DETECTIVES have charged a 78-year-old man following an investigation into alleged child sexual assaults that reportedly occurred more than 30 years ago on the Mid North Coast. In May, Mid North Coast Police District officers established Strike Force Franbach to investigate multiple reports of alleged historical sexual assaults alleged to have occurred between 1980 and […]
Principal Matt Cohen with student and mentor Eli Barber. Photo: Heritage Christian School.
Matt Cohen reports to his teacher. Photo: Heritage Christian School. Principal-turned-student and his classmate at work in the classroom. Photo: Heritage Christian School. Students enjoy lunch break with a new friend. Photo: Heritage Christian School. Principal Matt Cohen with student and mentor Eli Barber. Photo: Heritage Christian School. HERITAGE Christian School principal Matt Cohen recently […]
LEGISLATION giving law enforcement stronger powers to investigate and disrupt organised crime, and increasing penalties for those who facilitate serious offending, have passed NSW Parliament. The Crimes and Other Legislation Amendment (Further Organised Crime Reforms) Bill 2026 includes new powers for the NSW Crime Commission and NSW Police to combat organised crime. It also introduces […]
Members of the Port Macquarie tradie community gathered at Mitre 10 for an early-morning run followed by breakfast and conversation about looking after themselves and their mates. Photos: Supplied.
Members of the Port Macquarie tradie community gathered at Mitre 10 for an early-morning run followed by breakfast and conversation about looking after themselves and their mates. Photos: Supplied. Members of the Port Macquarie tradie community gathered at Mitre 10 for an early-morning run followed by breakfast and conversation about looking after themselves and their […]
A VISIT to the top of North Brother Mountain turned into a memorable family outing for Camden Haven residents, Jake and Cherie Thrash and their young daughters, who spotted a koala walking along the lookout. The koala appeared content to stay in view, giving the family time to watch it from a distance and talk […]
A COMMUNITY wellbeing clinic for older people on the Mid North Coast is a solution for improved independence, psychological health, and social wellbeing, Charles Sturt University researchers have found. Australians 65 and over make up approximately 17 per cent of the population, with a greater proportion living in regional areas. Dr Patricia Mackey, research team […]
The Raising of the Flags brought together volunteers from all eight Mid North Coast Branch clubs. Photo: Supplied.
THE red and yellow flags are back on our beaches, marking the start of the 2026–27 surf lifesaving season and a familiar sign that summer is on its way. For Camden Haven, the annual Raising of the Flags is a chance to recognise the volunteers who give their weekends and public holidays to help keep […]
Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock announces the decision to increase the cash rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4.6 per cent. Photo: Sarah Wilson/AAP Image.
MORTGAGE holders, home buyers and businesses that rely on discretionary spending are among those expected to feel the effects of this week’s Reserve Bank decision. The RBA increased the cash rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4.6 per cent on Tuesday. While the decision was made for the national economy, its effects will be felt […]
A Comb-crested Jacana at home in the Cattai Wetlands. Photo: MidCoast Council.
ONE of the Myall Coast’s most valued natural attractions, the Cattai Wetlands and its iconic boardwalk network, has reopened following an extended closure brought about by significant damage during the May 2025 flood event. Following the successful completion of repair works, the boardwalks are now safe and accessible, allowing residents and visitors to once again […]
The NSW Government says proposed amendments will benefit aquaculture businesses. Photo: Port Oyster Company, Facebook.
UNDER proposed amendments to the Fisheries Management Act 1994 before the NSW Parliament, aquaculture lease terms will double from 15 to 30 years, giving businesses greater certainty to invest, innovate and plan for the long term. These proposed changes will benefit 235 oyster aquaculture businesses, operating 2,421 aquaculture leases in 18 Local Government Areas along […]
