The Great Lakes Advocate

The Great Lakes Advocate The Great Lakes Advocate is a weekly paid publication serving a regional population of around 35,000.It has an average circulation of close to 5000 papers.

A reminder to users of this page we may use comments in our printed and online versions. The Great Lakes Advocate is a weekly paid publication serving a regional population of around 35,000. It has an average circulation of close to 5000 papers per edition. The prime circulation area covers Forster and Tuncurry, reaching out to Bulahdelah, Hallidays Point, Pacific Palms and Nabiac. The Advocate is

a parochial newspaper, and specialises in news and views as they affect our area. It seeks to inform readers on a broad range of matters, from council to court, and community to sports. It is also very involved in its community and sponsors many events and champions many causes. Every edition includes scores of photographs, news, social and sport.

A multi-agency search at Pacific Palms following reports of a 'body in the water' was called off last night, Thursday, J...
16/01/2025

A multi-agency search at Pacific Palms following reports of a 'body in the water' was called off last night, Thursday, January 16 due to darkness and dangerous surf conditions,

Body search at Blueys Beach suspended amid rough surf.

There's a distinct buzz of excitement reverberating across 'The Hangout' in Forster as 12 passionate and enthusiastic yo...
16/01/2025

There's a distinct buzz of excitement reverberating across 'The Hangout' in Forster as 12 passionate and enthusiastic youngsters prepare for what will be their 'trip of a lifetime.'

Great Lakes cheer team set for US competition.

Dementia Australia's largest annual fundraising event, Memory Walk & Jog, is heading back to Forster-Tuncurry to help ra...
16/01/2025

Dementia Australia's largest annual fundraising event, Memory Walk & Jog, is heading back to Forster-Tuncurry to help raise much-needed funds to support people living with dementia, their families and carers.

Dementia now the top killer in NSW: Help raise awareness

Great Lakes Womens Shelter has realised a long-term goal to collect one million cans and bottles. This mammoth achieveme...
16/01/2025

Great Lakes Womens Shelter has realised a long-term goal to collect one million cans and bottles. This mammoth achievement has resulted in a $100,000 windfall for the day-to-day operation of the shelter, which provides short-term emergency accommodation and case support for women and their children experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence.

One million containers collected to support the Great Lakes Womens Shelter

In preparation for the forecast wild weather, sandbags are available for the community from the Forster Pacific Palms SE...
15/01/2025

In preparation for the forecast wild weather, sandbags are available for the community from the Forster Pacific Palms SES unit's Grey Gum Road, Tuncurry headquarters.

Karuah River flood watch: Stay informed and safe.

NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is warning holidaymakers camping near rivers and creeks on the Central Coast, Mid Nort...
15/01/2025

NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is warning holidaymakers camping near rivers and creeks on the Central Coast, Mid North Coast and North Coast to prepare for severe weather.

Severe weather alert: NSW holiday hotspots on high alert.

Former Forster police officer, Ronald (Ron) Arthur Blyton was farewelled by family and friends at a service conducted by...
14/01/2025

Former Forster police officer, Ronald (Ron) Arthur Blyton was farewelled by family and friends at a service conducted by Great Lakes Funerals earlier this month, Monday, January 6.

Celebrated NSW police officer's legacy.

Marine Rescue's catchphrase, Volunteers Saving Lives on the Water, certainly lived up to its saying following a dramatic...
14/01/2025

Marine Rescue's catchphrase, Volunteers Saving Lives on the Water, certainly lived up to its saying following a dramatic, but successful rescue operation earlier this week in open waters off the Macquarie coastline.

Marine Rescue's heroic response saves 13 lives.

Throughout the year, television personality James Tobin (JT) is taking Weekend Sunrise on an adventure all around the co...
13/01/2025

Throughout the year, television personality James Tobin (JT) is taking Weekend Sunrise on an adventure all around the country. Last Saturday, January 11 Forster was the focus of the broadcast.

JT travels to Forster

A man was airlifted to John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle last Friday, January 10 after being struck by a motor vehicle in ...
12/01/2025

A man was airlifted to John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle last Friday, January 10 after being struck by a motor vehicle in Forster

Man airlifted to hospital after Forster vehicle incident

Three hotel employees have been charged over the alleged assault of a man at a licensed premises in Tuncurry last month.
10/01/2025

Three hotel employees have been charged over the alleged assault of a man at a licensed premises in Tuncurry last month.

Tuncurry licensed premises staff face assault charges.

The annual free Disability Fun Day will be held for one day at the Pink's Family Carnival, Tuncurry, next week. Get in t...
09/01/2025

The annual free Disability Fun Day will be held for one day at the Pink's Family Carnival, Tuncurry, next week. Get in touch with the organisers for more information.

Pink Family Carnival opens its gates for people with a disability.

Tuncurry Beach Bowling Club has had a long-time, shining reputation for its generosity throughout the community, support...
08/01/2025

Tuncurry Beach Bowling Club has had a long-time, shining reputation for its generosity throughout the community, supporting a range of groups and clubs in a range of approaches. The club has once again gone above and beyond, delivering heartfelt meals to families staying at the RM Family Retreat Forster.

Tuncurry Club brings community warmth with 'Meals from the Heart'.

MidCoast Council has paid tribute to former councillor, David Keegan, who died earlier this month.
08/01/2025

MidCoast Council has paid tribute to former councillor, David Keegan, who died earlier this month.

MidCoast Council honours late councillor David Keegan.

Almost perfect summer school holiday weather has provided keen anglers with the ideal opportunity to get outdoors, enjoy...
07/01/2025

Almost perfect summer school holiday weather has provided keen anglers with the ideal opportunity to get outdoors, enjoy the fresh air and reel in the one that never got away. Have you got a proud picture of your kids to share? Send it to [email protected]

Forster fishing fun: Young Ivy's first catch story.

A man appeared in Forster Local Court earlier today, Tuesday, January 7 after allegedly being caught with millions of do...
07/01/2025

A man appeared in Forster Local Court earlier today, Tuesday, January 7 after allegedly being caught with millions of dollars worth of illegal ci******es and vapes in a vehicle he was driving.

Forster court hears $3.2m in illegal vapes seized.

An investigation is underway after a man died following a motor vehicle accident at Bulahdelah earlier today, Tuesday, J...
07/01/2025

An investigation is underway after a man died following a motor vehicle accident at Bulahdelah earlier today, Tuesday, January 7.

Fatal crash investigation on Wootton Way, Bulahdelah.

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Matt Hogan and Mick Dormer from Port Sharks guests On the Bench, THERE'S an adage in rugby league that teams have to lose a grand final before they win one.

Mitch Collins, the captain-coach for the past three years, told this week's On The Bench segment that there has been considerable interest in the position. He said the club will meet soon after commitments for this season have concluded to make a decision.

Group Three board member Ellie Markezic is our guest, She's been around the game for most of her life and created history two years ago when she became the first woman appointed to the Group Three board. It's a role she enjoys and hopes to continue into the future.

Forster-Tuncurry's Robbie Payne this week's On The Bench guest, He told this week's On The Bench segment that he's pleased he didn't have to pull on the boots again

Club president Nigel Wallis is the guest today On The Bench. Wallis concedes this year hasn't gone as planned for the Bulls, with the reserve grade side the only grade still in line for a top five berth.

Matt Bridge has played in nine Krystylea Bridge Cup days against Taree City. Matt's only lost one game that is played in memory of his cousin Krystklea, back in 2017

In a wide-ranging interview, Mr Drury spoke about the possibility of starting the season earlier, the wet weather problems that have plagued the competition and Lake Cathie's continued involvement in the under 18s. Co-host Gary Bridge outlined plans for the August 10 Kristylea Bridge Cup day at Taree, Taree City's annual fund raiser for Manning Valley Can Assist.

Wauchope president Paul Walsh explains today On The Bench how the committee went about turning around the club's fortunes. He said re-connecting with the community and putting pride back into the Wauchope jumper were two major aspirations.

Mitch Collins is our guest this week, this is his third season in charge of the Tigers and as was the case in 2022 and 2023, he's sidelined with an injury to his left hand. Collins intends to continue playing next year and beyond.

OLD Bar Pirates co-captain-coach Jordan Worboys said back-to-back matches against competition leaders Port Macquarie will probably determine his side's minor premiership claims in this season's Group Three Rugby League competition.

TAREE'S Lucy Green shows talent at both rugby league and rugby union. The 20-year-old was good enough to represent Country under 18s in both codes, however, it's rugby league she's focused on now.

CAN the Pirates win without Jordan Worboys and Mick Henry? That's the question On The Bench co-host answered in this week's segment

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