Tag: Forster
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WATER SAFETY WARNINGS AS DROWNING FIGURES INCREASE
It’s been a wet summer, so it’s understandable that swimmers are continuing to make the most of our beaches and waterways. But they need to take care, with a huge increase in the number of drowning deaths this year.
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NEW AMBULANCE STATIONS FOR OLD BAR AND FORSTER
Old Bar and Forster will receive new ambulance stations – as the state government upgrades rural infrastructure. It’s hoped they will improve response times and help save lives, as the population grows.
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MASTER FAY SHACKLOCK APPOINTED AS TAEKWONDO NATIONAL DIRECTOR
One of Forster’s own has been recognised after almost 40 years of devotion to the sport of taekwondo. Master Fay Shacklock has been appointed National Director in the Australian Hall of Fame.
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CAFE AT FORSTER OPENS DOORS AFTER COVID-19 SCARE
People are returning to the streets of Forster following the weekend’s COVID scare. Although visitors are cancelling their trips to the Great Lakes – the spots are filling quickly.
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FORSTER SWIMMER RANKING IN AUSTRALIA’S TOP TEN AT MAJOR MEET
A Forster swimmer has raced his way to victory in his first competition meet since the start of the year. Nash Wilkes placing in the top ten in Australia at the National Opens.
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FOUR FORSTER SWIMMERS HEAD TO SENIOR STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
COVID-19 wasn’t going to stop four Forster swimmers from working towards a major competition in 2020. They’re heading to the senior state championships in Sydney this weekend – after weeks of heavy training.
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MANUFACTURING ISSUES FOR AN AWARD-WINNING DEVICE FROM FORSTER
Local stock manufactured overseas has drastically slowed over the past 6 months, leaving many companies in limbo. One of them being Ezi-Maid, which sells an award-winning device invented in Forster.
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GREAT LAKES CHEERLEADERS BRINGING A WHOLE NEW SKILL TO TOWN
American-style cheerleading has been in Australia for a while, but it’s taken its time reaching the Great Lakes. Now it’s here, Forster’s acrobats are proving they most certainly have what it takes.
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FORSTER SURF LIFESAVERS RECEIVE FUNDING FOR BRAND NEW CLUBHOUSE
Forster surf life savers have been campaigning for a new clubhouse for years and finally their wish has been granted. The club has received an extra $2-million to knock down its old headquarters and build a brand new facility.
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FORSTER TENNIS CLUB RECOGNISED FOR HOSTING NSW COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS
Forster tennis players have returned to the region’s courts for their first tournament in months. It comes as the club is recognised for its hosting abilities, receiving a state sports award for 2019’s country championships.