Nelson Bay

BACK ON COURT: Miela Goodchild will be a key player for the Pioneers on Friday night as she returns from representing Australia in the 3×3 World Cup qualifiers. Picture: LACHLAN ONIONS. By Lachlan Onions THE Mount Gambier Pioneers women’s team has faced a difficult fortnight and will be eager to bounce back on Friday night … [Read more…]

Each year on May 12, also the birthdate of Florence Nightingale, the world acknowledges the hard work and dedication of nurses. Kim White got into nursing for one reason – to help others. “We do it for the patients,” she said. “Although it can be tough, it’s a real privilege. “You get to work with … [Read more…]

A new scam is luring Australians to hand over their hard earned money by claiming to be associated with federal budget measures. Scamwatch has issued a warning about a text circulating that states individuals can receive a one-time payment of $750 to help with living expenses. The text appears to come from myGov. The federal … [Read more…]

Watch: The national survey analysed data from more than 15,000 GPs over 16 years. Recorded: May 10, 2023. General practitioners (GP’s) are calling for more support as research shows the invaluable role they play in detecting deadly skin cancers in regional communities. Dr Gerry Considine, a regional GP in Clare, mid-north region of South Australia, … [Read more…]

NZ Finance Minister Grant Robertson says there is no room for tax cuts in the May budget. (Ben McKay/AAP PHOTOS) The New Zealand government has “reprioritised” $4 billion after a search for savings that will be unveiled in next week’s budget. Finance Minister Grant Robertson has also revealed there is no room for tax cuts … [Read more…]

ALL FIRED UP: In-form pacer Hanging Fire made it three wins from his past five starts and won his second metropolitan race for trainer Greg Scholefield at Globe Derby Park last Saturday night. By David Gilbert THERE has been speculation around the traps that there will be no jumping races as part of the Casterton … [Read more…]

Australian fans were treated to a double delight from their PGA Tour heroes during the first round of the AT&T Byron Nelson event, with Adam Scott firing his lowest Thursday score on tour in nine years and Victorian David Micheluzzi lighting it up in his debut round on the US circuit. Scott, who won the … [Read more…]

Stephen Tompkinson (Image: PA) Stephen Tompkinson – regarded as “one of Britain’s finest actors” with almost 40 years on stage and screen – has been cleared by a jury of inflicting grievous bodily harm. He was found not guilty of punching a drunk man he confronted for making noise outside his house in Whitley Bay, … [Read more…]