of her November appearance at Raymond Terrace Local Court. On 20 September, 2026 […]
Gloucester motorcyclist Brian Beesley will take to local and regional roads as a volunteer Joe/Jo Rider from 1–9 October. Photo: Sonja Duncan. LOOK AGAIN: Brian Beesley in his distinctive Jo Rider vest on Church Street, Gloucester, encouraging motorists to actively look for motorcycles. Photo: Sonja Duncan. GLOUCESTER motorcyclist Brian Beesley is asking local drivers to […]
Yama owner, Jules Kitchener and Forest of Play owner, Anna Watts celebrate the opening of their neighbouring stores at 51 Church Street, Gloucester. Photo: Sonja Duncan. Forest of Play owner Ana Watts in the shop’s new space, designed as a nostalgic and magical experience for children and adults alike. Photo: Sonja Duncan. Yama’s eclectic range […]
AFTER a horrific couple of days of motor vehicle accidents on Bucketts Way south of Gloucester, a recent NSW Parliamentary report seems more than timely. The worst of the accidents occurred when, according to police, a utility pulling a horse float rolled over, crashing into two motorcycles, killing one of the riders and critically injuring […]
Tommy before visiting the barber. Photo: Supplied. A new-look Tommy holding his shorn locks. Photo: Supplied. A YOUNG child’s first haircut is usually quite a significant, sometimes traumatic occasion. And not just for the child, but the parents too. However, almost four-year-old Tommy Mowbray’s first haircut on 25 September had a much wider impact because, […]
Vana Ford (left) and Stephanie Smith at a WRAP block printing workshop. Photo: Supplied.
Vana Ford (left) and Stephanie Smith at a WRAP block printing workshop. Photo: Supplied. Chris Wood (left), Kerri Cains and Jo Davidson work on a prop for a WRAP performance. Photo: Supplied. ARTISTS from the Wauchope region are bringing their work, their stories and one very large fly to Gloucester Gallery next month. Threads of […]
Peter Jackson with a 1926 Chevrolet. Photo: Supplied.
Peter Jackson with a 1926 Chevrolet. Photo: Supplied. Peter Jackson prepares to cut the birthday cake. Photo: Supplied. Gloucester CWA provided refreshments. Photo: Supplied. Cars restored with skill and commitment. Photo: Supplied. Left to right, A 1925 English BSA 23/4 HP motorbike, a 1926 Chevrolet, and a 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. Photo: Supplied. PETER Jackson has […]
Gloucester Artists members Suzanne Cross, Tracey Murrell and Ray Mackrell share a laugh among some of the 69 works featured in the Gloucester Artists Spring 2026 exhibition. Photo: Sonja Duncan. Tracey Murrell with some of her pottery, inspired by the wildlife around her Gloucester River home, part of the diverse range of works on show […]
The Newcastle-based 620 class Rail Motor is heading to Dungog to raise money to fight childhood dementia. Photo: Rail Motor Society Paterson.
The Newcastle-based 620 class Rail Motor is heading to Dungog to raise money to fight childhood dementia. Photo: Rail Motor Society Paterson. Expansive windows on 620 class Rail Motor trains offer passengers panoramic views. Photo: Rail Motor Society Paterson. DUNGOG shire residents have been invited to join a carriage-load of big-hearted Hunter Valley train lovers […]
