April 9, 2026
Legal Hypothetical: Go for wool and come home shorn
Hypothetical

Legal Hypothetical: Go for wool and come home shorn

HARRY makes a will, leaving 50 percent of his estate to his eldest son, Steven. His other son, Robert receives just 15 percent and the rest of the estate is to be distributed amongst other family members and friends. When Harry passes away three years later, his estate is valued at $3 million. After Harry’s […]

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Weather forecast: A mixed bag ahead for fishing
Fishing

Weather forecast: A mixed bag ahead for fishing

LOOKING ahead into November, the long-term forecast suggests we may be settling into a stretch of average, unsettled weather. We may need to prepare for a few weeks of showers and persistent windy conditions. While this forecast may dampen some offshore plans, it often provides excellent conditions for estuary and freshwater action. It’s wise to […]

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Drawing clouds and coconuts: Why cartoonists never tire of the Pearly Gates and the Desert Island The Pearly Gates and the Desert Island are two of the most symbolic settings in the cartoon world.
Opinion

Drawing clouds and coconuts: Why cartoonists never tire of the Pearly Gates and the Desert Island

The Pearly Gates and the Desert Island are two of the most symbolic settings in the cartoon world. The Pearly Gates and the Desert Island are two of the most symbolic settings in the cartoon world. YOU would think that after decades, cartoonists would have wrung out every last drop of humour from two of […]

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‘On the couch’ with Jasminda
Jasminda's Advice

‘On the couch’ with Jasminda

DEAR Jasminda, I was recently being led to my medical appointment by a young intern when I accidentally broke wind. It was loud and it was pretty clear that I was the culprit. I am in my mid-fifties. I was mortified. Should I have said something to him? Brook S. Dear Brook, First of all, […]

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Historic Timbertown in Wauchope up for sale after nearly 50 years A collection of past photos of visitors to Timbertown. Photo: Facebook
Community

Historic Timbertown in Wauchope up for sale after nearly 50 years

Jaida from Forster assisting train driver David Waite. Photo: Facebook A collection of past photos of visitors to Timbertown. Photo: Facebook A collection of past photos of visitors to Timbertown. Photo: Facebook A collection of past photos of visitors to Timbertown. Photo: Facebook A collection of past photos of visitors to Timbertown. Photo: Facebook FOR […]

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Scarlett Women of the Camden Haven celebrate 20 years Kay Eccleston and Barbara Pole.
Community

Scarlett Women of the Camden Haven celebrate 20 years

Kay Eccleston and Barbara Pole. The Scarlett Women of the Camden Haven. THE Red Hat Society – Scarlett Women of the Camden Haven celebrated a special two-decade milestone on Monday, 20 October. The date marked 20 years since female golfers at Laurieton United Services Club decided to form a social women’s group, after Barbara Pole […]

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Wauchope Highland Gathering celebrates Scottish heritage with music, games and dance Log wrestling is always a highlight. Photo: supplied.
Entertainment, Event

Wauchope Highland Gathering celebrates Scottish heritage with music, games and dance

The inaugural event was a huge success. Photo: supplied. Log wrestling is always a highlight. Photo: supplied. The popular Highland Dancing. Photo: supplied. Dressing up is always fun. Photo: supplied. WAUCHOPE’S Highland Gathering will bring a day of Scottish celebration to the showground on Saturday, 8 November, starting at 9am. The event, now in its […]

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Halloween-themed Skate Jam coming to Lake Cathie
Sport

Halloween-themed Skate Jam coming to Lake Cathie

Skater Sam Saddleton. Peter Terp demonstrates his style. THE Port Macquarie and Camden Haven skate scene is gearing up for a Halloween-themed skate event at Lake Cathie Skate Park on Friday, 31 October. Running from 5pm until late, the Halloween Skate Jam has been organised by Curb Lordz Skate Supply, a grassroots project started by […]

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Infrastructure ‘key’ offers to unlock regional housing Planning Minister Paul Scully says the NSW government is supporting housing growth in the regions. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS.
Regional

Infrastructure ‘key’ offers to unlock regional housing

SOME regional Australians may get a reprieve from the housing crisis as councils are offered interest relief to build more drains, roads, and other infrastructure. Though many parts of regional Australia have ample residential land, it often isn’t ready for development due to a lack of funding and planning for critical infrastructure, a 2024 national […]

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