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Swimmers splash into Singleton

BY ALEX TIGANI

Swimmers from across NSW made their way to Singleton last weekend for the NSW Country Regionals meet.

If Only These Walls Could Talk

BY DI SNEDDON

The Mechanics Institute at 74 George Street, Singleton, was built in 1866 and stands as a testament to Singleton’s European history and heritage.

Local trio complete Bradman Cup campaign

BY ALEX TIGANI

Junior cricketers from across NSW gathered at Lake Macquarie last week for the Bradman Cup tournament.

Sue Moore Declared Mayor of Singleton

Sue Moore is elected as Mayor of Singleton with official […]

Local talents return to Sydney

BY ALEX TIGANI

As many International sporting careers come to an end this summer, our list of future Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls continues to grow.

More Voting Results from Monday’s Count

Postal votes for the Local Government Election will be counted from Friday with official results not expected from the NSW Electoral Commission until December 22.

Third time lucky for Mathews

BY ALEX TIGANI

Not even the recent rainfall could delay the Howe Park Tennis Club championships for 2021.

Voting Continues Slowly in Local Government Elections

Only a handful of votes appear to have been counted yesterday in the Local Government Elections for Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter.

Santa continues annual Lollyrun (Full Schedule)

BY ALEX TIGANI

Santa Claus has been spotted around Singleton this week and will continue participating in the Singleton 444 Fire and Rescue station’s 17th annual Christmas Lollyrun.

Voting Numbers after December 9 Count in Local Government Elections

Sue Moore continues to lead the count in the Mayoral Election in Singleton.

Road to Bathurst

BY ALEX TIGANI

Singleton all-rounder Alex Stafa hopes to represent Central Northern in this year’s Country Colts championships.

Top honour for Singleton Track and Field Club

BY ALEX TIGANI

Singleton’s Hilary Kennedy was sitting at home after a long day’s work when she received a surprise social media notification.

Voting Numbers after December 8 Count in Local Government Elections

Sue Moore continues to lead the count in the Mayoral Election in Singleton.

One step at a time for Swifts Academy star

BY ALEX TIGANI

Singleton’s Claire Kowald has never had a specific goal in netball.

Strikers welcome new coaches

BY ALEX TIGANI

Incoming Singleton Strikers Mick Jarvis and Julia Weir have only just met.

Two honours for Knights’ rising star

BY ALEX TIGANI

There’s a common trend with Singleton’s Sophie Clancy.

Roosters recognised at club awards ceremony

BY ALEX TIGANI

Not even a cancelled AFL Hunter Central Coast season could damper the spirits of the Singleton Roosters in 2021.

Croquet Trophy in Honour of Bob Moore

BY ALEX TIGANI

Bob Moore was a regular at the Saturday Howe Park Croquet Club competition in Singleton and his passing earlier this year was a significant loss to those who had played for many years alongside him.

Denman extends coaching panel

BY ALEX TIGANI

The Denman Devils were the latest Group 21 club to bolster their coaching stocks.

Cooper claims club title

BY ALEX TIGANI

The Singleton Ladies Golf Club celebrated their annual presentation night on Monday.

All Eyes on the River

BY DI SNEDDON

Consistent, solid rainfalls over the past few days has seen lower level flooding across the Upper Hunter.

Plant makes triathlon debut

BY ALEX TIGANI

Many footballers are counting down until the return of their clubs’ pre-season training.

Vesper commences summer tour

BY ALEX TIGANI

Singleton golfer Jasmine Vesper has commenced her busy summer schedule this week.

Junior Bulls ready to return

BY ALEX TIGANI

Incoming Singleton Bulls’ junior president David Page is one of many sporting leaders in the Upper Hunter preparing for an exciting 2022 season.

Virtual awards for netball association

BY ALEX TIGANI

The Singleton Netball Association held its virtual awards ceremony last month.

Upgrades for Singleton PCYC boxing facility

BY ALEX TIGANI

Singleton PCYC manager Dave Andrews was all smiles last week following the announcement of upgrades to his centre’s boxing ring.

Eventful 48 hours for Singleton SES

BY ALEX TIGANI

Three flood rescues were amongst the 17 requests received by the Singleton SES since Wednesday evening.

Barton ready to lead the Roosters

BY ALEX TIGANI

Returning Singleton Rooster Neil Barton has been unveiled as the club’s first grade coach ahead of the 2022 AFL Hunter Central Coast season.

Ewbank Begins New Life

BY DI SNEDDON

Not much happens around Singleton that John Cromwell doesn’t know about but even he was pleasantly surprised to see the scaffolding removed from Ewbank last week.

Ewbank Finally Sheds its Scaffolding

BY DI SNEDDON

When people started saying the scaffolding was coming down last week everyone in Singleton, and those travelling through town, knew exactly what building they were talking about.

One Month Before We All Vote

Today, Thursday, the ballot draw from Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter Local Government Elections were held at the Returning Office in Muswellbrook.
See who placed where on the lists.

Lost, found and victorious

BY ALEX TIGANI

Singleton’s Meghann Coffey made history this month after completing the ‘Delirious W.E.S.T. (Western Endurance Scenic Trail) 200 Miler’ in Western Australia.

Eventful month for F45 Singleton

BY ALEX TIGANI

F45 Singleton will be holding a charity day to raise money and awareness for breast cancer this Saturday.

Nominations open for local council elections

Nominations are now open for candidates who plan to contest the NSW Local Government elections and will close at 12 noon on Wednesday, November 3 2021.

Maytom lands in North Sydney squad

BY ALEX TIGANI

Former Singleton Greyhound Cooper Maytom has been named in the North Sydney Bears SG Ball summer series squad.

2021 Singleton Golf Club Championship (Photo Gallery)

Yet to grab our latest edition of The Hunter River Times?

Be sure to grab a copy for our feature stories and results from this month’s Singleton Golf Club Championships.

World Polio Day close to Kevin’s heart

BY ALEX TIGANI

This Sunday, October 24 marks World Polio Day.

Former Greyhounds head to the Knights

BY ALEX TIGANI

Singleton’s Phoebe Desmond was selected in the inaugural Newcastle Knights NRLW squad last week.

Op Shop Shares the Love

BY DI SNEDDON

Since it first began back in 1987, Singleton Op Shop has generously shared its profits with the community.

House destroyed near Singleton

Emergency services responded to reports of a house well alight […]

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.

Slade grateful for his Singleton journey

BY ALEX TIGANI

Brendan Slade has called time on his coaching tenure with the Singleton Strikers after two memorable seasons.

From Broke to Knights’ life member

BY ALEX TIGANI

Former Singleton Greyhound Steve Simpson, 42, was honoured by the Newcastle Knights last month.

Charges over 2005 death of Singleton toddler

Via NSW Police Media Detectives investigating the death of a […]

Greyhounds re-sign mentors for 2022

BY ALEX TIGANI

Mark Newman and Gary Gardner have extended their coaching tenure with the Singleton Greyhounds.

Old Home Finds New Love

BY DI SNEDDON

This story has been an absolute privilege to write.

Truth Behind National Vehicle Shortage

Lancaster Motor Group dealer principal Mark Lancaster reveals the main cause for a nationwide vehicle shortage.

A passion to play

BY ALEX TIGANI

You can’t help but admire the story of the Melbourne Demons.

Federal Seat Set for a Shake-Up

Joel Fitzgibbon pictured in Bridge Street Muswellbrook.

Brayshaw prepares for the big stage

BY ALEX TIGANI

There have been an endless number of inspiring stories in the lead up to this Saturday’s AFL grand final.