Betty and Keith Tolhurst.
The late Betty Tolhurst. Betty Tolhurst (right) with the hospital’s Christmas stocking fundraiser. Betty and Keith Tolhurst. MUCH respected and beloved local-born businesswoman Betty Tolhurst, was laid to rest on Thursday 1 May at Hogbin Drive Crematorium. Tributes galore have been shared for a woman who never spoke a bad word about anyone – or […]
The concert featured the music and songs of the First and Second World War periods.
AN audience of over 500 enjoyed a special charity concert at the Wiigulga Sports Complex in Woolgoolga on Saturday afternoon, 26 April. The concert marked 110 years since the Gallipoli landings, and 80 years since the end of World War II. The concert was performed by the talented Clarence Valley Orchestra and Chorus, under the […]
SCOTT, battling cancer, has a prognosis of just 12 months to live. Scott calls his sister, Mary, and asks her to come and live with him as his full-time carer. He tells her that if she does so, he will give her half of his estate when he passes-away. Mary tells Scott that she will […]
Sawtell Panthers captain Sam Johnstone leads his side out onto the field.
SAWTELL Panthers have started their season in memorable style with a spirited comeback win against the Grafton Ghosts at Rex Hardaker Oval. Down 22-6 shortly after half-time, a dominant second half saw the Panthers prevail 30-26 to open their Group 2 Rugby League season. The Ghosts ambushed the home side early with Jake Vickery crossing […]
Sisters-in-law Freda Haworth, 102, and Lily Haworth, aged 103.
ON Saturday, 26 April, friends and family gathered to honour two extraordinary women. Lily Haworth (née Stumer) turned 103, while her sister-in-law and lifelong friend Freda Haworth (née Wells), celebrated her 102nd birthday. Their 80-year friendship is a story of resilience and adventure bound by love and deep affection. Lily Esther Stumer was born on […]
Visitors viewing the Bunker WW2 exhibition.
ANZAC Day was commemorated at the Bunker with a display highlighting the importance of the building in the defence of Coffs Harbour and the Eastern Seaboard during the Second World War. Now housing the National Cartoon Gallery and the National Holden Motor Museum, the heritage listed Bunker was originally built to house communication equipment during […]
THE NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) has released a new report examining the proportion of recorded crimes that result in an offender being charged by NSW Police. The study, “Trends in police legal action rates 2009-2023”, examines the rate of legal action taken by police across 11 categories of offences over 15 […]
THE NSW Government has promised action to address the growing number of cases of illegal tree clearing in NSW. An Explanation of Intended Effect (EIE) has been released, offering stakeholders the opportunity to consult on reforms to the urban tree clearing framework. A new resource to help planners, developers and builders tackle urban heat has […]
The ‘Made With Love’ market celebrates 14 years.
THE biggest dedicated handmade market on the Mid North Coast is about to celebrate 14 years of operation, with its Mother’s Day market on Sunday 4 May. The “Made with Love” market started with just 27 stallholders back in 2011 and is held quarterly. Over that time, there’s been over 40 markets, hundreds of stallholders, […]
Sherwood Archery competitor Maddy Lockyer walking back from the target.
YOUNGER members of Sherwood Archery Club were among the country’s best at the 2025 Youth Australian Archery Championships in Canberra over the Easter weekend. Competitors ranged from 12 to 20-years-old and participated across various categories, including Olympic Recurve, Compound, and Barebow disciplines. Among the talented athletes were local siblings Kye and Maddy Lockyer, alongside Olivia […]
