LABOR has thrown its weight behind an above-inflation wage rise for low-paid workers, but business groups warn the move could worsen price pressures and fuel further interest rate rises. The federal government repeated its 2025 call for a pay bump above the inflation rate in its submission to the Fair Work Commission’s annual wage review. […]
The inaugural Newcastle to Singapore service was a cause for celebration last Tuesday. Photo: supplied.
FOR the first time, travellers across the Hunter region can depart their local airport bound for Singapore, with the inaugural Jetstar flight taking off from Newcastle Airport at 9:40am on Tuesday. Newcastle Airport Chair Samantha Martin-Williams said the new route to Singapore via Bali marks a significant step forward for Newcastle Airport and the economic […]
MISSION Australia’s annual Youth Survey is open now and the national charity is urging NSW young people aged 14-19 to share their views in the largest survey of its kind in the country. Celebrating its 25th year in 2026, the Youth Survey gives young people the chance to express themselves and share their opinions on […]
Little Miss Doris, 17-year-old winner of the Teddy and Sharon GreenPaws Favourite prize. Photo: GreenPaws.
Nellie and Coco, the Fancy Dress winners. Photo: GreenPaws. GreenPaws’ Sharon with Teddy The Wonderdog, RADM Peter Sinclair (Retd), Bob and Lord Desmond I and Peter Sinclair Jnr. Photo: GreenPaws. Lord Desmond I, winner of Best in Show 2026. Photo: GreenPaws. Little Miss Doris, 17-year-old winner of the Teddy and Sharon GreenPaws Favourite prize. Photo: […]
WESTPAC customers in Bulahdelah can now access face-to-face banking support with a new Community Banking Service. In November 2025 Westpac announced it will be piloting the new service with local communities and councils to deliver banking in regional towns. Bulahdelah is one of three initial towns in regional NSW involved in the pilot alongside Manilla […]
The new Myall River VIEW committee: Barbara, incoming President; Lynne, Secretary; Rhonda, Vice President; Sharon, Treasurer; Sue, Sunshine Girl; Wilma, Assistant Treasurer; Lois, Delegate; Sue, Lunch Coordinator; Hilary, Publicity; Lucy, Assistant Functions Officer. Photo: supplied.
Guest speaker Rozz Albon accepted a single rose from Judy McGavock in appreciation of her talk. Photo: supplied. The new Myall River VIEW committee: Barbara, incoming President; Lynne, Secretary; Rhonda, Vice President; Sharon, Treasurer; Sue, Sunshine Girl; Wilma, Assistant Treasurer; Lois, Delegate; Sue, Lunch Coordinator; Hilary, Publicity; Lucy, Assistant Functions Officer. Photo: supplied. THE Myall […]
The concept of a space elevator is simple but astonishing. Photo: supplied, Dave Reneke.
IMAGINE stepping into an elevator, pressing the “up” button, and eight days later stepping out into space. No rocket roar. No fiery launch. No crushing G-forces. Just a ride straight up. It sounds unbelievable, yet the idea of a space elevator is beginning to look surprisingly real. The concept is simple but astonishing. Picture a […]
Green scones helped boost Celtic pride for the occasion. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
The Myall U3A music group. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Green scones helped boost Celtic pride for the occasion. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. UKELELES, guitars and many of their stringed relatives congregated to celebrate St Patrick’s Day at the Myall U3A Hall in Hawks Nest on Tuesday, 17 March. Celtic pride abounded as nine players and over a […]
RFS volunteers now have improved access to real-time imagery, particularly in remote and high-risk areas.
Footage captured by an AI-powered camera system on a watch tower. Photos: supplied. RFS volunteers now have improved access to real-time imagery, particularly in remote and high-risk areas. Drones provide volunteers with live vision of firegrounds. RURAL firefighters in NSW are utilising a new technology helping to detect fires earlier, improve situational awareness and strengthen […]
Richard Gray conducts the U3A Choir. Photo: HNTGPA.
Richard Gray conducts the U3A Choir. Photo: HNTGPA. Ewald Jordaan returned with plenty of gusto and a new guitar. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Committee volunteer and Progress Association Life Member Kath Verdon. Photo: HNTGPA. The Myall U3A choir. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. The Red Cross team delivered afternoon tea. Photo: HNTGPA. Mystery comedian John Stericker shared funny […]
