LOOKING for a new experience this school holidays? Other than the real thing, this is the closest you may ever get to being a Top Gun fighter pilot. Applied Virtual Simulation (AVS) Newcastle, renowned for cutting-edge defence simulation technology and Winwing have partnered with Fighter World to create one of Australia’s
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Nelson Bay Gropers ready for action in 2025 Hunter Suburban Rugby competitions
RUGBY fever has gripped Port Stephens with the Nelson Bay Gropers’ senior women’s and men's squads in fine fettle ahead of the launch of the 2025 Hunter Suburban Rugby competitions. The new look Gropers kick-off their women's campaign this Saturday at Bill Strong Oval in Nelson Bay in what is shaping
Lake Cathie-Bonny Hills Raiders start season strong
THE Lake Cathie-Bonny Hills Raiders JRLFC have kicked off their 2025 rugby league season in impressive fashion, with strong performances from all junior teams across three days of back-to-back competition. Round 1 began on 4 April with Friday night matches for both the U14 and U16 Girls League Tag (LT) teams. U16
Lake Cathie-Bonny Hills Raiders tame Taree Bulls in pre-season clash
Raiders celebrate the debut of their league tag ladies
THE Lake Cathie-Bonny Hills Raiders JRLFC made history on Sunday, debuting their first ever open Ladies League Tag side. Earlier this year, club committee members began entertaining the idea of entering a senior ladies team in the Group 3 Ladies League Tag competition. Club President Benny Smith took on the
Stingrays unveil women’s leaders ahead of 2025 season
WITH the rugby league season kicking off on Saturday, 12 April, the Laurieton Stingrays have unveiled their new-look women’s leadership group for the 2025 competition. Bree Hoole takes on the role of head coach, while Lydia Kearns and Tilley Hunter step up to co-captain duties. Stingrays Club President Jarryd “Kiwi” Gaskin
Laurieton Stingrays snag father-son duo
WITH the Hastings District Rugby Football League competition set to kick off on Saturday, 12 April, the Laurieton Hotel Stingrays RLFC have announced the signing of respected veteran Chris Piper. The club says Piper's signing is the final piece in the puzzle for the revamped Stingrays this season. Known for his
24 Gills Road, Lorne is on the market with Percival Property
24 Gills Road, Lorne NSW 52.39ha/129.5 acres Price: $1,795,000 A RARE opportunity to acquire a premium rural property in the heart of Lorne Valley. Spanning 52.39 hectares, this highly productive farmland is ideal for cattle operations while offering unmatched lifestyle potential. Property Highlights: Highly Fertile Land: A mix of fertile river and creek flats,
Reis Maurer clocks up 20 years as a volunteer Woolies worker
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council seeking feedback on voluntary house raising scheme
THE Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is considering joining the NSW Government’s Voluntary House Raising Scheme (VHRS), a flood risk management initiative under the Floodplain Management Program. The scheme aims to enhance the resilience of flood-prone homes by raising them above minimum flood levels or relocating them to higher ground within their existing