Stinker’s Fishin’: Tackle your tackle box

HERE is a tip worth considering. It’s about your tackle box. Really, it’s about the size of your tackle box and what you carry in it. Are you one of those who go fishing with a tackle box that an…

HERE is a tip worth considering. It’s about your tackle box. Really, it’s about the size of your tackle box and what you carry in it. Are you one of those who go fishing with a tackle box that an…

THE all-conquering Port Stephens Pythons have consolidated top spot in the 2023-24 Newcastle District Suburban Cricket Division One competition. Resounding limited overs victories over Glendale Old Boys in the lead up to Christmas and third placed Warners Bay last weekend…

A LIFETIME passion for martial arts has reaped many rewards for decorated Raymond Terrace karate instructor Bob King. Self defence and durability are synonymous with the super fit master who has taught martial arts to adults and children in the…

RAYMOND Terrace lawn bowls legend Lee Schraner is gunning for another world championship title. The 41-year-old Port Stephens maestro has set his sights on capturing gold at this year’s World Bowls Champion of Champions Singles tournament to be staged in…



YT DiNGO, local music and dance artist Travers Ross, has released his latest single, Temptalien, described as “an introspective journey into personal growth and the profound connection between self and heritage”. Known for his ability to weave intricate narratives into…

TOORMINA local Thomas Henderson is one of 50 TAFE NSW graduates who studied a university preparation course that provides access to universities without the HSC. Tom has been studying for the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (TPC) and has just…

IN A bid to shape the future of education TAFE NSW has launched its first digital community consultation to seek input from every resident across NSW on how its training, support services, and facilities can better support and enable their…

COFFS Harbour artist Seabastion Toast has won the 2023 Portia Geach People’s Choice award with a portrait of fellow artist Karlee Rawkins called ‘How the light gets in’. This annual award is given by Dr Heather Macorison and Hilary Macorison,…