Broughton Island holds many secrets. Photo: Supplied by John ‘Stinker’ Clarke.
Broughton Island wonderland
“I HAVE just returned from a fantastic overseas holiday where the weather was perfect and the fishing excellent. Magnificent scenery and a fascinating local history. Travel time by boat around about 40 minutes from the entrance to Port Stephens. “Broughton Island is an absolute wonderland with high peaks rolling down to long golden beaches. The […]
The State Government says locals value recreation and conservation in the GKNP. Photo: Environment NSW.
Community wants recreation and conservation in GKNP according to report
THE State Government has released a report that indicates recreation and conservation are significant priorities for the community for the proposed Great Koala National Park (GKNP). The ‘What We Heard’ report summarises feedback from members of the public about how they currently use the area, and what they envisage for the park in the future. […]
Historic Allman Hill Burial Ground holds more secrets than first thought
A GROUND-penetrating radar survey at Port Macquarie’s historic Allman Hill Burial Ground could reshape understanding of the town’s earliest colonial years, with researchers hoping to reveal the true extent of the forgotten cemetery. The survey, being undertaken by University of New England Professors David Andrew Roberts and Martin Gibbs, will examine the site without disturbing […]
The damaged home where a woman died from injuries after escaping a fire that gutted an apartment. Photo: Andrew Stafford, AAP.
Fire and Rescue NSW urges winter fire safety after two deaths in one week
WINTER has claimed two more lives in separate house fires, prompting Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) to issue an urgent reminder for residents to check smoke alarms and take extra care with heating appliances. Two people, both believed to have been in their 70s, died in separate residential fires within five days of each other. […]
The revised concessional registration rules now use the Australian Taxation Office's definition of a primary producer. Image: magnific.
NSW Farmers welcome improved primary producer vehicle registration concessions
STATE farmers will benefit from simpler vehicle registration rules after changes to primary producer concessional registrations came into effect on 1 July. NSW Farmers welcomed the updated eligibility requirements, which replace the previous 50 per cent primary production income rule introduced in 2021. The organisation said the former rule created barriers for genuine farming businesses […]
Members of the Rotary Club of Laurieton at the culmination of the sale. Photo: Rachael Thorpe.
Laurieton Rotary Club’s annual Winter Book Sale a ripper success
Members of the Rotary Club of Laurieton at the culmination of the sale. Photo: Rachael Thorpe. Camden Haven SES members lend a hand to move boxes of books. Photo: Rachael Thorpe. THE Rotary Club of Laurieton’s annual Winter Book Sale finished on Sunday, and book coordinator Philip Town was delighted with the response. During the […]
Parishioners venerating the relics of Saint Carlo Acutis.
A saint in our times – Carlo Acutis relics and exhibition visit St Agnes’ Catholic Parish in Port Macquarie
St Agnes’ Catholic Parish welcomes Saint Carlo Acutis. Photos: Pauline Cain The relic (on the left) is a small section of Carlo’s pericardium, while the smaller relic is of Carlo’s hair. Parishioners venerating the relics of Saint Carlo Acutis. RELICS of Saint Carlo Acutis were part of a visit at St Agnes’ Catholic Parish on […]
Blokes Coffee Time at Agostina’s Cafe in Port Macquarie.
Conversation and camaraderie through Port Macquarie’s Blokes Coffee Time
BLOKES Coffee Time was founded on 3 February 2021 at Sea Acres Rainforest Café, Port Macquarie.Ten men attended that first meet-up. At the most recent gathering, on Wednesday 8 July at Agostina’s Cafe in William Street, there were three dozen. There was lots of warm conversation and camaraderie and the sound of male voices filled […]
Finding purpose beyond dementia
LYNNY Murphy has been living in the Camden Haven for 30 years. She plays bocce, indoor bowls and cards, and surrounds herself with positive people at every opportunity. Eating well, gardening, socialising and laughing as much as possible are important facets of her everyday life, and she is adamant that she is much more than […]
