The report found more than 80 percent of respondents used at least one form of sun protection.
ALMOST one million adults across the state were sunburnt at least once over a four-week period, according to a new report from the Cancer Institute NSW. The “Sun Protection Behaviours Report”, released last week, shows 15 percent of people surveyed reported being sunburnt, up from 12 percent in the previous report. The research analyses data […]
RURAL Aid has launched the sixth annual Spirit of the Bush Photo Competition, inviting Upper Hunter residents to share striking images that capture the strength, resilience, and beauty of life on the land. Running from 14 July to 31 August 2025, the much-loved competition provides a powerful platform for rural and regional Australians to tell […]
THE Australian Government is seeking input from community and industry stakeholders on the “On Farm Connectivity Program” to ensure it is delivering the best possible outcomes for primary producers through the upcoming third round. Through over $30 million in rebates provided over the first two rounds, the government says thousands of primary producers have been […]
MORE than 10,000 Australian households and businesses will be asked to share ways they generate and use electricity for research to accelerate the net-zero transition. The nation’s science agency CSIRO on Thursday launched the National Energy Analysis Centre that will capture real-world energy use, which has been modelled on a similar body in the UK. […]
The Shoreline Residential Aged Care Director Aurielle Reyes, is a finalist in the You Are ACE! Awards.
THE SHORELINE Residential Aged Care’s Director of Care Aurielle Reyes, has been named a finalist in Ageing Australia’s prestigious 2025 You Are ACE! Awards. Aurielle has been recognised in the Leadership category, which honours exceptional leaders making a significant impact within the national aged care sector. The Shoreline General Manager Owen Lednor, said Aurielle’s recognition […]
THE Regional Tech Hub has announced a new grants program, offering up to $3000 to community groups across rural, regional and remote Australia. The Connect Grants are open to grassroots projects that help people navigate the complex world of phone and internet connectivity. Regional Tech Hub General Manager, Jennifer Medway, said the program is about […]
Sofia, Olli, Taro and Jorja.
Sofia, Olli, Taro and Jorja. Murilo during a send-off at his local Rotary Club. BELLINGEN Rotary has farewelled two outstanding international students who have completed their year-long exchange in the community through the District 9660 Rotary Youth Exchange Program (YEP). Taro Okamoto from Japan set off for home on Monday 21 July, and Sofia Escarcega […]
Kavasil Pty Ltd Chief Executive Andrew Kavasilas and lead investigator Professor Tobias Kretzschmar. Photo: SCU.
A NEW Southern Cross University (SCU) research project is aiming to increase the seed yields of hemp plants by up to 50 percent. The university describes the research as a potential “game-changer for the industry’s productivity and profitability”. The project, looking at naturally occurring variations in the sex determination of hemp plants, has the backing […]
Woolgoolga-born actress Lucy Dunning.
Woolgoolga-born actress Lucy Dunning. Lucy Dunning with schoolmates at Woolgoolga High School. Lucy Dunning returns to Woolgoolga as a member of educational theatre company Poetry in Action. A WOOLGOOLGA-born actress is returning home later this month as part of Poetry in Action (PiA), a renowned, world-touring theatre company. Lucy Dunning was […]
Men’s Shed jammers Sam Bowden, Neil Matthews, Dr Hugo Morales-Briceño, Gary Piper and Paul Pyle.
Men’s Shed jammers Sam Bowden, Neil Matthews, Dr Hugo Morales-Briceño, Gary Piper and Paul Pyle. Neurologist Dr Morales-Briceño joins Parkinson’s patients for a heartwarming jam session at Coffs Harbour Men’s Shed. IN A touching display of community, creativity, and connection, neurologist Dr Hugo Morales-Briceño joined a group of Parkinson’s patients for a private musical jam […]
