Steve Macdonald, Dave Robbins, Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service representative Richard Jones, Steve Williams and Paul Garland. Westpac Helicopter Volunteers. THERE was a good-sized field to celebrate the annual Westpac Helicopter Charity Day at the Gloucester Golf Course on Saturday 28 June with many also celebrating being “back on the paddock” after the course was effectively […]

Gloucester Scorpions stars in action. Gloucester Scorpions stars in action. IN addition to some fantastic matches across all divisions, the Gloucester Scorpions Soccer Club came together for a special “Kick for Chloe” fundraiser. Mini Roos (Sponsored by Gloucester Valley Landscape Supplies) Our youngest players, representing Australia Post Gloucester, Batter & Dough, and CalCo Surveyors, are […]

GLOUCESTER local John Hughes has been honoured with Life Membership of Northern NSW Football, recognising his exceptional contribution to the sport over nearly five decades. The award, presented last week, acknowledges John’s tireless commitment, passion, and enduring service to football in the region. John’s football journey in England playing for Wolverhampton Wanderers. After moving to […]

The Paul Kelly, Taree-trained Shalamiyna and local apprentice Shae Wilkes won at Taree races last week. Photo: Virginia Harvey. Barbara Ball, son Michael (holding horse second from left), husband trainer Tony (fourth from left), winning local hoop Shae Wilkes (second from left) and stable supporters Jeff Haisell and Countney Eggins after the win at Taree. […]

FOOTBALL Australia has defended its drawn-out search for the next Matildas coach, insisting that the capture of highly-touted Joe Montemurro will be worth the wait. Montemurro has signed a three-year deal to coach Australia’s women’s national team until the conclusion of the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028, ending a 10-month wait to find a permanent […]