Jared Receives National Medical Award
BY DI SNEDDON
Heading into his third year medical exams last year and Jared Lawrence could not have been in a better frame of mind.
Sue Gilroy won’t stand
I wish to officially announce that I will not be running as a candidate at the upcoming State Government Election in March.
Giving Not Getting this Christmas
BY ALEX TIGANI
When you celebrate Christmas and your birthday within three weeks of each other there’s every chance you’ll be receiving plenty of gifts.
Battle Over Fees at Denman Pool
BY DI SNEDDON
Young swimmers in Denman will miss out if Muswellbrook Shire Council enforce new fees, according to Denman Swimming Club president Anthony Johnston.
Rotary Club to hold Fixin’ Broke Fundraiser
BY ALEX TIGANI
When Andrew Almond stepped up to the role of president of the Rotary Club of Singleton he did not predict what was in store for the second half of 2022.
Six Upper Hunter Locations Included in Communications Program
BY ALEX TIGANI
Member for Hunter Dan Repacholi welcomed Federal Communications Minister Michelle Rowland to Singleton last month for the launch of an emergency services backup satellite service.
Peree Prepares for State Election
BY ALEX TIGANI
There were mixed emotions for Branxton’s Peree Watson when announced as Labor’s candidate for the Upper Hunter on Saturday.
Traumatic call-out for local firefighter
BY ALEX TIGANI
For three years, Megan Worth has been serving the Singleton 444 Fire and Rescue brigade with the upmost professionalism.
Fire Devastation Starts to Sink In
BY DI SNEDDON
When Steve Honey’s daughter, Stevie-Lee set up a go fund me page to support him after he lost every possession in a house fire in Singleton in October, he was furious.
Finally, A Place for WWII Remembrance
BY ALEX TIGANI
Remembrance Day across the Upper Hunter saw gatherings around memorials on the eleventh of the eleventh with two minutes silence at 11am to reflect on the sacrifice made by so many in times of war and conflict.
Centre to Bring Culture Alive
Centre to Bring Culture Alive
Tourism, education and most importantly sharing of culture.
New Look for Memorial Thanks to ARTC
BY DI SNEDDON
The Nasho’s Memorial in Muswellbrook has received a facelift thanks to the ARTC.
Muswellbrook Marks Remembrance Day
BY ALEX TIGANI
With each ceremony that happens post-covid, the Muswellbrook RSL Sub-Branch enjoys seeing more people return to mark the solemn occasions.
Hall of Fame Recognition Awarded
BY DI SNEDDON
Four new additions, all in the community service category have been made to the Wambo Coal Singleton Hall of Fame.
Great Challenges Ahead to Secure Energy
BY DI SNEDDON
Outside the message was no new coal but inside the Mining Leaders Lunch function, the message was that coal has been mined in the Hunter Valley for a long time and will continue to be mined for a long time yet.
Penny Died and a Town Cried
For those who knew Penny Nagle (nee Partridge) the shock of her death remains something many are coming to terms with.
Christmas Lolly Love to Share
BY DI SNEDDON
Darlington Rural Fire Brigade is preparing for its annual Christmas lolly run and thanks to Damo and Jackie See from BM Automotive, there will be plenty of lollies to share around.
Thanks to Col for 20 Years
BY DI SNEDDON
Col Paul has spent the past 20 years volunteering for Ourcare Services Ltd. and when he made the decision to step down, his contribution did not go unnoticed.
Ravensworth Homestead Stops Glendell Expansion
The NSW Independent Planning Commission has refused the Glendell Mine expansion project because of the ‘significant, irreversible and unjustified impacts on the historic heritage values of the Ravensworth Homestead complex’.
Celebrating our Ladies
BY ALEX TIGANI
Singleton’s finest female golfing talents have played off for titles since the club first moved to Howe Park in 1927.
Oh, the Memories of Music
BY DI SNEDDON
Bob Henderson’s love of music peaked when he was asked to join the jazz band of well-known Australian musician Graeme Bell.
Connection is Key to Senior Happiness
BY DI SNEDDON
2021 Singleton Citizen of the Year Fred Turner message to those at the Seniors Week event was clear.
Muswellbrook History Captured in Kildonan and the Cafe
BY DI SNEDDON
Kildonan and the Café by Professor Robert Smith captures an insight into the history of Muswellbrook and at the recent launch of the book, many were keen to get their hands on a copy.
Lessons From Collie
BY DI SNEDDON
State Secretary from the Australian Metal Workers Union in Western Australia, Steve McCartney, was joined by residents of Collie to share their transition experiences with the Upper Hunter community at a forum organised by Hunter Jobs Alliance in Singleton last week.
Life membership for Curnow
BY ALEX TIGANI
The Singleton Veterans Golf Association has played a key role in the history of the club.
Huntlee Tavern Takes Out NSW Top Live Music Venue
BY DI SNEDDON
There are far more than tambourines and guitars at Huntlee Tavern.
Legends gather for Gala night
BY ALEX TIGANI
The Singleton Golf Club held its Gala Night on Friday evening.
Dunn and Rushby prevail for Singleton
BY ALEX TIGANI
It was only fitting on Singleton’s centenary that two of the club’s golfers were to prevail at HRDGA level.
Club Cup victory to savour for Shanelle
BY ALEX TIGANI
Shanelle Thomas could not help but smile when she won this year’s Club Cup.
Sentimental items find a home for the next 50 years
BY ALEX TIGANI
Hole 9 of the Singleton Golf Club is Not For Sale nor will it be for the next 50 years if all goes to plan.
All the Fun at the Fete
BY DI SNEDDON
It has been a long time coming but Singleton Heights Public School finally celebrated their fete last Friday.
Kick fear afternoon a success at Pokolbin
BY ALEX TIGANI
Lifelong friendships were formed at the Pokolbin Hall last month for the region’s first Kick Fear Afternoon.
Sun Sets on First Year for New CWA Group
BY ALEX TIGANI
The Singleton Sundowners CWA capped off a memorable first year with a well-attended trivia night on Saturday, October 29.
Follow the Four R’s to Recycle Right
BY DI SNEDDON
Next week is Recycling Week which is a great time for the community to remind themselves of the four R’s.
Spreading the Message of Upper Hunter Homeless
A conversation amongst Bengalla’s maintenance crew around homelessness became so insightful that they decided the situation needed more than just talk.
A small way of assisting our apprentices
A $250 visa card will be available for regional apprentices and university students in 2023.
Singleton Sundowners CWA celebrate first year
Singleton Sundowners CWA are celebrating their one-year anniversary with a trivia night this Saturday, October 29 to raise money for the Singleton Neighbourhood Centre.
Centenary celebrations begin
BY ALEX TIGANI
The Singleton Golf Club’s centenary celebrations are in full swing this month.
Ride for Compassion Takes a Merriwa Pitstop
BY DI SNEDDON
From Cottesloe Beach in Western Australia to Bar Beach in Newcastle, nothing was finer than lunch at Merriwa’s St David’s Uniting Church on Tuesday for the 42 people taking part in the Ride for Compassion.
Taj goes back-to-back
BY ALEX TIGANI
Nick Carey was not the only former Singleton Golf Club junior champion with a smile on Sunday night.
Roger remains Singleton’s golfing great
BY ALEX TIGANI
The Singleton Golf Club’s biggest names will be returning to town this month to celebrate the club’s centenary.
Liddell Power Station Demolition on Track
BY DI SNEDDON
When the two 160-metre-high cement stacks at Liddell Power Station are detonated with explosives there will be plenty of opportunity for people to witness the historic event when both fall to the ground.
Red Light Speed Camera Installed at Singleton
Road safety at a prominent Singleton intersection will receive a boost with the installation of a new red-light speed camera at the intersection of the New England Highway and Bridgman Road.
Singleton therapist to speak at community empowerment event
BY ALEX TIGANI
Singleton based Emotional Wellness Psychotherapist Tabatha Kattua has been announced as one of the guest speakers for this month’s Kick Fear afternoon to be held at Pokolbin.
Transition Continues as Liddell Power Station Closure Remains on Schedule
With the closure of Liddell Power Station scheduled for April next year, work to support AGL’s people throughout the journey is well advanced.
From Homeless to Home – A Story of Hope
BY DI SNEDDON
October 10 is world Homeless Day, a date to think of those without a roof over their heads and it is more common than you think.
Minister Headlines Mining Lunch
BY DI SNEDDON
Federal Resources Minister Madeleine King will headline an impressive speakers’ line up at the Hunter Coal Festival’s Mining Leaders Lunch on Friday, October 28, at the Singleton Civic Centre.