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How to Train Your Donkey

BY KEELY ANDREWS Since 2021, St Catherine’s Catholic College Singleton […]

The Revitalisation of the St Joseph’s Agriculture Program

BY MEREDITH BLAIR

Before the agriculture program’s revival, many might not have known that St Joseph’s College Lochinvar had a farm.

Long Point Turf Serving No.1 Sportsground

BY ALEX TIGANI

Newcastle’s No. 1 Sportsground had a close connection to the Upper Hunter when hosting five local AFL games on Saturday.

Arvin shares his love for horses

BY ALEX TIGANI

“No matter what we always look after our horses after their great successes on the racetrack.”

Sarah Celebrates Beef Week Success

BY DI SNEDDON

You hear stories about succession planning for family farms and that is one thing the Randle family doesn’t have to worry about any time soon.

Alpaca Colours on Show

BY DI SNEDDON

If you are interested in exploring the depth of alpaca colour, then don’t miss the Hunter Alpaca Show on September 11.

Fantastic EKKA Results for Bureen Cattle

BY DI SNEDDON

Bureen Cattle Company travelled by truck to the Brisbane Ekka and while the truck may have been much lighter on the way home, the smiles were far more broader.

Resilience in Wine Industry Applauded at 50th Wine Show

BY DI SNEDDON

Hunter Valley Wine Show marked its 50th year and the 2022 chair of judges Samantha Connew said it was a celebration of the resilience of the region.

Environment Benefits from Landcare Love

BY DI SNEDDON

It is National Landcare Week and Muswellbrook’s Stephen Thatcher says the organisation has never been busier or more diverse.

Milestone sale set for Greenmount

BY ALEX TIGANI

The past year has seen such extraordinary seasonal conditions combined with robust cattle markets.

Students Shine at Wingham Beef Week

BY DI SNEDDON

Agricultural studies are difficult to fully grasp without the practical component and Wingham Beef Week provided the perfect opportunity for students at St Catherine’s Catholic college in Singleton to experience just that.

Cream of the Crop at Angus Sale

For 32 years the Hunter Valley Angus Breeders Association have been hosting an annual sale in May, and this year will be no different.

Pledge Made for Merriwa Road

The Federal Coalition Government and the NSW Government have committed to rebuild MR358 between Merriwa and Willow Tree if the Coalition is voted in at Saturday’s Federal election.

Injection of Funds for Singleton Saleyards

Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce was in Singleton on Wednesday to announce $2.7 million to upgrade the Hunter Regional Livestock Exchange to support the Hunter’s thriving beef industry.

Whittingham Flood Plan a Success

BY ALEX TIGANI

Whittingham dairy farmers Gavin and Sarah Wake have had an eventful month.

Improved Transmission Corridor for Land Holders

BY ALEX TIGANI

There were smiles all around the Merriwa RSL club on February 25.

Honey Secrets Shared by Rucko’s Farm

We all know how to get honey out of bottles or tubs, but what about how it gets there?

Howe Park turf arrives from Tickalara farms

BY ALEX TIGANI

More than 1500m2 of new turf has made its way to Howe Park this month.

Successful Sales for Coolmore

BY ALEX TIGANI

There were many smiles across the Coolmore camp throughout this month’s Magic Millions Sales on the Gold Coast.

The Road to Scone

BY ALEX TIGANI

A lot has changed for Singleton’s Cody Heffernan since he last competed at an Australian PBR event held in the Upper Hunter.

Yarraman off to a Great Start to the Year

BY JEM ANSHAW

The year has started on a high after the first sale of the year for Yarraman Park Stud with one of their colts being the first lot to make over $1 million at the Magic Millions sale.

Farmers welcome drones to the industry

BY ALEX TIGANI

Rural personalities throughout the Valley made their way to Mount Olive (near Singleton) for a drone course earlier this month.

A centenary at Charlton

BY ALEX TIGANI

Third generation farmers Ian and Dawn Russell had planned to celebrate two special milestones at their historic home near Broke in 2020.

Message from Local Resident Gerry

BY DI SNEDDON

Help where you can, work hard, enjoy life and be thankful and grateful.

Premium Genetics Available at the Tivoli Angus Bull Sale

There is something special about Angus cattle that sparks that […]

Equestrian Members Reach for the Stars

The Star Club Equestrian Program commenced its new membership year […]

2021 a Bumper Crop for Happy Orange Growers

For the first time in three years, the Harris family […]

Bumper Olive Crop Has Growers Excited

They may have tired eyes and weary bodies, but there is no wiping the smile of the faces of staff at Pukara Estate.

Merriwa Farmers Happy to Help

The Singleton area was not the only region affected by the recent floods.

Head Gardener proud of historic property

BY ALEX TIGANI

When Aaron Edwards drives through the gates of Godolphin’s Woodlands Stud, he cannot help but smile.

Klook helps rebuild wine industry

BY ALEX TIGANI

If you are a wine fanatic hoping to return to Pokolbin in the near future, there is a new term to memorise.

Huntlee Tavern – the new place to drop by

BY ROS BALDWIN

There is something really exciting about the opening weekend of a new business.

Hunter Valley Wine Show awards to be live streamed today

BY ALEX TIGANI

Pokolbin’s Ben Ean Cellar Door will play host to the who’s who of the Hunter Valley wine industry this afternoon.

Barry’s best seat in the Valley

BY ALEX TIGANI

There has been a regular theme for almost 25 years at the Starline Alpacas Farmstay Resort.

Hannah’s love affair with equine

BY ALEX TIGANI

Hannah Hopkins admits she has had a satisfying career so far.

Scott creates a buzz near Denman

Beekeeping guru John Scott travelled to the Pickering Homestead near Denman last Sunday for an exciting workshop.

Shoulder season almost over

BY ALEX TIGANI

The countdown is on for some fresh summer produce.

Godolphin farm manager still smiling

BY ALEX TIGANI

Six months later, Phil Harris cannot help but laugh.

Anderson eyes another title

BY HARRY MULHOLLAND

Reigning Singleton Show Campdraft champion Mitch Anderson looked set to reclaim his crown in 2020.

Celebrating the Show that couldn’t happen

BY ALEX TIGANI

This time of year is traditionally Singleton Show time when the community comes together to showcase their talents.

Team Scotts Flat

BY ALEX TIGANI

There is a special bond between the men on Scotts Flat Road.

Eggsellent time for McCullys Gap farm

BY JEM ANSHAW

While a number of industries have suffered losses when covid restrictions kicked in, one local operation was run off their feet.

Business is buzzing with growth

BY RACHEL FRASER

What started out as a hobby and a school assessment has grown into a great little business for Singleton father and daughter duo, Keelie and Dean Bell.