When a fire breaks out, farmers are often the first to respond. Photo: DPIE.
NSW NATIONALS MPs are calling on the NSW Government to immediately deliver its promised Farm Fire Fighting Vehicle scheme, months after the second of two trial periods ended. In January 2024 Labor committed to provide conditional registrations that would enable farmers to drive unregistered vehicles on public roads in an emergency, but is yet to […]
United Firefighters Union of Australia National Secretary Greg McConville, said the reports highlighted the urgency of the task ahead of policymakers. Photo: UFUA.
THE release of the “National Climate Risk Assessment” (NCRA) earlier this week has alarmed climate groups around the country. The assessment analyses 11 priority risks under three scenarios of 1.5°C, 2°C and 3°C warming. The 3°C warming by 2090 scenario includes warnings that heat-related deaths will rise by 444 percent in Sydney and 423 percent […]
Anne Kennedy from the Wauchope Bonsai Group.
THE Wauchope Bonsai Group hosted the annual Bonsai and Penjing Show at the Laurieton United Services Club (LUSC) from 13-14 September. The showcase included a stunning array of traditional and native bonsai and penjing plants, and demonstrations from experienced group members. Trees, pots and tools were also offered for sale. “Whether you’re a seasoned grower […]
The Opens 4 Goodear Constructions, known locally as 'The Mums'.
The Opens 4 Goodear Constructions, known locally as ‘The Mums’. Action from the Opens 4 grand final. ‘The Mums’ celebrate their win with supporters. The Port Macquarie courts were a ‘sea of yellow and black’ with local support. HASTINGS Valley Netball Association wrapped up another wet season Saturday, 6 September, with three Camden Haven teams […]
Locals join Stephanie Todd for the inaugural ride departing from Kew.
THE cycling club Better by Bicycle Port Macquarie has now turned its attention to the Camden Haven, launching fortnightly rides that highlight the area’s natural beauty. One of the key initiatives is “Tuesday Trails with Stephanie”. Led by Stephanie Todd, these outings currently range from Kendall to Dunbogan and as far south as Johns River, […]
The effects of the Black Summer’ bushfires: - an orange haze over Town Beach at 3:07pm on Friday 8 November 2019: Photo: Sis Higgins.
BUSHFIRE Survivors for Climate Action (BSCA) have spoken out following the release of the National Climate Risk Assessment (NCRA). The group is urging the Albanese Government to set a 2035 climate target strong enough to save lives. They are also calling for coal and gas corporations to pay a climate pollution levy to fund the […]
A “MINOR CHANGE” has been made to the design of the Harrington/Coopernook interchange ahead of the project’s progression to delivery. The Australian and NSW Governments are investing $60 million to build an interchange connecting Harrington and Coopernook roads, with an overpass over the Pacific Highway. Transport for NSW is continuing work on this project, designed […]
Club Fours Champions - Mick Ashford, Howard Burrows, Barrie Isaac and Dean Gemmell.
NEWSLETTER – 7th September, 2025 In Wednesday Social Bowls, Jeff Wylie, Ray Pantlin and Peter Ryan claimed first prize. The Runners Up were Steve Hall, Rooster Darcy and Nick Cooke. Voucher winners were Neil Dark, Phil Owen, Dave Jones and Chicka Thompson. The Friday Jackpot went off in the first week, with the winners being […]
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