Patrick Dale. Photo: Sweet Tooth Marshmallows.
SWEET Tooth Marshmallows, a growing name in artisan confectionery, has received national recognition after its Raspberry Marshmallows won a Bronze Medal at the Sydney Royal Fine Food Awards. The handcrafted treats are the creation of 14-year-old Patrick Dale, who has already made a mark in the gourmet food world with his modern take on the […]
Kelly Saidey, Suicide Prevention and Postvention Manager at Lifeline Mid Coast NSW with Kieren Dell, Regional Cinemas Australia CEO. Photo: supplied.
LOSING a child is a parent’s worst nightmare, but Regional Cinemas Australia CEO Kieren Dell has turned that pain into a passion. He’s helping raise much-needed funds for Lifeline through the annual “Reach for Help” event. After raising an impressive $16,000 in 2024 for Lifeline North Coast and Lifeline Mid Coast, “Reach for Help” is […]
3/68 Lord Street, Laurieton Open for inspection: 20 September 2025 at 10:30am – 11:00am NESTLED just one street back from the vibrant main street of Laurieton, this beautifully maintained villa offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and low-maintenance living. Whether you’re looking to downsize, invest, or settle into a peaceful coastal lifestyle, this property […]
Dog fun after the rain’ by Lindie Kolver. Taken after the big rains earlier in the year. Photo: supplied.
Dog fun after the rain’ by Lindie Kolver. Taken after the big rains earlier in the year. Photo: supplied. ‘Looking for ET’ by Trevor Mills. Taken during a trip to Parkes. Photo: supplied. HASTINGS Photography Group, based in Port Macquarie, is hosting an exhibition at Laurieton United Services Club (LUSC) this weekend, 19-21 September. Competition […]
Museum Curator Debbie Sommers accepting the inaugural History Week Award in Sydney. Photo: TWH Photography.
Museum Curator Debbie Sommers accepting the inaugural History Week Award in Sydney. Photo: TWH Photography. Visitors viewing the ‘Reflections’ exhibition at the Port Macquarie Museum. PORT Macquarie’s Historical Society has been named the inaugural recipient of the History Council of NSW History Week Award. The new award highlights the important work of grassroots organisations, often […]
Enzo Micallef had a fantastic weekend fishing with his dad, landing everything from mulloway to snapper. Enzo Micallef had a fantastic weekend fishing with his dad, landing everything from mulloway to snapper. A PORTION of the Port Macquarie northern breakwall has recently collapsed, and offshore boaters are advised to exercise extreme caution in the area. […]
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 […]
141 Scarborough Way, Dunbogan4 bed, 2 bath, 2 carPrice guide: $949,000 to $989,000 PICTURE this: morning walks along Dunbogan Beach, weekends spent exploring the Camden Haven River, and evenings entertaining friends while the sea breeze drifts through your alfresco space. At 141 Scarborough Way, life feels lighter, calmer, and effortlessly coastal. Positioned within the Ocean […]
IMAGINE waking one morning to find the sky torn open by a glowing fireball racing towards Earth. It sounds like science fiction, but it isn’t. Our planet sits in a cosmic shooting gallery. Asteroids and comets – leftovers from the birth of the solar system – cruise through space, and sometimes their paths cross ours. […]
PORT Macquarie’s Charlie O’Derry has secured his spot in the next stage of The Voice, winning his Battle Round performance on Sunday 7 September under the guidance of coach Kate Miller-Heidke. Charlie was paired against fellow contestant Brenton Kneen, a match-up that left him both nervous and inspired. “I honestly thought, ‘this might be the […]
