Hunter Valley News
Friday, 3 February 2023
Clouds and rain no match for dedicated golfers
Alan Flanagan is congratulated by Vets vice captain Graham Turvey on winning the Vets' Stableford event at Murrurindi Golf Club on Tuesday, January 31, with 36 points. Picture supplied.
Graham Turvey • 2hrs ago
NSW Labor matches Coalition, saying 'no plan' to raise coal royalty rates
Idemitsu's Boggabri open-cut mine. The Japanese parent company has complained to the NSW government about its coal reservation scheme. Picture from Idemitsu
Ian Kirkwood
What's on
Groovin The Moo 2023 line-up unveiled
Kim Chappell and Lisa Rockman
CLOCKWISE: Amy Shark, Photo by AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts; Fatboy Slim, Picture by Yui Mok/PA Wire; Skepta Picture by AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts; Alt-J Picture by AAP Image/Supplied by Mushroom Group
Greater Northern Tigers set for first round of Laurie Daley and Andrew Johns Cup
Geoff Newling
Greater Northern Tigers U16s and U18s team. Photo supplied.
Wild weather ahead with snow expected in some parts
Anna Houlahan
A figure, shot from behind, walks through an alpine forest wearing cold weather gear. File picture.
Program for carers and people living with dementia comes to Hunter Valley
Government-funded, the Staying at Home dementia support program is free to participants and places are open for the Hunter Valley program at Lovedale on February 28 - March 2. File photo.
How to watch the rare 'green comet' whizzing past Earth
Illustration: Comet C 2022 E3 (ZTF) passes the planet earth. Picture by Shutterstock.
Anna Houlahan
Butcher shop with no staff: farmer TikToks all of the boxes in viral video
Jodie Bruton
Wolki Farms co-owner Jacob Wolki says his 24/7 self-service Lavington butchery resonated with a whole new audience when he posted his first video to the sharing platform TikTok on Sunday. Picture by Mark Jesser
'Dirty big holes' in valley of king coal
The front cover of John Drinan's book, The Sacrificial Valley. Picture supplied
Paul Maguire
State Matters | Dave Layzell MP
2023 Young Achiever of the Year Lachlan Fleming, Mayor Sue Moore and Citizen of the Year Mick McCardle. Photo Louise Nichols.
Regional seniors can apply for $250 prepaid travel card
2023 Young Achiever of the Year Lachlan Fleming, Mayor Sue Moore and Citizen of the Year Mick McCardle. Photo Louise Nichols.
Watch
Carjacking, pursuit charges confirmed against man accused of rampage
Anna Falkenmire
Police swarmed the Willow Tree truck stop south of Tamworth where the man was eventually arrested. Picture supplied
Mt Arthur Coal may be forced to close sooner than expected
Matthew Kelly
Turmoil after BHP hits back at domestic coal plan
Deputy Premier Paul Toole, right, with umbrella, at the Port of Newcastle yesterday. Mr Poole told media of a meeting with coal companies and the NSW Minerals Council that was held later in the day. He is pictured here with Lake Macquarie MP Greg Piper to hils left, and Upper Hunter Nationals MP Dave Layzell, beside Mr Piper. Picture by Max Mason-Hubers
Our Places
Fifty shades of fun: Colour Run set to brighten Park Run event
Muswellbrook's local Park Run organisers will host a free 1.7 kilometre Colour Run on February 11 from 11am at Karoola Park. Photo supplied.
Our People
'A celebration of diversity': Aberdeen students help build confidence in others
Lizzie Watkin
Students from St Joseph's High School in Aberdeen play host to dozens of community guests as part of an initiative called interACTs. Picture supplied.
Changing of the guard for Raine & Horne Muswellbrook
Raine & Horne Muswellbrook's owner and director Grant Jupe (on right) hands the reins over to Kurri Kurri's Carolyn Wallis-Tomlins and Ryan Mitchell. Photo supplied.
Record turnout at Aberdeen greens
The Upper Hunter Vets Golfers Association welcomes news members to join.
Count down starts for Autumn comp
Bruce "your shout" Webber (green) and Ken "no, it's your shout" McCartney (grey) arguing over who's going to pick up the ball. Picture supplied.
Adrian Barwick
Your guide to events in the Upper Hunter
Weather
Just call it Febrrrrruary because Perisher is covered in summer snow
Steve Evans, Victoria Lee • 2hrs ago
Perisher last week, snapped by a visitor, compared with snowfall overnight on Friday. Pictures supplied
Three masked men ransack home while pretending to be police officers
Janet Howie • 1hr ago
Police have released digital images of the suspects and a sketch of the false badges. Picture by Victoria Police

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National
Father released by police after boy's death in hot car
Police are investigating the death of a three-year-old boy, who was found inside a hot car. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
Sam McKeith • 1hr ago
Police seek five suspects in cross-border crime wave
Peter Brewer
Some members of the group are understood to have travelled up from Wagga Wagga, in the NSW central west. Pictures supplied
'Revolutionary' AI platform set to change how students, academics find research
Jay-Anna Mobbs • 15m ago
Bathurst native, Kieran Lindsay who created an AI-powered platform, AcademicID. Picture supplied
Sport
Clouds and rain no match for dedicated golfers
Alan Flanagan is congratulated by Vets vice captain Graham Turvey on winning the Vets' Stableford event at Murrurindi Golf Club on Tuesday, January 31, with 36 points. Picture supplied.
Graham Turvey • 2hrs ago
Greater Northern Tigers set for first round of Laurie Daley and Andrew Johns Cup
Geoff Newling
Greater Northern Tigers U16s and U18s team. Photo supplied.
Stuttgart progress in cup despite freak 48m own goal
Stuttgart's Konstantinos Mavropanos (r) scored a freak own goal from 48 metres in the German Cup. (AP PHOTO)

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PropertyReal Estate View
Changing of the guard for Raine & Horne Muswellbrook
Raine & Horne Muswellbrook's owner and director Grant Jupe (on right) hands the reins over to Kurri Kurri's Carolyn Wallis-Tomlins and Ryan Mitchell. Photo supplied.
Our Places
Muswellbrook predicted to become a property hot spot
Newsroom
Canstar's Rising Stars Report predicts that Muswellbrook will be in the top 10 hot spots in regional Australia to purchase property in 2023. Picture by Mathew Perry.
Antony Catalano's View Media Group acquires AD Group
AD Group co-founders Jordy Catalano and Tom Hywood. Picture supplied
What's On
Groovin The Moo 2023 line-up unveiled
What's on
CLOCKWISE: Amy Shark, Photo by AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts; Fatboy Slim, Picture by Yui Mok/PA Wire; Skepta Picture by AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts; Alt-J Picture by AAP Image/Supplied by Mushroom Group
Kim Chappell and Lisa Rockman
Dragons in Question Time and murders on The Block: what's next for Aussie TV?
B. R. Doherty
We've got some ideas on giving some streaming hits the 'Down Under' treatment.
Program for carers and people living with dementia comes to Hunter Valley
Government-funded, the Staying at Home dementia support program is free to participants and places are open for the Hunter Valley program at Lovedale on February 28 - March 2. File photo.
Recommended
Stay safe with gas appliances after flooding
To ensure your safety it's important to have a licensed gas technician check your gas systems and appliances after flooding. Picture supplied.
1hr ago
Tech gets an epic start to 2023 with Samsung's new Galaxy S23 Series launch
Ash Lieberman
The Galaxy S23 Series sets a new benchmark in mobile tech with exciting specs like Samsung's most advanced camera yet and enhanced graphics - perfect for gaming. Picture supplied
Five tech trends set to shape 2023
Ash Lieberman
An example of how the SmartThings app can connect with a multitude of devices. Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Picture supplied

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Community
Scamwatch: Planning on heading to a concert this year? Make sure your ticket is real
Do your research to ensure websites are safe and legitimate. Picture by: @Scamwatch_gov
State Matters | Dave Layzell MP
2023 Young Achiever of the Year Lachlan Fleming, Mayor Sue Moore and Citizen of the Year Mick McCardle. Photo Louise Nichols.
Regional seniors can apply for $250 prepaid travel card
2023 Young Achiever of the Year Lachlan Fleming, Mayor Sue Moore and Citizen of the Year Mick McCardle. Photo Louise Nichols.
Photos and Video
Stay safe with gas appliances after flooding
To ensure your safety it's important to have a licensed gas technician check your gas systems and appliances after flooding. Picture supplied.
1hr ago
Opinion
How does Chalmers' 'values-based capitalism' play in the surburbs?
Treasurer cops some flak but the government has bigger problems.
Michelle Grattan • 2hrs ago
Treasurer Jim Chalmers's 'values-based capitalism' doesn't exactly appeal to Ms and Mr Suburbs. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Weather
Just call it Febrrrrruary because Perisher is covered in summer snow
Steve Evans, Victoria Lee • 2hrs ago
Perisher last week, snapped by a visitor, compared with snowfall overnight on Friday. Pictures supplied
Comment
How does Chalmers' 'values-based capitalism' play in the surburbs?
Opinion
Treasurer Jim Chalmers's 'values-based capitalism' doesn't exactly appeal to Ms and Mr Suburbs. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Treasurer cops some flak but the government has bigger problems.
Michelle Grattan • 2hrs ago
Opinion
A classic case of democracy at work
Jenna Price
Kooyong MP Monique Ryan is being sued by a former staffer. Picture by Karleen Minney
Opinion
Having a baby was an absolute joy, but it shouldn't have cost a job offer
Fifty per cent of mothers say they have experienced pregnancy discrimination. Myself included.
Cameo Dalley
Fifty per cent of mothers say they have experienced some form of pregnancy discrimination. Picture Shutterstock
The endemic exploitation of migrant workers in Australia must stop
Opinion
The migration system offers no protection to temporary migrants, extending them a standing invitation to "go home" if things get tough. Picture Shutterstock
Sanmati Verma, Bassina Farbenblum, Laurie Berg, Matt Kunkel
Opinion
No reds under the bed, just a call for better capitalism
John Hanscombe
Broelman's view.
Opinion
Noel Pearson is playing a dangerous game in his suggestions about the Voice
"It's poppycock. It is an ugly proposition, and on one level it's just emotional blackmail."
Amanda Vanstone
Noel Pearson in Canberra this week. His comments around a failed Voice make for an ugly proposition, says Amanda Vanstone. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Opinion
Forget the no-fly zone, these critters are critical
John Hanscombe
Fiona Katauskas's view.

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Stories fromExplore
Book Now
Should you lock your suitcases or not when travelling?
Travel Insider
Sue Wallace • 24m ago
My Patch
The beauty of Bathurst and beyond
Amy Rees • 35m ago
The Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, one of many museums in Bathurst. Picture: Destination NSW
A foodie break by the ocean in NSW's Central Coast
Gayle Tomlinson • 1hr ago
Broken Bay Pearl Farm boat tour on the Hawkesbury River. Picture supplied.
Destination dining at its best: Van Bone, Tasmania
Hungry Traveller
Carla Grossetti • 1hr ago
Inside the Gilded Age: Is this America's most glamorous city?
Craig Tansley • 2hrs ago
Why you can fault Eurostar's London to Brussels journey
Mark Dapin • 2hrs ago
Is this Australia's best wellness retreat?
Natascha Mirosch • 2hrs ago
imaginative and generous
It's not just the wines that are turning heads at this Victorian winery
Akash Arora
Food at All Saints Estate winery's Kin restaurant.
Stories fromThe Senior
Racism, body image, Voice to Parliament and community drive Australians of the Year
2023 Senior Australian of the Year, Professor Tom Calma. Picture by NADC/Salty Dingo
From being made fun of for what they look like to systemic exclusion, this year's award recipients are genuinely fighting for inclusion and acceptance.
Ex-soldiers 'overwhelmed' by compo process
Sam McKeith
The mother of a veteran says he was bullied, discharged, and failed by doctors before his suicide.
Keep waiting says Centrelink chief as on hold times and dropouts dog the older Australians line
How long would you wait to get through to Centrelink on the phone?
Eileen Wood
Still waiting after all this time - government introduced changes increase Centrelink phone wait times. Picture Shutterstock

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Stories fromThe Land
Barnaby Joyce in Orange to win back heartland
2023 NSW Election: National Party Tony Mileto and Barnaby Joyce in Orange. Picture by Carla Freedman.
William Davis • 15m ago
Next crop of young women through to zone finals
Molly Wright • 2hrs ago
Molly Wright takes a break from the header during the 2022 harvest, Peak Hill. Picture supplied
Gilgandra to Coonamble rail line receives $24 million boost
Simon Chamberlain • 2hrs ago
A Port Kembla-bound Pacific National export wheat train. Picture by Leon Oberg
Australia Day 2023 Boorowa Community Landcare Group Awards
Recipients - Danny Flanery, Boorowa Community Landcare Group Australia Day Award 2023 - 'For long-standing commitment to supporting BCLG and improving biodiversity and resilience of his business through Landcare activities.' - Belinda Kelly, Boorowa Community Landcare Group Australia Day Award 2023 for 'Outstanding commitment to creating a climate resilient business and landscape through Landcare activities and for being a local advocate for threatened species in the Rugby area.' And presenters - Paul Cavanagh, Boorowa Community Landcare Group chairperson and Tom Reid , Boorowa Community Landcare Group vice-chair. Photo: BCLG supplied
Increased warnings after cases of blood parasite found in cattle
Mitchell Craig
Inverell vet Andrew Biddle is warning livestock farmers about the threat of the blood parasite theileria

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Life & Style
IEA says fossil fuel subsidies hurt adoption of renewables
The IEA says crude oil is the world's most subsidised fuel source. Picture by Shutterstock.
Sam Hollier
Eat this pudding and still lose weight
Luke Hines
Speedy self-saucing puddings. Picture supplied
Opinion
What it means to someone with an eating disorder to see Taryn Brumfitt named Australian of the Year
Amy Martin
Australian of the Year Taryn Brumfitt on the set of her documentary Embrace Kids. Picture Transmission Films
World
Suspected China 'spy balloon' flying over US: Pentagon
The Pentagon has been tracking a suspected Chinese spy balloon flying over the US for two days. (AP PHOTO)
Idrees Ali and Phil Stewart • 55m ago
Palestinians fire rockets, Israel aircraft hit Gaza
Nidal Al-Mughrabi • 2hrs ago
The latest exchange in Gaza follows a pattern that signals neither side is seeking wider conflict. (AP PHOTO)
Nasdaq, S&P 500 close higher on Meta bump, Fed lift
Lewis Krauskopf, Shreyashi Sanyal and Yohann M Cherian
Investors are still digesting the Fed's policy decision and comments from chairman Jerome Powell. (AP PHOTO)