May 16, 2026
Lady Hawks win first game of new season
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Lady Hawks win first game of new season

The Lady Hawks and Panthers post-match. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Second Lady Hawks’ try to Katie. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Litiana ran most of the field before scoring the third Lady Hawks’ try. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Evie got through for the team’s fourth try. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. First try to Windjana. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. STRONG southerly winds […]

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Myall Masters swimmers compete at Hunter Valley meet Christine Sefton and Colin Kindred represented the local club at Cessnock. Photo: Myall Masters.
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Myall Masters swimmers compete at Hunter Valley meet

THE Myall Masters Swimming Club sent a small but mighty contingent to Cessnock to compete in the Hunter Valley Masters swim meet on Saturday 21 March. The two Myall Masters representatives in the pool were Colin Kindred and Christine Sefton. Colin, who competed in the men’s 80-84 age group, is enjoying his first season with […]

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Northern Hawks and CDC NSW promote respect in the community Northern Hawks rugby league players have teamed up with CDC NSW to tackle anti-social behaviour and promote respect in the community.
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Northern Hawks and CDC NSW promote respect in the community

NORTHERN Hawks Rugby League Club has partnered with bus operator CDC NSW to launch a new campaign aimed at reducing antisocial behaviour and promoting respect across the region. The initiative features local Hawks players appearing on CDC NSW buses, delivering a clear message to passengers: ride with respect, treat fellow passengers and drivers with courtesy, […]

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New look Northern Hawks primed for success in 2026 Northern Hawks and Woy Woy Roosters players join forces after their recent rugby league trial match at Lakeside Sporting Complex in Raymond Terrace.
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New look Northern Hawks primed for success in 2026

THEY don’t breed them tougher and more resilient than legendary Newcastle Knights rugby league forward Steve Simpson. In a decorated twelve-year career with the Knights that yielded 216 top grade appearances and a memorable NRL premiership in 2001, the durable back rower was renowned for his work ethic and ability to push through the pain […]

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Sail Port Stephens set to be the biggest yet Sail Port Stephens 2025 Performance Series - Div 1 IRC winner Hooligan. Photo: Promocean Media
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Sail Port Stephens set to be the biggest yet

Sail Port Stephens 2025 Performance Series – Div 1 IRC winner Hooligan. Photo: Promocean Media The three-week festival brings more than 300 boats and thousands of sailors to the region. Photo: Council. SAIL Port Stephens returns from 13 April, shaping up to be Australia’s largest sailing regatta. The three-week festival is projected to attract 300 […]

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Tennis and pickleball club goes from strength to strength
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Tennis and pickleball club goes from strength to strength

MYALL Park Tennis Club has seen its sports offerings and success grow over the past few years, with players recently winning medals at the World Pickleball Association tournament in Lake Macquarie. The WPA event ran from Friday 13 to Sunday 15 February at Mount Hutton Tennis and Pickleball Club, bringing together over 100 players from […]

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Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Nippers end season with a bang All the Nippers at the 2025-26 Presentation Day. Photo: Shannon Richmond Photography.
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Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Nippers end season with a bang

All the Nippers at the 2025-26 Presentation Day. Photo: Shannon Richmond Photography. Perpetual Award winners Evelyn Taylor, Lacey Preston, Brydie Hicks and Anneke Whitburn. Photo: Shannon Richmond Photography. NIPPERS at Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Surf Life Saving Club (TGHN SLSC) celebrated their annual presentation day on Sunday, 1 March. Due to the overwhelming interest from […]

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The Tea Gardens Hawks are getting the band back together
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The Tea Gardens Hawks are getting the band back together

THE Tea Gardens Hawks are entering the 2026 season with several past players added to the roster. Secretary Neil Reynolds said these players will “add to the Hawks’ on-field resolve, and support players returning from 2025, and younger performers registering with the club”. The club has appointed experienced personnel in leadership positions, with Trent Murphy […]

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Family fun on offer at Invictus Australia Defence Community Sports Expo Lawn bowls will be featured at the 2nd Invictus Australia Defence Community Sports Expo. Photo: Alex Tinker.
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Family fun on offer at Invictus Australia Defence Community Sports Expo

PORT Stephens’ heralded archers and paddlers are ready to educate patrons on the finer points of their sports at the upcoming Invictus Australia Defence Community Sports Expo in Newcastle. Current and former serving members and their families will come together for the second annual event on Saturday 21 March at Stockton Bowls Club. Offering a […]

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Kayleigh Thompson’s state swimming success
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Kayleigh Thompson’s state swimming success

Kayleigh with her medals at the NSW Country Regionals. Photo: Lauren Churm. Kayleigh ran out of hands full of ribbons and a medal representing TGPS. Photo: Lauren Churm. LOCAL swimming sensation Kayleigh Thompson has had a busy summer, racking up ribbons and medals on her way through multiple levels of regional and state competitions.    […]

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