The winner of the Pastels and Drawings Prize 2025, ‘Koala’ by Sarah Spenser.
THIS coming January marks the fifth anniversary of the Bonny Hills Art Prize. The now annual exhibition will be held between Wednesday and Sunday, 7-11 January, at the St Agnes Parish’s Francis Retreat. Entry is open to artists on the Mid North Coast and organisers are expecting at least 400 entries and over 1000 visitors. […]
IT FEELS like the weather has completely bypassed Spring and launched right into full Summer conditions, and the fishing action is absolutely heating up across the Mid-North Coast. If these recent stellar, warm conditions hold, we are clearly in for an absolute cracker of a season. The water temperature is perfect, and the fish are […]
25 Bounty Ave, Lake CathiePrice: $960,000 – $995,0003 Bed, 2 Bath, 3 Car PERFECTLY positioned in a popular pocket of Lake Cathie, this beautifully maintained three bedroom residence combines comfort, space, and lifestyle in one appealing package. Set on a generous 649m2 block, the home offers a practical floor plan with multiple living zones and […]
Indi Garvey with her impressive 83.5kg striped marlin! Landing a fish of this size on a 10kg line is a phenomenal effort. Port Macquarie Game Fishing President Matt Hobbs with a striped marlin just before successfully tagging and releasing it. THE Macleay River remains a prime location for flathead enthusiasts, with reports of excellent catches […]
13 Boronia Crescent, North HavenPrice: $690,000 BUILT in the 1950s, one family has owned this property since 1969. The property is very original, with plenty of fibro and a lot of work needed, but offers an unrepeatable opportunity in an unsurpassed North Haven location. The 538 m2 level corner block is completely out of flood […]
THE fishing is heating up in the Hastings River. Bream are active, with good results coming from the breakwalls and Settlement Point using mullet strips and brined prawns. Flathead numbers are consistent, with anglers having success using lures and whitebait. For whiting, focus on Limeburners, Blackmans Point, and the back channel where surface lures are […]
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 […]
