April 6, 2026
Stinker’s Fishin’: Easter seafood bonanza
Fishing

Stinker’s Fishin’: Easter seafood bonanza

EASTER is traditionally a time for the family to gather and to organize a seafood platter in the middle of the table. Fish are always a favourite; however, this year think about a tray of local crabs and oysters. The time is right as cracker muddies and blue swimmer crabs are tap dancing throughout the […]

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Practical advice for pig owners in the Hunter Interest in keeping pigs is growing among small landholders in the Hunter region.
Food

Practical advice for pig owners in the Hunter

WITH growing interest in paddock-to-plate food production and increasing discussion about meat processing options for small producers, Hunter Local Land Services (LLS) is hosting a practical pig owners field day. The field day, to be held at Whittingham on 31 March, will bring together District Veterinarians from Hunter LLS to share practical advice on pig […]

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4 Penny Lane, Anna Bay is on the market with Nelson Bay Real Estate
Property

4 Penny Lane, Anna Bay is on the market with Nelson Bay Real Estate

4 Penny Lane, Anna Bay4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 CarNew price: $990,000 LARGER than it first appears, this beautifully presented family home offers room for everyone – all on one easy-care level. Featuring four generous bedrooms, including a main bedroom with walk-in robe and private ensuite, plus built-ins to the remaining three, storage and functionality […]

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Free art show to bring life to Magnus Street
Entertainment

Free art show to bring life to Magnus Street

ARTISTS Nada O’Loughlin-Yonge and Gerry North will host a free art show during the Easter holidays in Nelson Bay. The exhibition will run from 2-15 April in a pop-up shop at 112 Magnus Street, Nelson Bay. An opening event will be held on Saturday, 4 April from 4-8pm. “With so many visitors to the area […]

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Tanilba Bay steps back in time for National Trust Heritage Festival The historic Centenary Water Gate in Tanilba Bay, one of the key landmarks featured in the Heritage and History Trail tours. Photo: supplied.
Event

Tanilba Bay steps back in time for National Trust Heritage Festival

Visitors will be able to explore Tanilba Bay’s history through the new Henry F Halloran Soundtrail, launching during the National Trust Heritage Festival. Photo: supplied. The historic Centenary Water Gate in Tanilba Bay, one of the key landmarks featured in the Heritage and History Trail tours. Photo: supplied. RESIDENTS and visitors will have the opportunity […]

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Stinker’s Fishin’: Western cod fishing adventure Macquarie River champion Michael Reid with a cracker 60cm cod.
Fishing

Stinker’s Fishin’: Western cod fishing adventure

HAVING recently hosted a game fishing tournament in Port Stephens – involving big boats, big fish, marlin and sharks – I thought of how different it was to fishing in the bush, west of the Great Divide. We recently motored out of Fingal Bay, headed for the western town of Warren, where the plan was […]

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Stinker’s Fishin’: Top quality seafood Whiting to 40cms caught on Stockton Beach.
Fishing

Stinker’s Fishin’: Top quality seafood

THERE is always debate over the best eating fish. Which fish performs best in the kitchen? To my mind it is hard to beat the tropical fish from the far north of the country – Coral Trout, Red Emperor, Mangrove Jack and others. Locally, my preference is for Snapper, Pearl Perch, flathead and whiting. All […]

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An underwater life explored at Tomaree Headland Valerie Taylor AM.
Entertainment

An underwater life explored at Tomaree Headland

THE extraordinary story of Valerie Taylor AM – a globally celebrated underwater storyteller, shark researcher, and conservationist – is coming to the Tomaree Headland precinct. The “Valerie Taylor – An Underwater Life” exhibition will be on display from 18 March until 17 April from 9am to 3pm. Through a stunning collection of images, text, and […]

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