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Sport

Nelson Bay blitz Medowie 36-0 in Hunter Suburban Rugby local derby

MEDOWIE rugby stalwart Sam Holbert has achieved a special milestone in the Hunter Suburban Men’s competition. The veteran prop chalked up his 250th game last Saturday in the 36-0 local derby loss to Nelson Bay at Boyd Oval, turning in his customary wholehearted display in the muddy conditions. Spearheaded by dashing utility back Will Clark […]

Sport

Port Stephens Netball to celebrate Indigenous and Mental Health rounds

PORT Stephens Netball Association will host two significant community events at their Raymond Terrace courts in coming weeks. The association will celebrate its annual Indigenous Round on Saturday 19 July. Supported by Port Stephens Council, it will commence with a smoking ceremony at the courts in William Bailey Street at 8.30am. “This is a wonderful […]

Sport

Northern NSW rep side to take on Jets

NORTHERN NSW representative teams will face the Newcastle Jets as part of the A-League club’s pre-season preparation. Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) will select senior men’s and women’s representative teams to take on the Jets’ two A-Leagues sides. Similar matches have previously appeared on the football calendar but the formal partnership between Northern NSW Football and […]

Property

Nelson Bay townhouse on the market with Nelson Bay Real Estate

3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car Price: $899,000.00 DISCOVER the charm of this delightful townhouse situated in the heart of Nelson Bay. This inviting residence offers three comfortable bedrooms, making it an ideal choice for couples or those looking to downsize. With built-in robes providing ample storage and a remote garage for convenience, this home […]

Jasminda's Advice

‘On the couch’ with Jasminda

DEAR Jasminda, My wife is preparing for the latest weather event like we are getting ready for a world war. What can I do to put her mind at ease? Kevin B Dear Kevin, I received your conundrum during the calm before the storm, so to speak, at which point some media outlets were using […]

Film

The Big Screen

THE US summer blockbuster season rolls on, with Jurassic World: Rebirth roaring into theatres. Long gone are the days of the dinosaurs running amok in a theme park; now the “de-extinct” beasts settle wherever they can find a favourable climate. Despite this premise being ripe with possible storylines, the film sees a special team formed […]

Community

Stinker’s Fishin’: The good old days

DO you remember the good old days when catching calamari squid was simple? Inside the harbour, excited “squidders” gathered around the Nelson Bay Marina or drifted over the sea grass in Shoal Bay on calm days. Tossing a squid jig and slowly retrieving it ensured a bucket or so of thumping squid to be prepared […]

Local News

Stinker’s History: The importance of Tomaree Lodge

A magnificent local site, the future of which will be decided by the community. Tomaree Lodge has a fascinating history. OVER the past 50 years I have wandered through Tomaree Lodge on numerous occasions, mainly on the way to the headland where I fished for bream off the Tomaree Torpedo Tube. I often thought of […]

Local News

More Aussies wanting to live regionally, work remotely

NEW research has uncovered the immense potential of ‘working from home’ to regional Australia, with data capturing the nation’s growing desire to live in a regional setting but work in an urban one. A nationwide survey, commissioned by the Regional Australia Institute (RAI), showed two-in-five city dwellers would consider a move to regional Australia, up […]

Government

Leadership competition invites young leaders to life-changing Power Trip in Canberra

YOUNG rural women and non-binary students in Years 10 to 12 from across Australia will have the opportunity to win a once-in-a-lifetime ‘Power Trip’ to the nation’s capital. Country to Canberra’s (C2C) prestigious Leadership Competition launched on Monday, opening the door for young rural leaders to embark on a four-day leadership experience designed to help […]