Oyster farming hit hard after rough weather
The humble oyster has been an important part of our economy for over 120 years. The first lease was granted in 1876 to a Mr Peter James who paid 150 pounds a year for the entire Nelson Bay area. Post…
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Karuah RSL taking on modern DNA approach to security
The criminal marking system is basically based on DNA forensic evidence to help police along with CCTV to track and convict criminals that have committed a break in or armed holdup on any premise fitted with the device. Karuah RSL…
Karuah To Tahlee Walk
The old Australian Agricultural Company Road from Karuah to Tahlee dates from around 1826 when the AA company was first established at Port Stephens north of Sydney. This site contains a copy of portion of the 1845 map drawn by Phillip…
Bluegrass Music on again at Karuah
The Karuah Bluegrass Music Festival is in its seventh year on the 1st weekend in May at the beautiful Longworth Park. FRIDAY 1 May will kick off the beginning of the 7th Annual Lost Highway Karuah Bluegrass Festival with an open…
Bottled water at Karuah RSL was welcomed by many
Recent devastation from wild storms left Karuah residents without power and water for up to five days in some areas. Local and surrounding residents including Limeburner’s Creek and Stroud were among many Hunter Region towns to be hit hard with torrential…
ANZAC Centenary information, times and meeting places
The Karuah and surrounding community are welcomed by the President of Karuah RSL Sub Branch, Peter Fidden and fellow members, to come along and participate in the ANZAC Centenary services planned for 2015. The Dawn Service march will commence at 5.50am…
Karuah Centre Renovations show Karuah Working Together
Karuah Community Centre in conjunction with Karuah Working Together has recently started its renovations which commenced on Monday 13 April. The main building is expected to close for approximately two weeks, however The Shed will be fully operational and ready for…
Karuah Roos keep home ground unbeaten
The Karuah Roos Rugby League season is finally underway with the Roo’s first game at home against the Dungog Warriors. The Warriors made the trip to Lionel Morten Oval to meet the Karuah team and met strong resistance from the Roos…
$1 million upgrade of the Karuah Waste Water Treatment Works
Hunter Water is currently undertaking a $1 million upgrade of the Karuah Waste Water Treatment Works. Upgrade works involves an ultraviolet disinfection system which uses UV light to kill disease causing microorganisms in treated effluent. Construction has been underway since July…
Karuah Chamber supporting local business
The Karuah Chamber of Commerce supports businesses in the local area, helping them to grow and prosper. Their current objectives include assisting accommodation providers with the intent to increase the stay of visitors on a weekend. The Chamber group also…