Cressy Recreation Ground committee president Peter Goss reckons the footy field is in fine condition in readiness for the first match to be played there in 10 years on Saturday, June 15.
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Roll with soul: nostalgia driving Westbury skate revival
About 40 years ago at the height of the ’80s roller-skating craze, kids were skating in the Westbury Town Hall at the much-loved roller discos on a Friday night.
‘Big cat’ on night prowl, have you seen it?
Farmers are being warned to watch out for a big cat lurking on Illawarra Rd, between Carrick and Longford, following a sighting that caused a truck driver to stop in his tracks. Ray Brooks, of Ulverstone, a truck driver for Booth Transport, was on his way from the Quoiba base to Cascade Brewery in HobartContinue reading “‘Big cat’ on night prowl, have you seen it?”
Agfest a sunny success
The last day of Agfest did not disappoint with 24,128 people through the gate adding to figures of 17,362 on the Friday and 12,165 on the Thursday, an impressive total of 53,655 on three of the best weather days in memory.
Life of courage and luck
Ana Scarf returned to the family home of her childhood, Hagley House, on Sunday, and fulfilled a promise to herself and her brother to tell the world the story of their dad, a former resident of Longford and Hagley, who led an extraordinary life.
Spuds on the loose
Drivers are being warned to take caution on the Midland Highway after a spud spillage near Perth late this morning.
Tracing convict footsteps
In the shadows of the Convict Era, more than 12,000 women were transported to this island colony, each carrying tales of resilience and survival.
Handle with care: snake catcher conquers fears
It’s been another busy snake season for snake catcher Liv Dykstra.
Tour de Cure: cancer survivor hails medical hero
Fencing contractor Steven Griffiths didn’t hesitate when he had a chance to shake the hand of joint Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer in Campbell Town last week.
Truck run set to deliver
Cressy farmer and Tasmanian Truck Owners & Operators Association president Rob Bayles has been the driving force behind the annual charity Truck Run for a good chunk of its more than 40-year history.