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 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 […]
GLOUCESTER’S property market has reflected the broader strength of the MidCoast region, with dwelling values rising by 58.3 per cent since December 2019. According to new figures from Cotality, the uplift across the MidCoast LGA has outperformed Greater Sydney (38.9 percent) and exceeded the national dwelling gain (50.4 percent) over the past six years. Over […]
Premier Chris Minns discussed flood recovery on the Mid North Coast in May with Oxley MP and former NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders.
MEMBER for Oxley Michael Kemp has called out Premier Chris Minns for “out-of-touch comments” on morning TV show Sunrise regarding the recovery of communities impacted by flooding in May. When asked by host Matt Shirvington what NSW should be most proud of in the past year, the Premier responded: “I think the thing we should […]
Communities should be prepared for a long and dangerous fire season. Photo: Bulahdelah RFB.
A FIREFIGHTER killed while battling a fierce bushfire is being hailed for his courage as authorities warn people are not prepared for the fire season. The 59-year-old NSW National Parks firefighter was struck by a falling tree about 10.45pm on Sunday while patrolling a fireground and is believed to have suffered a cardiac arrest. Colleagues […]
A bushfire rages near Bulahdelah. Photo: Bulahdelah RFB.
THE State and Federal Governments have activated disaster assistance to the MidCoast local government area (LGA) due to ongoing bushfires. The declarations activate a suite of support measures for residents, businesses, primary producers, and councils. People whose homes have been damaged may be eligible for immediate financial help as well as clean-up, rebuilding and recovery […]
Virtual fencing works by producing light and sound that deters wildlife from crossing the road until the vehicle has passed.
MIDCOAST Council is installing approximately four kilometres of virtual fencing along the Bucketts Way, Tinonee, with the aim of sparing more koalas and other wildlife from vehicle strike. The first section of virtually fenced road is from the Bootawa Road/Bucketts Way intersection extending westward. Another two kilometre section is also planned from the Gloucester Road/Bucketts […]
A MAN has tragically died following a single-vehicle crash on The Bucketts Way. About 1.50pm on Sunday 30 November, emergency services were called to The Bucketts Way at Craven, about 14km south of Gloucester, following reports of a crash. Officers attached to Manning/Great Lakes Police District arrived to find a Kia SUV had collided with […]
Liam Mowbray. Photo: Angus Australia.
BARRINGTON’S Liam Mowbray has been announced as one of seven participants in Cattle Australia’s 2025-26 National Beef Leaders (NBL) program. Liam is a cattle veterinarian, Angus breeder, and a Research and Development Specialist at Angus Australia. Based in the Barrington area, Liam works with producers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to deliver genetic research outcomes and […]
Politicians, Jetstar and Airport representatives announce the new route.
IN A boost for the region’s global connectivity, Jetstar has introduced a new flight service from Newcastle to Singapore, via Bali. From 29 March 2026, Jetstar will operate direct services between Newcastle and Bali on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, with all four weekly Jetstar flights to continue on to Singapore, via a 90-minute stop […]
