January 6, 2026
Reverend Richard Goscombe gives farewell service at St Andrews Tea Gardens A reminder of Tea Gardens, gifted to Richard and Tracy. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
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Reverend Richard Goscombe gives farewell service at St Andrews Tea Gardens

A reminder of Tea Gardens, gifted to Richard and Tracy. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. The kids always get involved with songs at the Sunday services. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Richard delivered his final sermon on the Romans gospel. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Rev Alison Williams from Karuah’s St Columba’s led the prayer of thanks for Richard and Tracy, […]

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Port Stephens-Hunter Police step up community engagement this summer Youth Liaison Officer S/C Leanne Mann, S/C Michelle Chandler, and S/C Fred Saba from Lemon Tree Passage. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
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Port Stephens-Hunter Police step up community engagement this summer

Youth Liaison Officer S/C Leanne Mann, S/C Michelle Chandler, and S/C Fred Saba from Lemon Tree Passage. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Karuah locals touring the station. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Kids and families checked out the paddy wagon at Karuah police station. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. ACLO Jemma McLeay, YLO S/C Leanne Mann and Inspector David Donovan at […]

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French Classes enjoy continental Christmas luncheon Graeme thanks teacher Georges on behalf of all the classes. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
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French Classes enjoy continental Christmas luncheon

Graeme thanks teacher Georges on behalf of all the classes. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. A large group of students and guests filled up Tillerman’s restaurant. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. CHRISTMAS came early for the students and guests of the French language classes led by Georges Nadal, celebrated at Tea Gardens’ Tillermans Restaurant on Sunday 7 December. Over […]

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New report on strengthening regional music communities The report provides insights into the unique challenges and opportunities for those involved in music outside metropolitan areas. Photo: MusicNSW.
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New report on strengthening regional music communities

MUSICNSW has released a new report detailing how to strengthen regional and remote music, setting a map for action for government, industry and communities across NSW. The report gathers insights from 80-plus representatives from across the NSW music sector. The contributors participated in a NSW Roundtable held at the 2025 Regional & Remote Music Summit […]

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Stinker’s Christmas fishing guide
Fishing

Stinker’s Christmas fishing guide

Blue swimmer crabs and monster flathead can be found inside the port. Blue swimmer crabs and monster flathead can be found inside the port. LIKE so many, Christmas is my favourite time of the year. Time for the family to gather and time to all sit at the same table. This year give the turkey […]

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422 Pindimar Road, Pindimar is on the market with River Realty
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422 Pindimar Road, Pindimar is on the market with River Realty

422 Pindimar Road, Pindimar SET across an extraordinary 200 acres of pristine countryside, Loudoun Hall is a rare fusion of coastal convenience, rural freedom, and refined architectural craftsmanship. Positioned in the peaceful enclave of Pindimar, this remarkable estate offers privacy and scale while remaining within easy reach of Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest, Maitland, and Newcastle. […]

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Water lifeline: Booral family steps up in Stroud blaze Wayne’s tanker delivering water. Photo: supplied.
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Water lifeline: Booral family steps up in Stroud blaze

Wayne’s tanker delivering water. Photo: supplied. Gloucester Fire and Rescue attacking the flames. Photo: supplied. NUMEROUS firefighting crews, including Gloucester Fire and Rescue, were called to help contain a fire which recently broke out in bushland near Stroud golf course. Gloucester Fire and rescue were joined by several Rural Fire Service (RFS) units as well […]

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Lions Christmas Twilight Fair brings season early to town
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Lions Christmas Twilight Fair brings season early to town

Amanda came all the way from the North Pole. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Alby showed off some of the amazing face-painting for kids. Photo: TG Lions. Sandra and Damo were two of the jolly stall holders. Photo: TG Lions. The Red Cross members brought plenty of baked goods. Photo: TG Lions. Eddi’s nose was the canvas […]

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Myall Melodians perform for Grange residents Jan Peeters from the Free Clinic Bus and Principal Mark Clemson from Tea Gardens Public School, accepted donations from the Melodians. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
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Myall Melodians perform for Grange residents

Close to 50 Melodians sang the songs of the season. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Jan Peeters from the Free Clinic Bus and Principal Mark Clemson from Tea Gardens Public School, accepted donations from the Melodians. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. CHRISTMAS came early for close to 70 residents of The Grange, with the return of the Myall Melodians’ […]

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