March 13, 2026

Iran War causes instant price spikes in basic commodities

Google map of the Strait of Hormuz chokepoint, showing oil transport routes in relation to Iran. Image: Thomas O’Keefe...

Fourbie Cruise raises more than $18k for Camp Quality

44 fourbies ready to rumble. Photo: supplied. Crowds line up for a sizzling sausage. Photo: supplied. Merch to fundraise...

Students join local efforts to Clean Up Australia

Year 4 out and about. Photo: TGPS. Charlie and Bonnie from Year 4 show off their recyclable collection. Photo: TGPS...

Students lead the way in taking responsibility

Student Parliament Ministers for 2026 (front L-R) Archie, Sarah and Koby, (back L-R) Kaitlyn, Andi, Rose and Livia...

Motorists celebrate as bottleneck cleared at Hexham

THE long-awaited widening of the Hexham Straight is complete, clearing a bottleneck infamous across the Hunter...

Bitou Busters clock 150 volunteer hours in big year for Hawks Nest bushcare

ANOTHER productive year has wrapped up for the dedicated volunteers of Bitou Busters, who continued their weed removal...

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