IT could take weeks to confirm the members of Australia’s next parliament, with one seat sitting on a margin of only eight votes and an incumbent in another requesting a second tally. Independent MP Zoe Daniel has requested a recount in the Melbourne seat of Goldstein. The Australian Electoral Commission finalised a margin of 260 […]

COUNCIL has increased pothole patching crews across Port Stephens in response to ongoing wet weather. While permanent road network improvements remain the priority for Council and the community, Mayor Leah Anderson said recent heavy rainfall has forced a temporary shift towards critical pothole patching and driver safety. “After a month or more of rain, potholes […]

NSW AMBULANCE has welcomed eight new paramedics to the Hunter, following their official induction into the service. The new paramedics will be based across Hunter Zones 1 and 2, where they will begin 12-month on-road placements to consolidate their training. “We’re thrilled to welcome eight new paramedics to the Hunter – a boost that will […]

APPLICATIONS are now open for MidCoast Council’s Water Wiser Grants. Schools, community groups and other eligible organisations can apply for grants of up to $10,000 to co-fund projects and activities that increase water conservation or sustainability through education, efficiency improvements or awareness-raising initiatives. Now in its second year, the program awarded more than $45,000 to […]

THE NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is harnessing the power of drones to enhance fisheries compliance operations. DPIRD Director Fisheries Compliance Mika Malkki said fisheries officers are responsible for monitoring the vast coastline and inland lakes and rivers across NSW and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are proving to be a game […]

‘Thank you’ awards were given to Committee members who gave their time and energy to the club during the 2024/5 season. A flock of stingrays, as seen from the UAV drones that helped patrol the beach this season. Over 100 surf club members were awarded and applauded for their work keeping the beach safe. THE […]

MALLETS swung at Myall Park Croquet Club’s lawns on Monday 5 May, in a fundraiser for medical research. Dozens of Club members and guests descended upon the courts for the annual and highly anticipated Biggest Morning Tea fundraiser, with money raised being donated to the Hunter Medical Research Institute. “This will be our 15th year […]

Stalls packed with gifts to spoil mothers. Florence and Lacey Dawes Amanda Pomplun. Veronica Hughes. Venues were packed with families. MOTHERS and mother-figures were spoiled across the Myall Coast on Sunday, 11 May, with venues in Bulahdelah booked to capacity. Mother’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate the special women in our lives, and a […]