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 […]
Nationals candidate for Lyne Alison Penfold with representatives of local clubs at the sports complex.
NATIONALS candidate for Lyne Alison Penfold has committed to provide $350,000 for improvements to the Rainbow Beach sporting complex, if the Coalition is elected after the 3 May Federal election. Ms Penfold said the funding would install lighting at the existing multi-purpose court and three cricket nets on the grounds. “These sports fields offer district […]
More than five million Australian Catholics are mourning the passing of Pope Francis. Photo: AAP Image/Lukas Coch.
AUSTRALIANS have recalled Pope Francis’s profound love for the poor, diverse people and all of humanity as millions mourn the pontiff’s passing. His death, on Monday after a recent serious battle with double pneumonia, was marked by tolling church bells and preparations for scores of memorial masses for the Catholic figurehead. It may also prove […]
Laurieton Public School Vice Captains Ivy and Kiera raising the flag at the conclusion of the school’s Anzac Day service. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography.
THE Laurieton RSL sub-Branch has been providing community education programs and commemorative services in schools and aged care facilities in the lead up to Anzac Day. Sub-Branch President Allan “Buster” Beatty and School Liaison Officer Pat Slee have engaged with a variety of groups in recent weeks, helping to foster a deeper understanding of Australia’s […]
Paris, Peta and Andrew were kept very busy restocking supplies and checking on weather patterns.
DANGEROUS surf conditions in the wake of gale-force winds and rain closed Bennetts Beach last weekend. ‘Beach Closed’ signs in the middle of the school holidays are never a happy sight, but the visible churning of the waters, and waves averaging two metres in height, were more than enough to bring out the signs […]
