Category Archives: The Northern Midlands Courier

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.

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.

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?”

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.

Drivers are being warned to take caution on the Midland Highway after a spud spillage near Perth late this morning.

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.

It’s been another busy snake season for snake catcher Liv Dykstra.

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.

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.