THE Hastings River Orchid Society will stage a Mother’s Day orchid show on Sunday, 11 May at the Wauchope RSL Club. Running from 10am to 3pm, entry is by gold coin donation. Orchid Society Secretary Greg Elliott said the show’s sales table and display benches will have “something for everyone to admire”. “This year we […]
WELCOME to Port Macquarie Goss, a new NOTA feature where Dave “Scoop” Lazarus chats with local identities and celebrities. After a massive weekend in Port Macquarie that included a Federal election and the town’s annual IRONMAN races, we speak with iconic multi-sport commentator Pete “Muz” Murray. On Sunday, 2700 athletes competed in the gruelling UKG […]
Ryan Morris captured his first drummer which tipped the scales at a massive 3.5kg.
DESPITE the persistent rain that has plagued the region, some dedicated anglers have managed to find windows of opportunity this week. In the Hastings, bream fishing has been a highlight during these breaks in the weather, particularly at night when mullet strips have proven to be the most effective bait. Lure enthusiasts have also capitalised […]
For Rent21/3 Munster Street, Port Macquarie LOCATED on the top floor of the Tasman Towers building, this fully furnished penthouse apartment offers water views, a communal pool, and an unbeatable location. In the heart of town overlooking the breakwall, this apartment is available for a six to 12 month lease from 12 May 2025. The […]
LAST Breath is really going to test the limits for those of you who suffer from claustrophobia, but this survival thriller, based on a true story, is well worth checking out. A fictional retelling of the same story that director Alex Parkinson had already covered in his 2019 documentary of the same name, the story […]
PORT MACQUARIE has made a mark on the property map after being named in the state’s Top 10 for property sales in the first quarter of 2025. The newly released report reveals Port Macquarie and surrounds, as well as East Wagga Wagga, Tamworth and their surrounding towns, recorded some of the highest sales volumes across […]
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WELCOME to Port Macquarie Goss, a new regular NOTA feature from Dave “Scoop” Lazarus. Each instalment will feature a local mover and shaker, visiting celebrity or someone with an interesting story to tell. I have been involved in the entertainment industry for many years, and I have a little black book of showbiz types, sporting […]
COMMUNITY members are being invited to attend a special event in Wauchope on 12 May, to learn more about palliative care. Anthony Bui, Community Engagement Coordinator at Palliative Care NSW, will facilitate the event with the support of the local palliative care team. Participants will learn about advance care planning and how to find the […]
Bravehearts Mid North Coast chairperson Jenny Watts and Cassie Clark, playing the role of ‘Ditto’.
BRAVEHEARTS Mid North Coast volunteers are preparing for two major events in May and June. Bravehearts is an Australian child protection not-for-profit organisation, dedicated to the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse. The Mid North Coast branch was formed 10 years ago. “I get huge satisfaction knowing if we can stop just one child […]
