April 26, 2026
‘Comeback’ exhibition of Bonny Hills Artists a success Member for Lyne Alison Penfold (second from left) was among the visitors watching artist Brian Barker in action. Photo: supplied.
Event

‘Comeback’ exhibition of Bonny Hills Artists a success

THE return of the “Bonny Hills Artists” to the Wauchope Bonny Hills Surf Club has been an “outstanding success”. More than 400 people visited the club over the Easter long weekend to view the works of Caroline Baker, Debbie Sarkoezy, Linda Lockyer, Brian Barker, Julie Mills, Jan Wilson, Karen Cornish, Rita Carosi, Graeme Cox, Sue […]

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Bream, Blue-eye and Black Marlin: A diverse week on the water Local legend: Indi Garvey celebrated this catch a few weeks ago, landing a black marlin off the Port Macquarie coast. Caught on 15kg line.
Fishing

Bream, Blue-eye and Black Marlin: A diverse week on the water

THE annual sea mullet migration is on the verge of beginning. While large schools are still holding in the river systems and don’t quite seem ready to spawn, the atmosphere on the coast is one of high anticipation. Local commercial fishing families, relying on decades of passed-down knowledge, are already prepping their nets and watching […]

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Documentary features Port Macquarie dancer Conor Bann-Murray Conor at front, auditioning at Brent Street with Arabella Meleo, Savannah Pillay and Jake Sergi. Photo: David Alrich, Perpetual Entertainment.
Entertainment, Film

Documentary features Port Macquarie dancer Conor Bann-Murray

YOUNG dancers dreaming of a career on the global stage are being reminded that no matter where you live, it is possible to make it. Local talent Conor Bann-Murray is currently appearing in the feature documentary Dance For Your Life, which hit cinemas nationwide on Thursday 2 April. The film follows 10 of Australia’s most […]

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31 St Lucia Pl, Bonny Hills is on the market with Beachscape Property
Property

31 St Lucia Pl, Bonny Hills is on the market with Beachscape Property

31 St Lucia Pl, Bonny Hills4 bed, 3 bath 2 car456m2 blockPrice:  $1,300,000 – $1,3500,000 NESTLED within the scenic beauty of Bonny Hills, this nearly-new, elegant residence offers a private sanctuary, enhanced by calming coastal breezes and elevated distant views of the mountains, ocean and coastline. From the moment you step inside, the open-plan living […]

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Marlin and mackerel fire up off Shelly Beach Young angler Hudson Roberts shows off his catches during a recent holiday to South West Rocks.
Fishing

Marlin and mackerel fire up off Shelly Beach

Young angler Hudson Roberts shows off his catches during a recent holiday to South West Rocks. Young angler Hudson Roberts shows off his catches during a recent holiday to South West Rocks. AS April approaches, the mornings are feeling cooler and we are experiencing some consistent southerly winds.  Along the North Haven breakwall this week, […]

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‘Bonny Hills Artists’ planning Easter comeback exhibition.
Event

‘Bonny Hills Artists’ planning Easter comeback exhibition.

A selection of the artworks that will be on display between 3-6 April at the WBHSLSC. Photos: supplied, ‘Bonny Hills Artists’. A selection of the artworks that will be on display between 3-6 April at the WBHSLSC. Photos: supplied, ‘Bonny Hills Artists’. A selection of the artworks that will be on display between 3-6 April […]

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1547 Ocean Drive, Lake Cathie is on the market with Beachscape Property
Property

1547 Ocean Drive, Lake Cathie is on the market with Beachscape Property

1547 Ocean Drive, Lake Cathie6 bed, 2 bath, 608m2 blockAuction: on site 28 March 2026 at 1:30pm OPPORTUNITY knocks in the heart of Lake Cathie. Set in a prime, walk-to-everything location, this property offers a four-bedroom main residence plus an approved two-bedroom granny flat – a dual-income or extended family configuration with serious upside. “Yes, […]

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175 Ivers Road, Kew is on the market with One Agency
Property

175 Ivers Road, Kew is on the market with One Agency

175 Ivers Road, Kew3 bed, 2 bath, 8 car Price guide: contact sales agent  SPANNING an extraordinary 118 acres, 175 Ivers Road is a property that marries rural serenity with modern living, set against some of the region’s most striking natural landscapes. Nestled at the base of North Brother Mountain, the estate enjoys sweeping vistas […]

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