OUTSTANDING Anna Bay schoolboy Rhylin Green is a young athlete in a big hurry. Whether it’s scorching around a running track, jumping for medals, or showing his prowess in the touch football or soccer arena, the gifted 10-year-old continues to produce something special. A junior product of the Port Stephens Athletics Club, Rhylin demonstrated his […]
AN introduction to junior sport can be a steep learning curve for active kids. But Medowie Football Club’s all-conquering Under 13 Boys team have wasted little time carving out an imposing record over the past two seasons in the Newcastle Football Interdistrict competition. Since forming at the beginning of 2024, the talented young Bumblebees have […]
The Awabakal Winjirra ranger team completed weed control works at Kooragang Island.
THE Awabakal Winjirra ranger team, from the Awabakal Local Aboriginal Land Council, has successfully completed weed control works at Kooragang Island within the Hunter Estuary Wetlands Ramsar site. The Securing the Sanctuaries of Ramsar and Priority Wetlands for Migratory and Marine Species project is funded by the Australian Government Natural Heritage Trust and delivered by […]
The two Daves on the water, preparing to cover 400kms to help improve men’s mental health.
The two Daves on the water, preparing to cover 400kms to help improve men’s mental health. Brothers in arms for a fundraising cause: Dave Wright, Damien Hamilton and Dave Hobbs. A GROUP of determined paddlers is set to tackle the mighty Murray River again for a cause close to their hearts. The Port Stephens team, […]
Tomago Aluminium in NSW may be saved from closure in 2028 by a possible billion-dollar bailout. Photo: Michael Gorton/AAP PHOTOS.
THE premier could use compulsory acquisition powers to increase gas supplies for industry and help secure the future of the nation’s biggest aluminium smelter. Federal and NSW government leaders have been scrambling to keep the Tomago Aluminium facility running, with a bailout reportedly worth more than $1 billion on offer. The operators of the Hunter […]
Nelson Bay Golf Club’s Duard Nel and Greg Stynes were honoured with top gongs at last week’s NSW Golf Industry Awards in Sydney. Nelson Bay Golf Club’s Director of Golf Duard Nel was the recipient of the Future Leader in Management Award (Male). NELSON Bay Golf Club identities Duard Nel and Greg Stynes have been […]
A bird's eye view of the extraction plant on the beach north of Hawks Nest. From the collection of Dr Pacy.
WITH our Prime Minister visiting the United States to do deals with rare earths, it took me back to a time when some of our local sand minerals were in demand. The Mineral Deposits Company, 80 percent American owned, began operations here in 1967. My American husband and I were having a working visit to […]
Raymond Terrace Jets lawn bowlers Lennon Scott, Brendan Stokes, Jay Bye Norris and Jason Stokes.
RAYMOND Terrace Jets Bowling Club has claimed another major title on the representative scene. The prominent father and son combination of Jason and Brendan Stokes teamed with Lennon Scott and Jay Bye-Norris to win the 2025/26 Greater Newcastle Region Men’s Fours championship trophy. They defeated a strong Nelson Bay quartet featuring Bradley Bailey, Nathan Mitchell, […]
Nelson Bay Makos cricketer Bryce Causley (pictured receiving an award from ex-team mate Ashish Prasher) hit 75 and snared 3-17 on debut for Waterboard Wests.
WATERBOARD Wests Cricket Club have reaped an early dividend from major recruit Bryce Causley in the Newcastle District Cricket Division Two men’s competition. After giving the Nelson Bay Makos sterling service over many summers as a star all rounder and dedicated club president, the evergreen Causley has linked with the Ducks for the 2025-26 season. […]
Luke Perry (centre) with long-time teammates Ryan and Shaq Saunders, after the Roos’ big Grand Final win. Photo: supplied.
LOCAL rugby league all-star Luke Perry has hit a grand personal milestone, clocking up his 100th game with the Karuah Roos on the same day as the team’s historic grand final victory. The happy co-incidence was on 13 September, during the 34-28 victory over the Stockton Sharks at Lakeside. Luke has played for several teams […]
