January 23, 2026

Myall Coast News Of The Area

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Workshops inspire action to protect Hunter’s shorebirds The workshops form part of a broader project, which supports the recovery and resilience of the Hunter Estuary Wetlands and Myall Lakes Ramsar sites.
Local News

Workshops inspire action to protect Hunter’s shorebirds

THE NSW Government’s Local Land Services recently teamed up with BirdLife Australia and the Hunter Bird Observers Club to deliver a series of shorebird workshops aimed at inspiring greater understanding and protection of these remarkable migratory species. The ‘Securing the Sanctuaries of Ramsar and Priority Wetlands for Migratory and Marine Species’ project is funded by […]

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Ships turned, arrests made at annual climate protest Scores of climate protesters have tried to block coal ships from Newcastle port. Photo: Darren Pateman/AAP
Regional

Ships turned, arrests made at annual climate protest

CLIMATE protesters are ramping up efforts to disrupt the fossil fuel industry, scaling and blocking a ship bound for the world’s largest coal port. Three Greenpeace activists scaled the ship on Sunday morning at Rising Tide’s annual “protestival” at Newcastle Harbour, unveiling a banner reading “Phase Out Coal and Gas”. After police confirmed 11 people […]

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Gurmesh Singh wins NSW Nationals leadership after shock Saunders exit Newly elected NSW Nationals leader Gurmesh Singh addresses the media.
Local News

Gurmesh Singh wins NSW Nationals leadership after shock Saunders exit

COFFS HARBOUR MP Gurmesh Singh has been elected as the new leader of the NSW Nationals, following the shock resignation of Dugald Saunders last week. It is the latest promotion for Mr Singh, a former macadamia and blueberry farmer from Woolgoolga, who was named Deputy Leader of the NSW National Party in June 2024. Mr […]

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Salvos call on the community’s Christmas spirit to help the needy Unwrapped donations will be welcomed by Salvos helpers. Photo: Elsa Jones.
Community

Salvos call on the community’s Christmas spirit to help the needy

CHRISTMAS can be a difficult time for many, which is why the Salvation Army holds a Christmas Gift Appeal and Toy Drive. For nearly four decades, these initiatives have brought smiles to the faces of families doing it tough. Thousands of gifts were collected last year, setting records in parts of the Hunter region. Salvation […]

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Carey Mason farewelled after 25 years at Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Preschool Carey with a poster made by the children to thank her for her years of service.
Community, School

Carey Mason farewelled after 25 years at Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Preschool

Carey with a poster made by the children to thank her for her years of service. Carey cutting her retirement cake. Preschool Director Judy Clarke thanking Carey for her 25 years’ service to the community. Carey with two generations of preschool families; James Farmer, Andrea Hammond and their children. FAMILIES on the Myall Coast have […]

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Pros and cons after Coalition’s decision to abandon Net Zero Locally-produced renewable energy, like solar power, benefits communities.
Local News

Pros and cons after Coalition’s decision to abandon Net Zero

ALL sectors have weighed in on the Federal Coalition’s decision to abandon Net Zero by 2050. This major tool for combatting climate change involves balancing the amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere with the amount removed. Patrick Leyland, Chief Digital Officer at Populares and former Director of Digital Campaigns for the Australian Labor […]

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Progress Association elects new committee and sets priorities for 2026 The annual Seniors Festival will have an expanded arts focus in 2026.
Local News

Progress Association elects new committee and sets priorities for 2026

THE Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association (HNTGPA) elected a new committee at its annual general meeting (AGM) on 17 November, appointing long-time local resident Sandra Bourke as President. The executive team for 2026 includes Vice President Thomas O’Keefe, Treasurer Kay Jones, and Secretary Bruce Murray. Returning committee members Leigh Allen (Life Member) and Sherrie […]

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Builders call for action as housing pressures mount
Myall Coast

Builders call for action as housing pressures mount

THE Housing Industry Association (HIA) has warned that housing pressures across regional NSW are reaching critical levels. Builders and industry leaders gathered in Taree last week for a Regional Housing Roundtable hosted with Nationals Senator Bridget McKenzie and Member for Lyne Alison Penfold. “The discussions in Taree reflect the growing challenges faced by builders in […]

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Salvation Army accepting donations to Christmas Toy Drive Appeal The community is encouraged to give the gift of happiness.
Community

Salvation Army accepting donations to Christmas Toy Drive Appeal

DONATIONS for the annual Salvation Army Christmas Toy Drive Appeal are now being accepted at Newcastle Permanent and Greater Bank branches until 12 December. The joint appeal has supported local families for nearly 40 years. Last year the community donated a record 7500 gifts through the branches. Salvation Army Auxiliary Lieutenant Bernie Muendel said the […]

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Local groups gain mental health first aid skills
Community

Local groups gain mental health first aid skills

MEMBERS of local community groups learned valuable Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) skills on Wednesday, 5 November. The training was delivered by Bronwyn Francis of Bonum Consulting, with six places in the training course offered free of charge to locals. The course was held in the new learning space at the Tea Gardens Library. Supported […]

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