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CSU searching for business and community partners needing free IT solutions

PORT Macquarie-based Senior Computing Lecturer Dr Arash Mahboubi is searching for community groups and businesses with IT problems to solve. His Charles Sturt University (CSU) students have just delivered 3500 hours of free IT solutions as part of the capstone unit of their Bachelor of Computer Science (Software Development). These solutions, which were for organisations […]

Regional

Bank champions cultural opportunities for Mid North Coast students

YEAR 9 students at Kempsey High School (KHS) were treated to cultural experience at The Glasshouse in June, supported by funding from the Coastline Bank Community Foundation. The students were provided tickets to a performance of ‘Scenes from the Climate Era’ by Sydney’s Belvoir St Theatre. “The performance was deeply moving – exploring the political, […]

Regional

State’s ‘Take Off Fund’ a vital boost to aviation and regional tourism

THE NSW Tourism Association has applauded the launch of the $12.5 million NSW “Take Off Fund”, calling it a strategic investment that will help grow aviation capacity and fuel tourism-led economic development across the state. Natalie Godward, Chief Executive Officer of the NSW Tourism Association, said the new fund highlights the importance of air connectivity. […]

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Government, Health

Werin Medical Clinic’s $14m upgrade to help close the gap in Indigenous healthcare

Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan with Werin CEO Fay Adamson and Jill Wong. Photos: supplied. The Werin Aboriginal Corporation team celebrates the official start of work. An artist’s impression of the new Werin Medical Clinic. THE $14 million upgrade of the groundbreaking Werin Medical Clinic is underway following an official sod turning ceremony. Federal […]

Port Macquarie

Pod housing available for flood-affected farmers

ELIGIBLE primary producers impacted by the May floods can now apply for a “self-contained pod” on their property. Offered by the NSW Reconstruction Authority and the Commonwealth Government, the pods are designed for use in rural environments, and are equipped with generators and water tanks, allowing them to operate independently of existing utilities and infrastructure. […]

Entertainment

Chinese hypnotist inviting believers and sceptics to become the stars of his Glasshouse show

SCEPTICS and believers alike are in for a treat this August as the “Chinese Hypnotist”, Haiming Jiang, brings his hilariously enchanting show to the Glasshouse. Blending comedy, hypnosis and education – all within a safe and meaningful space – Haiming guarantees that the show will not only make attendees laugh but allow them to take […]

Opinion

Wet and wild forecast can’t dampen the fishing spirit

LAST weekend, I finally got to head to sea off Port Macquarie since giving birth to my baby in March. I had a great time even though fishing was a bit quiet. Unfortunately, the weather is looking wet and wild for the upcoming weekend, with heavy rain and large swell in the forecast. This weekend […]

Local News

Ratepayers have new way to pay

PORT Macquarie Hastings Council (PMHC) has launched a new payment platform to give ratepayers flexibility and control over rates and water payments. Called “Payble”, the platform allows property owners to pay in full before the due date or split their bills into weekly, fortnightly or monthly payments. SMS and email reminders can be set up […]

Sport

Rubiee Coughlin,14, makes Newcastle Knights development squad

FOURTEEN-year-old Rubiee Coughlin has come one step closer to her dream of playing in the NRLW after being selected as part of the Newcastle Knights U14-17s Girls Junior Development Squad. The Port Macquarie Sharks Rugby League junior was attending her last training session with the professional club when a Knights trainer told her the news. […]