September 23, 2026
Arts Gloucester building skills with creative theatre offering
Entertainment

Arts Gloucester building skills with creative theatre offering

Maureen Hjorth. Photo: Joolz Samerski. John Galagher. Photo: Joolz Samerski. ONE of Arts Gloucester’s core objectives is to build theatre practice in Gloucester and provide locals the chance to develop new skills.  Their upcoming production, “Twice the Drama”, is offering Maureen Hjorth the opportunity to rekindle her directorial skills while for John Galagher it is […]

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29 Harris Rd, Bunyah is on the market with R and R Property
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29 Harris Rd, Bunyah is on the market with R and R Property

29 Harris Rd, Bunyah Offers over $1,200,0004 bed, 2 bath, 6 car HAVE you been dreaming of the country lifestyle where you can sit back on the verandah, watch the wildlife wander by and take in the wide rural views? This approximately 114-acre property delivers exactly that. The country-style home is welcoming and comfortable, featuring […]

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Council backs major events to showcase region A previous Lake Trail Festival. Photo: supplied.
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Council backs major events to showcase region

MIDCOAST Council has announced economic support for a range of major sporting championships and conferences set to bring visitors to the region and deliver flow-on benefits for local businesses. Through targeted event sponsorship, Council will support – U14 Hockey State Championships, 10-12 April at Taree Hockey Complex – CWA State Conference, 3-7 May at Club […]

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New name, same enthusiasm for the arts
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New name, same enthusiasm for the arts

FOR over a quarter of a century the Gloucester Arts and Cultural Council (GACCI) has been a focal point for the promotion of the arts in Gloucester, and those involved have big plans for the future, although under a new name. At a well-attended event at the Gloucester Gallery on the afternoon of 29 March, […]

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Gloucester grandmother’s pride as kids compete internationally
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Gloucester grandmother’s pride as kids compete internationally

Kelly Boyer with her grandchildren Remi and Jasper O’Keeffe. Remi O’Keeffe ready to compete. Jasper O’Keeffe in his Summit Competition uniform. YOU would be hard pressed to find a prouder grandmother than Gloucester’s Kelly Boyer. Kelly is currently preparing to travel to Orlando, Florida with her daughter Sophie and her two grandchildren Jasper, 12, and […]

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Champions to feature in Dungog Rodeo Masters event Peter Hudson, Peter Carlon and David Leake setting up the Rodeo yards.
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Champions to feature in Dungog Rodeo Masters event

THE 2026 Dungog Rodeo will feature a Masters Bull Ride, with a group of past champions accepting invitations to compete. $3000 in prize money will be on offer in the Masters event. Some of the 11 renowned riders competing in the feature event are ex-Australian Champion Ben Jones and Professional Bull Riders world finalists Jason […]

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Gloucester Show delivers thrills, crowds and a dazzling finale Vintage tractors in the Grand Parade. Photo: Marc Dalmulder.
Entertainment, Event

Gloucester Show delivers thrills, crowds and a dazzling finale

Vintage tractors in the Grand Parade. Photo: Marc Dalmulder. Cattle judging. Photo: Marc Dalmulder. The Butterfly Lady. Photo: Marc Dalmulder. Paddy Doolan’s ‘largest’ cattle pumpkin. Photo: Marc Dalmulder. Dog High Jump. Photo: Marc Dalmulder. GLOUCESTER cemented its reputation as the fireworks capital of the Mid North Coast with a spectacular display to finish this year’s […]

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Smiths Lake artists combine for Gloucester exhibition Anne Grant, Paula Koert-Bain and Johanna de Roder. Photo: supplied.
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Smiths Lake artists combine for Gloucester exhibition

ANNE Grant, Johanna de Roder and Paula Koert-Bain live on the same street in Smiths Lake. However it was not until their separate daily walks crossed paths that they discovered a shared connection: art. Combining textiles, ceramics, and drawing, the three artists will present an exhibition titled “Three Artists One Place” at the Gloucester Gallery, […]

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Lions Scenic Walk officially re-opened on Bucketts Road Allan Reynolds receiving a certificate from Australian Lions Foundation Coordinator Ken Hallam. Photo: Wendy Buswell.
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Lions Scenic Walk officially re-opened on Bucketts Road

Alec Bruce, Ken Hallam, Jeanette Mumford and Marcia Allman. Photo: Wendy Buswell. Allan Reynolds receiving a certificate from Australian Lions Foundation Coordinator Ken Hallam. Photo: Wendy Buswell. COMMUNITY members gathered to celebrate the official re-opening of the Lions Scenic Walk on Saturday, 14 March. The upgrade was spearheaded by the Gloucester Lions Club, with assistance […]

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Gloucester Environment Group celebrate International Women’s Day Attendees at the International Women’s Day Lunch
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Gloucester Environment Group celebrate International Women’s Day

THE Gloucester Environment Group (GEG) held its annual International Women’s Day (IWD) event on Sunday, 8 March. Co-organiser Dianne Montague said the IWD event, brought to life for the first time three years ago, was always a “joyful day”. Another GEG member, Megan Dewsnap, said the annual celebration is “an opportunity for local women to […]

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