Great Lakes Advocate

The Great Lakes Advocate is a weekly subscription-based newspaper catering to a regional audience of approximately 35,000 people. Each edition has a circulation of nearly 5,700 copies. Its main distribution area includes Forster and Tuncurry, with additional reach to Bulahdelah, Hallidays Point, Pacific Palms, and Nabiac.

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Putin, Trump still 'maybes' for Ukraine peace talks

2 days ago | greatlakesadvocate.com.au | Dmitry Antonov |Andrew Osborn

Donald Trump has urged Vladimir Putin to participate in peace talks with Ukraine. Photo: AP PHOTOUS President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin are still "maybes" for what could be the first direct peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv in years, after the Kremlin held off disclosing who would represent Russia. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
New rules for e-scooters, but no new speed limit for e-bikes

2 days ago | greatlakesadvocate.com.au | Jamieson Murphy

E-SCOOTERS are set to be restricted to a maximum of 20 kilometres an hour under a new state government proposal, however there will be no change to e-bike speed limits. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Mushroom expert gives evidence in Erin Patterson trial

3 days ago | greatlakesadvocate.com.au | Emily Woods

Erin Patterson is on trial for three murders and one attempted murder over a lunch at her home. Photo: James Ross/AAP PHOTOSPoisonous mushroom identification is fraught with challenges and toxicity is often determined after they are ingested, an expert has told Erin Patterson's triple-murder trial. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Screws tighten on Schwartz over lack of action on post office

3 days ago | greatlakesadvocate.com.au | Matt Carr |Matthew Kelly

Newcastle Post Office on Tuesday. Picture by Jonathan CarrollCity of Newcastle has signed off on a modified development application for the restoration of Newcastle Post Office. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Aboriginal voices sought for MidCoast Council group

4 days ago | greatlakesadvocate.com.au | Jeanene Duncan

MidCoast Council has extended an invitation to local first nations people to nominate for the Aboriginal Reference Group. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other in your areaThe reference group provides an opportunity for an Aboriginal voice to guide council on strategic decisions that affect the Indigenous community.
US, China hail 'constructive' Geneva trade talks

5 days ago | greatlakesadvocate.com.au | Emma Farge |John Revill

The talks mark the first time US and Chinese officials have met face-to-face to discuss the tariffs. Photo: AP PHOTOThe United States and China have ended high-stakes trade talks on a positive note, with US officials touting a "deal" to reduce the US trade deficit. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Bombers' Merrett cleared, stays eligible for Brownlow

5 days ago | greatlakesadvocate.com.au | Shayne Hope |Roger Vaughan

Essendon skipper Zach Merrett has been cleared of a high hit on Sydney's Nick Blakey. Photo: Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOSEssendon captain Zach Merrett remains in Brownlow Medal contention after he was cleared by the AFL over his high contact with Sydney's Nick Blakey. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Trump backs Putin's proposed peace talks with Ukraine

5 days ago | greatlakesadvocate.com.au | Marina Bobrova |Lidia Kelly

Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested restarting direct talks with Ukraine to end the war. Photo: AP PHOTORussian President Vladimir Putin has proposed direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, which he says should be aimed at bringing a durable peace, as US President Donald Trump welcomes the initiative. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
S.Korea's conservatives move to switch candidates

6 days ago | greatlakesadvocate.com.au | Kim Tong-Hyung

The conservatives want to go with Han Duck-soo instead of Kim Moon-soo in the election. Photo: AP PHOTOSouth Korea's embattled conservative party is taking the unprecedented step of nullifying its primary and replacing presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo with former prime minister Han Duck-soo, deepening internal turmoil before the June 3 presidential election. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Rugby clash: How much bigger could a record crowd in Newcastle have been?

6 days ago | greatlakesadvocate.com.au | Renee Valentine

Wallaroos v New Zealand Black Ferns at McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle on May 10, 2025. Pictures by Marina NeilNewcastle has set another women's sport attendance record but the 4529 crowd who turned out to watch world champions New Zealand beat the Wallaroos 38-12 at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday surely could have been much bigger if not for a clash with local codes. Subscribe now for unlimited access.