November 2, 2026
FISHING: Positive signs for spring fishing on Mid North Coast
Fishing

FISHING: Positive signs for spring fishing on Mid North Coast

SPRING fishing has been a mixed bag this year, with changeable weather making conditions challenging at times. However, signs of improvement are emerging, with water temperatures gradually warming and water clarity starting to improve in several areas. With November approaching, anglers will be hoping for more settled conditions and plenty of opportunities to get out […]

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First-time market offers second-chance clothes
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First-time market offers second-chance clothes

Steph McMahon. Donna-Jane Wilson. “YOU never knew you needed it – until you see it.” That’s the philosophy of Steph McMahon, one of the women behind the first Wear It Again Market, which will be held at Laurieton Services Club on October 18. The market came about when Ms McMahon and friend Donna-Jane Wilson decided […]

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Port welcomes 9500 Ironman visitors and the event’s $11m economic injection More than 3000 athletes will race in Port Macquarie this weekend. Photo: Korupt Vision.
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Port welcomes 9500 Ironman visitors and the event’s $11m economic injection

More than 3000 athletes will race in Port Macquarie this weekend. Photo: Korupt Vision. Ironman competitors begin Sunday’s race with a 1.9km swim leg. Photo: Korupt Vision. PORT Macquarie is preparing for its biggest annual sporting event this Sunday when 3000 athletes will run, swim and pedal for honours in the 2026 Ironman 70.3. This […]

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FISHING: Return of FADs signals offshore season under way
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FISHING: Return of FADs signals offshore season under way

A Fish Aggregating Device in open water. FADs are man-made structures placed in the ocean to attract schools of pelagic fish. Photo: Supplied by Kate Shelton. This table shows the location coordinates of local FADs. Information supplied by Kate Shelton. WITH the warmer months approaching, Fisheries Aggregating Devices (FADs) have once again been placed along […]

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609 Ocean Drive North Haven is on the market with One Agency North Haven
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609 Ocean Drive North Haven is on the market with One Agency North Haven

609 Ocean Drive, North HavenPrice guide $875,000 to $925,000 LOCATED in the centre of North Haven’s busy shopping strip, this property offers an opportunity to secure a CBD position with both commercial and residential potential. The approximately 140 sqm street-level shopfront is currently set up as a professional workspace, with reception, meeting room, multiple offices, […]

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FISHING: Yellowfin action a Spring highlight
Fishing

FISHING: Yellowfin action a Spring highlight

THE upcoming long weekend is shaping up to be a challenging one for anglers, with strong north-easterly winds forecast across the Mid North Coast. While the weather may limit offshore and exposed rock fishing opportunities, there should still be a few options for those looking to wet a line when conditions allow. With the warmer […]

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