Migrant memories shared at the Hall
BY ALEX TIGANI
Helen Scott (nee Lidwinski) could not help but get emotional when opening the Greta Army and Migrant Camp Gallery Wall at the Branxton Community Hall on Monday morning.
Roberta wins Scone Art Prize after long wait
BY ALEX TIGANI
Scone artist Roberta Wiseman was all smiles when she was declared as the winner of the 57th Scone Art Prize last Friday.
It’s Another Huge Win for Muswellbrook Chamber
Muswellbrook Chamber of Commerce and Industry was again the winner […]
Research continues for centenary
BY ALEX TIGANI
Niblicks, mashies, cleeks and lofters may no longer be in the modern-day golfer’s vocabulary.
A lifetime of golf for Les
BY ALEX TIGANI
Every year Les Bennett receives a phone call on December 12. “Happy birthday Les,” Singleton golfer Bob Vitnell declares.
Historic AGM
BY ALEX TIGANI
The Singleton Golf Club’s annual general meeting will be taking place at the Mechanics Institute on Thursday, October 20. This will mark the club’s 100th anniversary after the first AGM was held at the same venue on the same date in 1922 (which was a Friday).
At Lismore to see the Queen
BY ALEX TIGANI
Singleton’s Jill Mandas was one of the estimated 100,000 gathered at Lismore to see the Queen on her coronation tour in 1954.
Eli continues family tradition
BY ALEX TIGANI
Eli Smith will be one of the juniors flying the flag for Singleton next week.
A ride to remember
BY ALEX TIGANI
Brad Bates was overwhelmed with relief when he rode into the Bulga Tavern on Sunday afternoon.
Pollies Make a Splash at New Aquatic Centre
BY JEM ANSHAW
While the community have been enjoying the new facilities at Muswellbrook Aquatic Centre for a month now, the building was officially opened on the weekend.
Singleton Emergency Services Internship a first for NSW
BY ALEX TIGANI
Applications are now open for the Singleton Emergency Services Internship.
Thiess Mt Owen Take Out Open Cut Competition
Ten emergency response teams from across the region competed at the annual Hunter Valley Open Cut Mines Rescue competition on Friday, 9 September 9, 2022. It was the first time the district event has been held since 2019 due to covid restrictions.
Thankful for our Vital Aeromedical Service
When it comes to recent incidents tasked by the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service it is hard to forget about the story of Scone’s David Gatwood.
Errol and Beryl’s remarkable dedication
BY ALEX TIGANI
Singleton is not the only town with legendary volunteers. Enter Scone.
Singleton volunteers prepare for tournament
BY ALEX TIGANI
Here’s a trivia question. How many years of voluntary service have Singleton locals John Adam, Jayne Eather, Judy Smith and Denise Paul combined for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.
Upgrades begin for Pirtek Park
BY ALEX TIGANI
If you are one for Bengalla Hunter Valley Group 21 nostalgia, this month’s A-Plus Contracting Hunter Valley Mining Charity Rugby League Day will mark the last to be held at Singleton’s Pirtek Park as we have known it since 2008.
Maslen and Elphick commit to the cause
BY ALEX TIGANI
Merriwa Magpie Kelly Maslen is one of the big names lining up in the women’s competition.
Dedicated Danny’s hard work pays off
BY ALEX TIGANI
Danny Eather may not be playing in this year’s tournament.
Tournament returns after three-year hiatus
BY ALEX TIGANI
All roads lead to Singleton’s Pirtek Park on Saturday, September 17 for the A-Plus Contracting Hunter Valley Mining Charity Rugby League Day in support of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.
Kiss from a Rose
BY DI SNEDDON
Kiss from a Rose Charity Ball, supporting Bears of Hope is on this Saturday, September 10.
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.
Footpath Funding comes to Singleton
BY DI SNEDDON
People in Singleton will have more options to get to work, school and explore their local community through the NSW Government’s $110 million Get NSW Active program.
Operations Service Medal for Corporal Kovacs
BY ALEX TIGANI
Members from the Borneo Platoon were not the only ones recognised at last month’s march out at the Australian School of Infantry, Singleton.
Cattle Dog Muster
BY DI SNEDDON The Upper Hunter is the birth place […]
Strong Stand on Common Land
The Wanaruah Local Aboriginal Lands Council have had enough, and with the support of the Hunter Valley Local Area Command and Muswellbrook Shire Council, anyone who is caught trespassing at The Common will not get away with it.
Nurses Demand Immediate Action
BY JEM ANSHAW “We’re not going away, this this issue […]
Jail Trade School Might Be the Solution
BY DI SNEDDON He had less than three minutes to […]
Re-elected Singleton Deputy Mayor honoured to have ongoing support for third term
In the first meeting of Singleton Council following the 30 July By-election, Cr Tony Jarrett has been elected unopposed as deputy mayor for the remainder of the Council term.
Watch Holds Significant Connection to Singleton
BY DI SNEDDON
A pocket watch dating back to the 1760s has found its way back to Singleton, the town that became home to Isaac Easterbrook in 1862.
New kits for Darlington brigade
BY ALEX TIGANI
A Glencore Integra Underground Community Investment donation has enabled the Darlington RFS to improve its capacity to respond to emergencies.
Mindful Miner Tells His Story
BY DI SNEDDON
Josh Dagg is a coalminer. He is a loving father of two beautiful girls and has been to hell and back.
Ready to Support Legacy
It is Legacy Week from August 28 to September 2 and there is plenty of merchandise you can buy to support this organisation.
Singleton Has Decided
BY DI SNEDDON
The second attempt to hold Singleton Local Government Elections has been successful with nine people to be sworn into their councillor roles on August 30.
Singleton Marks Vietnams Day
BY DI SNEDDON
Significant words and prayers were said and wreaths were laid at the Singleton Vietnams Remembrance Day Service.
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.
Heroes Deserve Fire Station Upgrade
BY DI SNEDDON
Fire Stations across the State are in urgent need of upgrades and if Singleton Fire Station is anything to go by, those who are ready to serve their communities, night and day, are tolerating working conditions unacceptable in the 21st century.
Muswellbrook Pool Finally Open
The doors to the indoor pool hall at the Muswellbrook Aquatic Centre opened last Friday after a long hiatus that stretched the patience of all those who love a dip.
Special Significance at Muswellbrook Vietnam Remembrance Day
BY DI SNEDDON
Dang Vu and Maihuyen Tran were clearly moved while unveiling a plague in honour of their father, Major Dang Vinh Tran, at Muswellbrook’s Vietnam Remembrance Day Service last Thursday.
What to do if you are Affected by Flood or Storm Damage
BY TONY JANSSEN
Floods and Storms can have devastating effects and ensuring that you’re adequately prepared and that you know what to do after the event has passed should be a priority for every homeowner.
Wine Show to Mark its 50th Year
BY DI SNEDDON
Hunter Valley Wine Show will commemorate its 50th milestone with a week of celebrations, reflecting on the rich history of the event and region.
Books Galore Walk Out the Door
BY DI SNEDDON
Crowds were waiting for the doors to open for the PCYC Book Fair last Thursday and when those doors opened they were not disappointed.
Farmers Counting the Cost of the Flood
BY DI SNEDDON
Roslyn Shearer still tears up when talking about watching her cattle, neck deep in flood water last month, trying to find their way to higher ground.
By-Election All but Declared
Results of the Singleton Local Government By-election was announced this morning by Singleton returning officer Graham Clothier.
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.
Cup Challenges Australia’s Best Soldiers
BY DI SNEDDON
Much attention has been on the Commonwealth Games but there is another competition that puts its competitors to an ultimate test of extensive physical and psychological challenges like no other.
Youngsters Join the Tree Planting Brigade
BY DI SNEDDON
Ground at Muswellbrook and Singleton received an additional 2000 trees after hugely successful National Tree Day events in both towns.
Mine Workers Respond to Flood
BY DI SNEDDON
When Bulga Coal operations manager Dave Foster explained the massive flood clean up facing neighbouring villages to the mine site, more than half the 100 workers listening to his words quickly raised their hand to help.
Flood Recovery Far from Over
Broke is a mess but not broken. This is the message from residents who are now dealing with the reality of the massive clean up following the flood event that caused catastrophic damage across the village on July 5.
Singleton Artists Continue to Celebrate
BY ALEX TIGANI
A long list of artists of all ages were recognised at the 2022 Yancoal Singleton Art Prize on Friday evening.
Thompson Top of Leaderboard
BY DI SNEDDON
Votes have been counted from yesterday’s Singleton Local Government By-election and Danny Thompson is in the top spot with 2178 votes, a combination of pre-polling and yesterday’s numbers.