COMMUNITY groups, artists, volunteers and event organisers across the MidCoast will benefit from more than $140,000 in funding announced by MidCoast Council. The funding will support a wide range of projects designed to strengthen communities, encourage cultural participation and deliver events throughout the region. Council’s Manager Libraries, Community and Cultural Services, Alex Mills, said the […]
Tony Popovic celebrates the victory during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match Australia against Turkey. Photo: Bob Frid/EPA
SOCCEROOS coach Tony Popovic turned in a selection and tactical masterclass to deliver a 2-0 win over Turkey in Australia’s World Cup opener. Take a bow, Tony Popovic. The Socceroos boss is the toast of Australian coaching after turning in a selection and tactical masterclass to deliver a 2-0 upset win over Turkey. Popovic dropped […]
A MOTORCYCLE rider died following a crash west of Gloucester on Sunday 14 June. Emergency services were called to Bundook Road, Bulliac, about 14km west of Gloucester, just after 1pm following reports of a crash. Officers attached to Manning/Great Lakes Police District attended and found a motorcycle and a utility had collided. The motorcycle rider, […]
FRIDAY 05 JUN 2026 Weather: A Cool, Windy Winters Day 18oC. Number of Players: 17 playing on the Front 9 holes. Winner: Terry McFarland Nett 33 was on 17 now on 8 2nd: Bernard Blackley Nett 34 3rd: Garry Cook Nett 36 4th: Kiwi Nett 36 5th: Rob Toone Nett 36 c/b 6th: Bob Lineham […]
131 Cove Boulevard North Arm Cove4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 CarPrice – $1,050,000 to $1,150,000 ELEVATED with stunning water views, this is a home you won’t miss as you drive past. Set in a commanding position with excellent street appeal, it captures sweeping outlooks over the water along with beautiful morning sun and cooling north-eastern […]
Oyster Cove with the Stella Maris hard at work. Photo: Supplied. Before hardwood oyster racks, black mangroves were used to grow oysters. Photo: Supplied. IT is difficult to believe that the tiny hamlet of Oyster Cove on the shores of Port Stephens was, at one time, considered to be the focus of the “biggest oyster […]
LEGENDARY singer-songwriter Leo Sayer surprised staff and diners at Mumm’s on the Myall when he stopped by the popular Tea Gardens restaurant on Saturday 30 May. The visit created plenty of excitement among patrons and staff, with the internationally acclaimed performer taking time to enjoy the local hospitality during his stay in the area. Known […]
WOOTTON photographer Jo Lyons is inviting dog owners to share their stories through a new portrait project celebrating the powerful connection between people and their canine companions. Called Who Saved Who?, the studio-based project aims to honour the bond between dogs and the people who love them, particularly rescue animals who have made a lasting […]
Have your say on changes to Urban Release Areas.
MIDCOAST Council has conducted a review of the Urban Release Areas report conducted in 2021 and made several changes. Council is now calling on residents to provide feedback on the amendments. Urban release areas are identified sites that may be considered for future housing or employment opportunities, subject to planning approvals. Urban release areas are […]
