The ‘Karingal Kids’ in action.
AS the world continues to spin faster, it is becoming increasingly important that we find something that will slow it down. Something outdoors, surrounded by nature with no pressures. A recreation that exposes us to the beauty that surrounds us plus offers family engagement. We may even be rewarded with a contribution to the evening […]
Artists have worked with mosaics throughout the ages. Photo: Michele Winn. Painting and woodwork offerings display incredible talent from locals. Photo: Rebecca Jacobs. HOLIDAYS in April are set to get off to a ripping start, beginning with the return of the Art Affair at Tea Gardens Hotel’s Dolphin Room from Monday 30 March until Good […]
EASTER is traditionally a time for the family to gather and to organize a seafood platter in the middle of the table. Fish are always a favourite; however, this year think about a tray of local crabs and oysters. The time is right as cracker muddies and blue swimmer crabs are tap dancing throughout the […]
LOCAL Government NSW ((LGNSW) is calling for more female representation on elected councils in NSW. Council representatives from across the state gathered in Sydney on Friday for the peak body’s International Women’s Day event. Mayor Darcy Byrne, President of LGNSW, said the event was an excellent opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the role of women […]
A small selection of Hot Rods along Marine Drive, Tea Gardens. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. A stunted ute from times of yore. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Marine Drive was alive with visitors viewing the Show and Shine parade and stalls. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Free Clinic Bus VP Phil Pomery. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Local auctioneer John Rumble sold […]
George Trinkler knows where all the snapper hide.
SO, you want to catch a snapper. There are many ways to do this, but I will tell you how I do it. The very first question to ask is: where do snapper gather? The best snapper fisher in the world will not catch a fish where they are not. Perfect underwater habitat for ‘reddies’ […]
The regatta developed into a huge social gathering with some families staying on the lake for up to a month.
OLD timers may recall the great days of the Annual Mungo Brush Regatta. Nestled in a protected corner of the Myall Lakes, on the eastern shore of the Broadwater, Mungo Brush was the perfect setting for the regatta conducted by the Port Stephens Regatta Club since 1903. As documented by Publicity Officer Tim Motum the […]
Leonie setting up the display, holding one of her favourites from the collection. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
Leonie setting up the display, holding one of her favourites from the collection. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. ‘Pure Love’ featuring Karen and Gypsy. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. ‘The real Mrs Arch’ featuring Lucy and Michael. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. The photo display as it will stand at the Boatshed throughout March. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. CANINES and their human […]
16 The Point, BundabahPrice: $950,000 to $1,000,000 WHAT truly stands out on this property is the versatility. The flexible lower level, expansive 1,284sqm block and multiple indoor and outdoor living zones give you freedom to shape the home around the way you live. Whether that means hosting extended family, creating space for hobbies, accommodating guests […]
HAWKS Nest Bridge Club (HNBC) members raised a glass in honour of much-loved former players at a memorial commemoration on Friday 20 February. “This past year we have said goodbye to two members, Beth Williams and Laurice Chivers,” HNBC President Peter Baily told NOTA. “Beth was one of our Club’s founding members and a past […]
