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Fishing

Hooked On: From snapper to a surprise cobia

THE Mid North Coast has been a bustling hub for anglers, offering a wide array of fishing opportunities despite recent rough conditions. The Camden Haven River continues to be a top spot for anglers. Rock fishing anglers have had mixed success targeting drummer, with Camden Head being a reliable location. Other nearby headlands are also […]

Celebrating excellence in Mid North Coast surf lifesaving

SURF lifesavers on the Mid North Coast came together to celebrate the achievements of clubs and their members over the 2024/25 season on Saturday night. One-hundred volunteer lifesavers, sponsors and special guests attended the annual Newcastle Permanent Awards of Excellence for Surf Life Saving Mid North Coast (SLCMNC) at the South West Rocks SLSC. Represented […]

Local News

Local encouraged to tune-up as Australian Idol recruits in Port Macquarie for the first time

CHECK the mics and tune up the vocal chords – Australian Idol wants to hear from you. The much-loved reality singing TV show has been uncovering some of the country’s most formidable musical geniuses since 2003 and, for the first time ever, Channel 7 wants to hear the incredible talent this region has to offer. […]

Government

Mayor joins MPs in urging State Government to prioritise Oxley Highway upgrade

Traffic going around in circles at Wrights Road roundabout: Photo: Lindsay Moller. Bumper-to-bumper traffic on Oxley Highway. Photo: Lindsay Moller. Oxley MP Michael Kemp and Port Macquarie MP Rob Dwyer, discuss the push to prioritise the highway’s upgrade with Mayor Adam Roberts. Photo: supplied. PORT Macquarie-Hastings Mayor Adam Roberts has joined the renewed push for […]

Sport

Kendall Blues dominate on annual Andy Howe Memorial Day

Kendall’s Ben Webber trying to break through the Rays defence. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Stingrays player Brady Blackhall held up inches from the tryline. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Stingrays captain Cuban Piper with an offload. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. THE Kendall Blues claimed victory on the club’s annual Andy Howe Memorial Day, with a resounding 32-6 win against […]

Sport

Lake Cathie FC look ahead to State Cup

Lake Cathie team captain Olivia Mara. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Hayley Crowle, who secured her first A Grade goal for the season. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Freya Briggs challenges the opposition. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. FRESH from a resounding 4-0 victory over Wauchope on Saturday, Lake Cathie’s Women’s Northern League A Grade side is looking ahead to upcoming […]

Community

Local clubs fundraising to help dairy farmers’ flood recovery

A GRASSROOTS fundraising campaign to support local dairy farmers devastated by recent floods, was launched on Monday 30 June by Member for Port Macquarie Robert Dwyer. “The recent severe flooding has had a devastating impact on our local communities, including the dairy farmers in the Manning and Hastings region,” he said. “These hardworking families are […]

Community, Government

‘We won’t be forgotten’: Kempsey rally calls out flood recovery delays

FLOOD-AFFECTED communities of the Mid North Coast came together to rally for Category D disaster funding at Kempsey Racecourse on Sunday 29 June. Residents, farmers and business owners united in a call for urgent recovery support, including increased flood relief payments for primary producers from $25,000 to the maximum $75,000. A free community BBQ, provided […]

Printed Edition

Printed Edition 04 JULY 2025

Community

Grants up for grabs to boost community projects

NOT-FOR-PROFITS schools and councils are being encouraged to apply for the NSW Government’s Infrastructure Grants program, which is now open and offering between $50,000 and $300,000 to fund community-focused projects. Member for Oxley Michael Kemp said the Clubgrants Category 3 Fund is an excellent opportunity to secure funding for projects that make a lasting impact […]