November 28, 2025

Salvos call on the community’s Christmas spirit to help the needy

CHRISTMAS can be a difficult time for many, which is why the Salvation Army holds a Christmas Gift Appeal and Toy Drive...

Carey Mason farewelled after 25 years at Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Preschool

Carey with a poster made by the children to thank her for her years of service. Carey cutting her retirement cake...

Salvation Army accepting donations to Christmas Toy Drive Appeal

DONATIONS for the annual Salvation Army Christmas Toy Drive Appeal are now being accepted at Newcastle Permanent and...

Local groups gain mental health first aid skills

MEMBERS of local community groups learned valuable Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) skills on Wednesday, 5 November. The...

Emergency rescue after fire onboard yacht

The disabled vessel. The Port Stephens crew performed well in variable conditions. The skipper was able to extinguish...

Tea Gardens Hotel donates to local charities

Warren and Trevor with volunteers from WINC. Photo: TG Hotel. Trevor and Warren with Magellan from Can Assist. Photo: TG...

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