November 14, 2026

Thursday Walkers round up a year of wanders

Newcastle East walk passing the development of Queen’s Wharf. Photo: Supplied. Karuah Wetlands saw a bower bird’s...

Probus hears about search dogs working hard

Koa, a staffy-cross, is one of the elite team of canine search dogs. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. From the left: Matt McMahon...

Paddle Pops paddle for fun and fitness, staying active regardless of weather

They headed off into the wild grey yonder. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Avid paddlers Bruce, Dave, Gordon and Frank set to...

Bungwahl Public School student makes the NSW Premier’s spelling bee finals again

Layla Clayton on the Spelling Bee stage. Photo: Supplied. Layla Clayton with her Spelling Bee peers (far left, front...

Bitou Busters volunteers kick back at the Benchmark to celebrate a year of hard work

NEWS_Bitou Busters_PY1 NEWS_Bitou Busters_PY2 TO celebrate a year protecting the natural environment around Tea Gardens...

Cost-of-living challenges affect children’s schooling

MORE than half of the families supported through The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program are struggling to afford...

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