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Pig races return in annual tradition By Thomas O'KEEFE TROTTERS united for the latest prestige-laden thoroughbred pig races, held at the Tea Gardens Country Club on Easter Saturday to benefit multiple local sporting groups. Windy, cool and cloudy weather drove tourists from the beaches to the piggies’ racetrack, an extra treat after many avoided eating meat on Good Friday night before. The Country Club did not disappoint, with live acts, food and the all-important novelty of thoroughbred pig racing once again, this year augmented by the selection of two local kids
q Members of the TGHN SLSC and Tea Gardens Soccer Club at the pig races. Photo: Shannon Richmond.
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Council supporting businesses to get eco-certified
MIDCOAST Council is currently sponsoring local tourism businesses to
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Three local tourism operators were supported through the process in 2025.
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