A MORNING dog walk turned into a wildlife emergency on Friday 27 June, when a local spotted a distressed flying fox suspended from a tree near the Lake Cathie foreshore. It was entangled in a fishing line with a hook lodged through its mouth and nose. The witness quickly called Wildlife Rescue. A concerned FAWNA […]
Andrew Dyson reeled in this remarkable 19kg cobia off the Camden Haven. He was targeting snapper with squid on 20lb line when this beauty took the bait.
THE Mid North Coast has been a bustling hub for anglers, offering a wide array of fishing opportunities despite recent rough conditions. The Camden Haven River continues to be a top spot for anglers. Rock fishing anglers have had mixed success targeting drummer, with Camden Head being a reliable location. Other nearby headlands are also […]
The freight industry is under growing pressure as it struggles to align with Australia’s sustainability targets. Photo: NSW Government.
Transport engineering expert, Dr Elnaz Irannezhad from UNSW’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The freight industry is under growing pressure as it struggles to align with Australia’s sustainability targets. Photo: NSW Government. FREIGHT is critical to Australia’s economy but a University of NSW (UON) expert is warning the industry is falling behind on the […]
Local dairy farmer Tim Bale at the launch with Robert Dwyer MP and Panthers General Manager John Fearnley. Photo: supplied.
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 […]
CHECK the mics and tune up the vocal chords – Australian Idol wants to hear from you Port Macquarie. The much-loved reality singing TV show has been uncovering some of the country’s most formidable musical geniuses since 2003 and, for the first time ever, Channel 7 wants to hear the incredible talent this region has […]
Ray Vasukinausori, Tarai Kubukawa and Semi Kubunavanua rolled up their sleeves to help rebuild lives and communities. Photo: supplied. Ray Vasukinausori and Tarai Kubukawa install new windows as they rebuild homes one frame at a time. Photo: supplied. SAMARITAN’S Purse officially wrapped-up more than 9000 hours of hands-on flood disaster response, on […]
Deputy Local Commander Garry Whitaker, Port Macquarie. Photos: supplied. Acting Deputy Operations Manager Natalie Boyd, Taree. Volunteer Lifesaver Georgia Gaddes, South West Rocks. Volunteer Lifesaver Taylah Moffitt, Crescent Head. Deputy Director Member Services Nicole Crowe, Camden Haven. FIVE Mid North Coast rescuers have been named as finalists in the 2025 NSW Rotary Emergency Services Community […]
Rookie of the Year Geoff Craig from Tacking Point SLSC and Mick Lang, newly inducted SLSMNC Life Member.
Rookie of the Year Geoff Craig from Tacking Point SLSC and Mick Lang, newly inducted SLSMNC Life Member. Members from Port Macquarie SLSC – Club of the Year. SLS NSW President Peter Agnew AM, Port Macquarie SLSC President Sara-Jane Oakeshott, Surf Lifesaver of the Year Andy O’Brien from Tacking Point SLSC and SLSMNC Branch President […]
ŽAŽA Semchyshyn, 15, recently competed at the Elevate Eisteddfod in Sydney, winning the Most Outstanding Performance in her age category (15-18yrs). It was for her contemporary vocal performance of Sarah Bareilles’ song, “She Used to Be Mine” from the musical “Waitress”. The eisteddfod focuses on self improvement and growth, offering workshops and industry support to […]
