June 27, 2026
Nelson Bay Croquet Club Vice-President Marty Quirke presents the trophy to winner Frank Orton
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Nelson Bay Croquet Club

Vice-President Marty Quirke presents the trophy to winner Frank Orton Semi-finalists (left to right): Prue Patterson, Bryce Patterson, Barry Elliott and Frank Orton. THOMPSON Trophy C Grade The Nelson Bay Croquet Club’s intraclub Thompson Trophy C Grade competition was held on Sunday 14th June 2026. 14 members entered the competition which is for Golf Croquet […]

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Hawks bounce back with six-try rout in 32-8 victory over Macquarie Scorpions Northern Hawks first-grade rugby league players observed a minute’s silence before the recent Kurri Kurri clash in memory of Fletcher Myers’ late grandfather Les Nowlan. Photo: Glenn Bell, Northern Hawks.
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Hawks bounce back with six-try rout in 32-8 victory over Macquarie Scorpions

NORTHERN Hawks strike weapon Fletcher Myers was a player on a mission at the Lakeside Sporting Complex in Raymond Terrace last weekend. The former South Sydney centre produced a classy two try performance in the Hawks’ 32-8 victory over Macquarie Scorpions in the Newcastle Rugby League Denton Cup series, then saluted the skies in an […]

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Port Stephens paddlers win at Wauchope Flamin’ Dragons regatta Talented Port Stephens paddlers Rachel O’Connor, Belinda McKay and Gail Hook were part of a composite Women’s 20s crew that claimed a silver medal at the recent Flamin’ Dragons Wauchope Regatta on the Hastings River.
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Port Stephens paddlers win at Wauchope Flamin’ Dragons regatta

PORT Stephens Dragon Boat Club paddlers continue to demonstrate powerhouse performances on the water. While 18 of the club’s inspirational crew were completing the arduous 55-kilometre marathon paddle down Western Australia’s famous Ord River earlier this month, another five paddlers travelled north to participate in the annual Flamin’ Dragons Wauchope regatta on the Hastings River. […]

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NSW Swifts help Medowie junior netballers hone their skills NSW Swifts stars Paige Hadley and Sharni Lambden inspired Medowie Netball Club’s rising junior talent at a successful Skills Clinic last week at Ferodale Park netball courts.
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NSW Swifts help Medowie junior netballers hone their skills

MEDOWIE Netball Club juniors enjoyed a fun and beneficial skills clinic with NSW Swifts stars Paige Hadley and Sharni Lambden last week at their Ferodale Park headquarters. In a huge boon for the club, midcourt ace and new mum Hadley and wing defence specialist Lambden were on hand to educate the region’s up-and-coming juniors on […]

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Nelson Bay Gropers down Singleton Bulls in top of the table clash
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Nelson Bay Gropers down Singleton Bulls in top of the table clash

NELSON Bay first grade mens rugby team have zoomed into premiership calculations in the 2026 Hunter Suburban Presidents Cup series. The well-drilled Gropers claimed bragging rights when they defeated arch rivals and previously unbeaten Singleton Red Bulls 24-22 in their top-of-the-table clash at Singleton’s Rugby Park. In front of a vocal and huge crowd, Michael […]

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Port Stephens Power AFL women give unbeaten Newcastle City a mighty shake Port Stephens Power club’s talented womens AFL team has turned in strong performances to stake claim as a premiership force in the Hunter Central Coast Black Diamond Senior Womens Plate series.
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Port Stephens Power AFL women give unbeaten Newcastle City a mighty shake

PORT Stephens Power are shaping as a premiership contender in this year’s AFL Hunter Central Coast Black Diamond Senior Womens Plate competition. The return of club legend Maz Masiero and addition of Gaelic football recruit Stephanie O’Neill has bolstered the Power’s stocks at the halfway mark of the 2026 series. With more than 360 matches […]

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Nelson Bay Marlins men outclass Maitland Saints in AFL action Nelson Bay Marlins proved too strong for Maitland Saints with a 127-31 victory in the AFL Black Diamond Senior Mens Cup clash at Dick Burwell Oval last weekend. Photo: Mat Spillard Photography.
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Nelson Bay Marlins men outclass Maitland Saints in AFL action

NELSON Bay Marlins first grade AFL mens team have continued their charge towards the Hunter Central Coast Black Diamond Senior Mens Cup finals series. The competitive Marlins consolidated fourth spot when they trounced Maitland Saints 127-31 at Dick Burwell Oval to register their fourth win of the season. Led by super boot forward Billy Barton […]

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Blayney pips stoic Port Stephens for State 17yrs netball title Port Stephens Netball Association’s talented 17yrs representative squad finished runners up at the State Senior Netball Division Four titles in Sydney.
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Blayney pips stoic Port Stephens for State 17yrs netball title

PORT Stephens and Nelson Bay 17 years representative netball teams have covered themselves in glory at the Netball NSW State Senior championships in Sydney. In a huge fillip for the Hunter region, both squads have attained top four rankings with spirited performances in the Division Four category at the prestigious three day event. Emma Penfold’s […]

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Nelson Bay Croquet Club Club Founders circa 1996 (left to right): Tommy & Margaret-Rose Thompson and Ann & Eric Bone.
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Nelson Bay Croquet Club

SPORT RESULTS_Nelson Bay Croquet Club_1 SPORT RESULTS_Nelson Bay Croquet Club_2 SPORT RESULTS_Nelson Bay Croquet Club_3 NELSON Bay Croquet Club is celebrating the award of the Medal of the Order of Australia to Life Member Margaret-Rose Thompson OAM in the King’s Birthday Honours 2026. Margaret-Rose was instrumental in establishing the Club in 1996 and was one […]

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Port Stephens Paddlers endure crocodiles in spectacular Ord River Marathon event Port Stephens Dragon Boat Club paddlers completed the gruelling 55 kilometre Ord River Marathon in Western Australia over the June long weekend.
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Port Stephens Paddlers endure crocodiles in spectacular Ord River Marathon event

A COURAGEOUS crew from the Port Stephens Dragon Boat Club have tackled crocodiles and fatigue to complete the gruelling 55 kilometre marathon paddle down Western Australia’s famous Ord River. Eighteen paddlers from the Soldiers Point-based club travelled west to compete in the spectacular event – and came face to face with salt water crocodiles in […]

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