ANZAC Day is a time to remember
KARUAH RSL sub-branch President Peter Fidden refers to ANZAC Day as “the most important day of the year”. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE “It is a significant day for all Veterans, and to honour those who didn’t come home…
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Grandparents Day at Tea Gardens Primary
IT was an occasion to put in the memory banks of the children of Tea Gardens Primary, who recently got to show off their school and their talents on Grandparents Day. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Around 200 pops…
Medowie children on board for Harmony Day
FEEDER schools of Medowie students came out in full force this week, embracing different cultures and celebrating Harmony Day. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Wirreanda Public School acknowledges Harmony Day as a very important day on their calendar, as…
Charity Golf Day for Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group
GOLD lamé, pretty pastels and teetering heels featured at the Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group Charity Golf Day at Nelson Bay Golf Club. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE The theme this year was “Priscilla Queen of the Desert” and…
Port Stephens LAC Police Officers attend Police Remembrance Day
PORT Stephens LAC Police Officers last week attended the Newcastle, Sydney and Canberra ceremonies to commemorate Police Remembrance Day. National Police Remembrance Day is an annual event that commemorates the service and sacrifice of the 254 members of the NSW…
Bulahdelah Men’s Shed Bee Hive Club holds Field Day
BROAD brimmed hats with netting, baggy long-sleeved shirts and gloves were some of the protective items worn by members of Bulahdelah Men’s Shed Beehive Club at a field day held last week. Displays and demonstrations on all aspects of beekeeping…
Beach Day for those living with the Williamtown Contamination
THE Community Wellbeing Program, an initiative set up to help members deal with the stress of the Williamtown contamination are holding a paddle boarding family beach day. Held this coming Sunday, 9 October the event is free and open to…
HMRI Open Day fun
THE Hunter Medical Research Institute’s biggest ever Open Day will be held on Friday, 7 October. As a free school holiday event we’re expecting 3000-4000 people of all ages to attend. Highlights are a heart chamber bathed in red light…
Barrie French passed on thanks
Dear News Of The Area, On behalf of the Karuah RSL Sub Branch members I would like to thank you for the recent articles in the NOTA in relation to our Vietnam Veterans Day Service and the dedication of our…
Medowie Marauders Rugby Club and of year presentation
MEDOWIE Rugby Club prides themselves on being a ‘family club’ and this year’s presentation day reflected that. Held at the home ground, Boyd Oval, many friends and family all joined for what has been described as an amazing memorable day.…