I WELL recall when Port Stephens had a commercial fishing fleet of trawlers that formed one of the major industries that contributed to the growth and prosperity of the region. In 1983 there were around 23 trawlers working to full…
AN intriguing slate of films are being released this week to Aussie cinemas, though you may need to hunt around for the chance to view the best of them. The Apprentice Testing the limits of Australia’s tolerance for US political…
ANY ban on young people using social media needs to be implemented as soon as possible, the NSW premier says. Ahead of a two-day summit between the NSW and South Australian governments on addressing social media issues, Chris Minns said…
DAYLIGHT saving has no negative impact on people’s health, a world-first study has found. The effect of daylight saving on health has long been the subject of speculation, amid concerns over loss of sleep as well as the increased risk…
THIS story is part four of a series about the Mitchells, an early Port Stephens fishing family. FOR me, writing the history of the commercial fishing industry in Port Stephens was a challenge that took over three years to complete.…
ENVIRONMENT ministers have been summoned to a special meeting on the looming bird flu threat as Australia asks the US and New Zealand for advice on vaccinating wildlife. Federal minister Tanya Plibersek has called the meeting for October 18, correspondence…
HOPING to recapture highly volatile lightning in a bottle this week, Warner Bros is releasing “Joker: Foile à Deux”, the sequel to the surprise 2019 hit that launched their “DC Black” label. The first Joker film – focusing entirely on…
UNLESS Australia undergoes a drastic shift in attitude towards industry, development and its impact on our environment, it is projected that koalas will become extinct within 25 years. That is the focus of the newly released documentary “The Koalas” from…
MIDCOAST locals have a chance to win cash for outstanding upcycling projects in the annual Reviva Reuse Competition. “This competition is the highlight of our year because it showcases the incredible ideas and talents in our community,” said Reviva MidCoast…
FUNDRAISING has never tasted so good, according to members of the North Arm Cove Community Garden group. Its members have purchased a new mulcher with the proceeds from sales of local artisan Bill Moller’s jams and pickles, which were made…