July 25, 2025
Bookmaking’s in the blood for Jo Borger ‘Bookie’ Jo Borger. Photo: Bill Harrow.
Community

Bookmaking’s in the blood for Jo Borger

LOCAL “bookie” Jo Borger has been fielding at the local horses for the past two years. Bookmaking is in her blood. Her Mum Kerrie was a bookie for 30 years and was the first female to be registered with the NSW Bookmakers’ Co-op. Jo remembers going to the races from the age of five. When […]

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Landcarers restore key habitats in Crowdy Bay National Park Volunteers have tirelessly worked to restore key habitats in Crowdy Bay National Park.
Community

Landcarers restore key habitats in Crowdy Bay National Park

A DEDICATED team of local landcare groups and volunteers has contributed more than $240,000 worth of labour towards the restoration of key habitats in Crowdy Bay National Park. Eighteen volunteers attended the National Parks Association’s (NPA) annual bush regeneration camp in June, coinciding with the conclusion of a four-year $127,000 grant from the NSW Environmental […]

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Heart of the Haven: Graham Lee
Community

Heart of the Haven: Graham Lee

DISINTERESTED in the limelight, Camden Haven’s Graham Lee spends his days quietly helping out his community. “I just want to get on with helping where I can,” he said humbly. Telling NOTA about his life’s journey, Graham reflects on an upbringing typical of the era. “I grew up in a family of six,” Graham said. […]

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Paddle and Pedal: Kendall Boatshed’s winter escape to Moonee Beach Moonee Beach near Coffs Harbour. Photo: Coffs Coast.
Community, Health

Paddle and Pedal: Kendall Boatshed’s winter escape to Moonee Beach

MEMBERS of the Kendall Boatshed kayaking group set off on their latest multi-day “away” paddle last month, this time heading north to the tranquil surrounds of Moonee Beach near Coffs Harbour. With kayaks, bikes, caravans and camping gear in tow, 20 paddlers set up base camp and gathered around the fire pit beneath a vivid […]

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Mid North Coast finalists named in Emergency Services Awards
Community

Mid North Coast finalists named in Emergency Services Awards

FIVE Mid North Coast rescuers have been named as finalists in the 2025 NSW Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards (RESCA), honouring their outstanding service and commitment to community safety. Announced by Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib at a special event at Parliament House, the awards recognise 28 finalists across NSW. The local finalists are: […]

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Local clubs fundraising to help dairy farmers’ flood recovery Local dairy farmer Tim Bale at the launch with Robert Dwyer MP and Panthers General Manager John Fearnley. Photo: supplied.
Community

Local clubs fundraising to help dairy farmers’ flood recovery

A GRASSROOTS fundraising campaign to support local dairy farmers devastated by recent floods, was launched on Monday 30 June by Member for Port Macquarie Robert Dwyer. “The recent severe flooding has had a devastating impact on our local communities, including the dairy farmers in the Manning and Hastings region,” he said. “These hardworking families are […]

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Grants up for grabs to boost community projects Hastings Valley Archery Club, a potential contender for a grant.
Community

Grants up for grabs to boost community projects

NOT-FOR-PROFITS schools and councils are being encouraged to apply for the NSW Government’s Infrastructure Grants program, which is now open and offering between $50,000 and $300,000 to fund community-focused projects. Member for Oxley Michael Kemp said the Clubgrants Category 3 Fund is an excellent opportunity to secure funding for projects that make a lasting impact […]

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