Singleton - The Hunter River Times

Work begins on $7m streetscape

BY DI SNEDDON

Four trees will be felled this week and another nine are on the chopping block over the next month as the upgrade to the northern end of Singleton’s main street gets underway.

SDCA search for umpires

BY ALEX TIGANI

Singleton District Cricket Association treasurer Daniel Storey has revealed the appointment of Justin Harris as first grade umpire ahead of the 2020/21 season.

A special William Street home

BY DI SNEDDON

You know when you are in a real, lived-in home the minute you sit at the kitchen table for a cuppa.

Slow Food is the way of the future

BY DI SNEDDON

When you think about health and lifestyle, nothing has a greater impact than the food we put in our mouth.

Stepping out with friends

BY DI SNEDDON

Singleton Striders Walking Group, aka ‘Walk, Talk and Fork’, have been doing the rounds since 2001 and its current members are enjoying the outings more than ever.

Awards acknowledge the support

Randi and Rob Thraves were recognised at this year’s Education Week Awards for their contribution to Broke School and what a contribution that is.

Helping those affected by drought

Rain can quickly take away the reality of drought but for many in the Upper Hunter, the impacts of a long, dry season continues to wreak its devastation.

Former school captain continues to impress

BY DI SNEDDON

Sophie Ryan is certainly a young achiever and she has a message to those preparing for the Higher School Certificate.

New name for old shop

BY DI SNEDDON

Shop in the Upper Hunter that sells furniture has re-opened its doors under a new name.

Make the most of the humans you work with

Nicole Furness and Angela Penton from Be Human HR have embarked on an exciting journey to empower local businesses to create happy humans in their workplaces.

Twenty years in business for Judy and Kevin

Chainsaws and ride-on lawn mowers were the toilet paper of D & L Chainsaws during covid.

Rams Cup called off

BY ALEX TIGANI

Newcastle Hunter Rugby Union’s proposed Rams Cup competition has been cancelled due to a list of factors impacted by Covid-19.

Singleton juniors bolster Hunter side

BY ALEX TIGANI

The NHRU Wildfires’ Colts side suffered a heavy 38-0 defeat to Eastwood on Saturday.

Wildfires to host Sydney Uni

BY ALEX TIGANI

The Newcastle Hunter Rugby Union Wildfires made their return to the Shute Shield this month for the first time since 1998.

Cousins combine for historic win

BY ALEX TIGANI

The Singleton Roosters’ youth girls team kick started their season with a comfortable 48-point win against reigning premier Cardiff at the Pasterfield Sporting Complex.

Roosters aim for 3-0 start

BY ALEX TIGANI

The Singleton Roosters will aim to open their season with a third straight win when travelling to Newcastle City this Saturday.

Singleton storm home in 12-0 triumph

BY ALEX TIGANI

Returning local star Tove Crosswell made a gallant return to the field last Friday night when guiding Singleton to a 12-0 win against Mayfield at Howe Park.

Cook Park to host NSW Waratahs trial

BY ALEX TIGANI

He has played cricket for more than half a century.

Now, at the age of 55, Greg Thrift will make his national championship debut if all goes to plan for the rest of the year.

Like mother, like daughter

BY ALEX TIGANI

Singleton Roosterette Kalani Bates has starred for her line-up since making her senior debut a fortnight ago.

The teenager was named as her side’s best player on debut against Lake Macquarie before scoring three goals in her side’s 78-point victory against Gosford on Saturday.

History in the making for Clancy

BY ALEX TIGANI

There are two scenarios for Singleton rugby star Sophie Clancy this Saturday.

If she is selected for the Newcastle Hunter Rugby Union’s Wildfires side for their Jack Scott Cup season opener, she will be the youngest player on the field.

Netballers grateful for donation

Singleton Netball Association players and officials will remain cautious of […]

Junior League makes a comeback

BY DI SNEDDON The smiles could not have been wider […]

Broke Fordwich Wine Region

BY ROS BALDWIN Recently I have come to the realisation […]

Brian and Marion Fellowes (Beautiful People)

Each fortnight, The Hunter River Times, presents beautiful people with […]

Knitting Brings Peace to Cynthia

Knitting is very much part of Cynthia Mulholland’s lifestyle and […]

Rotary change over

Rotary Club of Singleton has entered its 81st year with […]

Big decisions for students

Big decisions are in the process of being made at […]

Friendship seat is back

Few students would even notice a playground’s garden furniture but […]

Open Door getting back on track

Hot showers are running, the kitchen aromas are again magnificent […]

Lili begins blooming new adventure

Lili Robinson will open August Bloom next week, fulfilling a […]

New home for emergencies

BY DI SNEDDON Emergency coordination now has a new home […]

Diocese considering Convent site

BY DI SNEDDON Sacred Spaces will cease weddings, music concerts, […]

Vesper aims for Open glory

BY ALEX TIGANI She has won just about everything on […]

Fit of Mind and Body

BY ALEX TIGANI There is a clear link between mental […]

Lantry compares Bradley to former Knight

BY ALEX TIGANI

“Never once before has a team from Maitland participated in a specific Sydney based competition.”

Show Home

BY DI SNEDDON

Northern Agricultural Association Showground in Singleton is one of them and there is plenty of reasons why it will never be for sale.

Munzenberger embarks on presidency

Past District Governor Graeme Hooper, past club president Wendy Love, Stacy Munzenberger with Josie and Lillie Neuss.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Lieutenant Colonel James Smith and wife, Amy Cooper, both have highly demanding jobs but for them, it is all about lifestyle and what a life they have. They are pictured at their new home on a very rare afternoon away from work.

Mercy making dreams come true

BY DI SNEDDON These nurses have a dream to bring […]

Sport Makes a Welcome Return

BACK ON TRACK: Athletes from Muswellbrook, Singleton and Pokolbin are excited to be back in the game this weekend.

New coach set for debut

BY ALEX TIGANI The Singleton Roosters waited 160 days for […]

Netballers thrilled to return

Singleton netballers Bella Hoswell, Alex Bailey, Isabella Davey, Tamara Carroll and Bella Tanzer make their return long awaited return to the courts this weekend.

SDJCA AGM this Tuesday

BY ALEX TIGANI The Singleton District Junior Cricket Association will […]

Love receives coveted award

Outgoing Rotary Club of Singleton Sunrise president Wendy Love was left speechless last week.

Local stock are looking the goods

BY JASON BOWER It seems hard to believe that we […]

St Xavier’s walk down memory lane

1980: There are plenty of familiar faces in the class of 1980 from St Xavier’s Primary School. Look out when they are among those catching up for a school reunion being organised by former student Tim Sutton and his energetic committee.

Getting kids on track

ENGAGING: Wendy Love and Ann Fuller from Singleton Community Action Against Illicit Drugs are working hard to bring a new program to the district aimed to improve the lives of disengaged youth.

Pollies get some boxing tips

Minister for Regional Youth Bronnie Taylor and Member for Upper Hunter Michael Johnsen present Brad Maher with his award.

Lock an experience into Covid capsule

Local contributions sought to create a snapshot of Singleton’s COVID-19 […]

New look Rugby Park

BY ALEX TIGANI Tonight, the Singleton Bulls will play host […]