The winning team with the trophy: Sullivan, Hassett, Stephens and Jones. Photo: Josh Coyle. Josh, Jade and Justin. Photo: Josh Coyle. The weather did not dissuade the Bulahdelah golfers. Photo: Josh Coyle. GOLFERS from across the region united for the annual Police Charity Golf Day on Friday 21 November at Bulahdelah Golf Course. Attendees descended […]
Cadet Youth members of TGHN SLSC with special guests Mal Motum and Terry Munright from the Tea Gardens RSL sub-Branch. Photo: TGHN SLSC.
Cadet award launched for youth surf life savers
TWO local clubs have joined in an effort to recognise the region’s youth, with the official launch of the Tea Gardens RSL sub-Branch Cadet Award at Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Surf Life Saving Club (TGHN SLSC) on Sunday 23 November. The award will specifically recognise efforts by youth members of the surf club, and will […]
Bundabah the scene of (mock) Marine Rescue emergency
Locals from the north side of Port Stephens took part by boarding the lander from the Bundabah launch area. All photos: Thomas O’Keefe. Pindimar/Tea Gardens RFS volunteers helped re-launch the lander. The deeper draft vessels can only come along the jetty. VOLUNTEERS from the Lemon Tree Passage Marine Rescue unit made a special landing at […]
Christmas comes early for Zonta Hunter Newcastle members
Hostess Helen Blackbourn carved up a gorgeous home-baked ham. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Attendees enjoyed good company, excellent food, and fundraising for a worthy cause. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. CHRISTMAS came early for members of Zonta Hunter Newcastle, their friends and guests at the annual festive luncheon held in Tea Gardens on Sunday 16 November. Over 40 […]
Volunteer firies raise funds for vehicle restoration
The car queue was out the shed and around the corner. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Volunteer firies washed cars for hours, as the Trader stood by. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. AS FIRES stalked the Myall Coast last week, volunteer Pindimar/Tea Gardens RFS firefighters made good use of their time on standby, washing cars to raise funds for […]
Historic Bulahdelah Show returns this weekend
THE Bulahdelah Show Society is gearing up for another celebration of community, local talent and agriculture on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 November. This year’s Bulahdelah Show promises two full days of entertainment, competitions and displays at the Bulahdelah Showground. “The Bulahdelah Show is made possible each year thanks to the incredible support of our […]
Warmer weather inspires paint ‘n’ sip sessions
Gentle guidance on the gills. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Jan points out some details to focus on her model image. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. A full table of painters took up the challenge. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Jan’s beautiful model image. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. ASPIRING local artists found inspiration in the first paint ’n’ sip session on the […]
Tea Gardens Public School students celebrate Grandparents’ Day
Kindergarten students perform at Grandparents Day. All photos: Tea Gardens Public School. The bumper Grandparents Day crowd. The Year 4/5 “Thunder Class” performing. The Year 1 Milky Way class on stage. Mason in Kindergarten with his grandparents. Maddie painting with her Nanna. The extended Faunt family enjoying proceedings. Evan and Lily enjoying time with their […]
Special four-artist exhibition launches at Tea Gardens
Katie’s installation featured a collection of loved concepts. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Jade’s vibrant kingfisher catches more than just his meal. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Chez’s family of emperor penguins show a playful side to life. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. The four featured artists: (l-r) Margaret Churton, Chez Rands, Jade Phoenix Isaac and Katie Anderson, Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. […]
Tea Gardens Public School celebrates Children’s Week with a visit from the NSW Advocate
Zoe Robinson reads the new books with Tea Gardens Public School students. Cohan, Bonnie, Harper, Moana and Xavier, with Zoe Robinson. CHILDREN’S Week 2025 has been celebrated at Tea Gardens Public School with a special visit from the NSW Advocate for Children and Young People (ACYP). Zoe Robinson met students and staff on Friday, 24 […]
