Alison Penfold is only the second woman from the NSW Nationals elected to Federal Parliament.
THE ongoing challenges of the May floods were the focus of Alison Penfold’s maiden speech to Federal Parliament on Wednesday 30 July. Ms Penfold was elected the new Nationals MP for Lyne on 3 May. The poll was yet to be officially declared when record flooding hit parts of the electorate, claiming lives and livestock, […]
Eight of the twelve bushwalkers. Emerging from the icy waters. Walkers admired the tree canopy. TWELVE hardy bushwalkers assembled in icy, overcast conditions for Gloucester Environment Group’s July bushwalk. The plan was to explore the western end of the Glowang Mountaineer Trail – starting from Gloucester Tops. The walk started by crossing the upper reaches […]
HOW much energy does the Sun produce in one hour? Let’s just say it’s enough to make your brain hurt. In just one hour, our Sun releases more energy than all of humanity uses in an entire year. Seriously. Every house lit up, every car driven, every phone charged, every plane flown – all could […]
TIME is running out to nominate for the 2026 Australian of the Year Awards. With days remaining, organisers are urging people across the country to nominate those whose actions, leadership or impact deserve recognition. Nominations will close at midnight AEST on Thursday 31 July 2025. This is the final opportunity to help bring the stories […]
Free koala feed trees will be handed out at the Gloucester Market on Saturday 9 August.
MIDCOAST Council is joining National Tree Day celebrations by giving away free koala feed trees at the Gloucester Market on Saturday 9 August, from 8am to 12pm at Billabong Park. This fun pop-up event is run by Council’s Koala Safe Spaces team and is a great way to learn how you can support the local […]
Ray Vasukinausori, Tarai Kubukawa and Semi Kubunavanua rolled up their sleeves to help rebuild lives and communities. Photo: supplied. Ray Vasukinausori and Tarai Kubukawa install new windows as they rebuild homes one frame at a time. Photo: supplied. SAMARITAN’S Purse officially wrapped-up more than 9000 hours of hands-on flood disaster response, on Tuesday 1 July. […]
Readily found in shallow estuarine waters, cockles are popularly harvested by recreational fishers for bait and are important culturally for Aboriginal communities as a food source.
Readily found in shallow estuarine waters, cockles are popularly harvested by recreational fishers for bait and are important culturally for Aboriginal communities as a food source. Readily found in shallow estuarine waters, cockles are popularly harvested by recreational fishers for bait and are important culturally for Aboriginal communities as a food source. THE NSW Department […]
LIBERAL MLC Aileen MacDonald OAM has sponsored a petition to the NSW Legislative Council demanding the reinstatement of three-month and six-month NSW TrainLink Discovery Passes. The six-month Discovery Pass, previously available for $420, offered unlimited travel across NSW TrainLink’s regional train and coach network. The longer term passes have recently been paused by the state […]
The Magpie Market at Stroud is looking to talk to local producers.
FOLLOWING the success of its debut on 15 June, the Magpie Market at Stroud District Country Club is calling on local growers and producers to take the market to the next level. Organised by new Stroud local Victoria Henderson, the market drew a strong crowd and a vibrant mix of stalls showcasing handmade goods, art, […]
A rally in Taree calls for Category D funding to be announced.
ADDITIONAL support has been announced for primary producers in New South Wales affected by the extreme flooding event from 18 May 2025. This funding is provided under Category D of the Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) and is jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments. The package will be available through grants administered by the NSW […]
