April 23, 2026
Pope Leo XIV’s election celebrated across Australia, including the Mid North Coast Pope Leo XIV's first address from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica: Photo: Diocese of Lismore.
National

Pope Leo XIV’s election celebrated across Australia, including the Mid North Coast

THE Australian Catholic Bishops Conference (ACBC) has welcomed the historic election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the new Pope, who will now be known as Pope Leo XIV. Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB, President of the ACBC, extended his congratulations on behalf of the Church in Australia. “The Catholic Church in Australia assures Pope Leo […]

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Event and community funding announced Council has announced 22 recipients of its Major Events and Community Grants program. Photo: PMHC FB.
Local News

Event and community funding announced

PORT Macquarie-Hastings Council has allocated almost $75,000 to local organisations through its Major Events and Community Grants programs. “These grants reflect our commitment to supporting the people and organisations who enrich our communities, promote cultural expression, and contribute to our growing local economy,” Mayor Adam Roberts said. “By supporting both grassroots initiatives and large-scale events, […]

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Government funding to fast-track more than 1800 new homes in Port Macquarie Council is looking to ‘unlock’ housing across the LGA. Photo: Matthew Doyle.
Government, Regional

Government funding to fast-track more than 1800 new homes in Port Macquarie

MORE than 1800 new homes are to be fast-tracked across the Port Macquarie-Hastings following a major investment in housing and planning by the Minns Government. Council will receive $200,000 through round three of the NSW Regional Housing Strategic Planning Fund for its “Port Macquarie planning control review to unlock housing”. The funding will support the […]

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State awards to recognise emergency services volunteers
Community, Government, Regional

State awards to recognise emergency services volunteers

EMERGENCY services volunteers will be recognised for the first time in the 2025 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards. The Centre for Volunteering added this seventh category to its annual celebration, following the announcement in March of the Premier’s Flood Emergency Citation. The citation ensures that the unique and vital contributions of emergency responders and […]

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Digital concerts celebrate Mid North Coast artists Apocalypse Joe and the Coyote.
Entertainment

Digital concerts celebrate Mid North Coast artists

ARTS Mid North Coast has announced the launch of a series of MiNi (digital) Concerts, as a celebration of the incredible musical talent emerging from the region. Delivered in partnership with MusicNSW, MiNi (digital) Concerts is an online music series that offers local artists both a platform to reach wider audiences and a professional development […]

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Tweed Seagulls swoop for Laurieton league star Jayme Averillo Jayme Averillo on the attack for the Laurieton Singrays. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography.
Sport

Tweed Seagulls swoop for Laurieton league star Jayme Averillo

Jayme Averillo on the attack for the Laurieton Singrays. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Jayme Averillo crossing the tryline on grand final day for the Stingrays. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Jayme Averillo wrapping up the opposition during the 2024 grand final match. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. OFF the back of a premiership winning season with the Laurieton Hotel Stingrays, […]

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Camden Haven U14s rugby league team comes from behind to snatch victory The CHHS U14 rugby league team. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography.
Sport

Camden Haven U14s rugby league team comes from behind to snatch victory

The CHHS U14 rugby league team. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Darby Moore on his way to the tryline. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Camden Haven guard their lead. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. THE Camden Haven High School (CHSS) U14 rugby league side showcased tremendous fighting spirit to snatch a thrilling 26-20 victory over Hastings Secondary College (HSC) in the […]

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10 Unique Close, Camden Head is on the market with Professional Laurieton
Property

10 Unique Close, Camden Head is on the market with Professional Laurieton

10 Unique Close, Camden Head PROFESSIONALS Laurieton presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Camden Head’s most sought-after locations. This long-established residence, while in original condition, has been well maintained, offering a solid foundation for its next owner. Positioned at the top end of a quiet, elevated cul-de-sac, this home is just 150 metres from […]

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The Big Screen
Film

The Big Screen

LAST Breath is really going to test the limits for those of you who suffer from claustrophobia, but this survival thriller, based on a true story, is well worth checking out. A fictional retelling of the same story that director Alex Parkinson had already covered in his 2019 documentary of the same name, the story […]

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