A VIBRANT celebration of local creativity is taking over MAKE/SPACE Port Central this March, with FILL IT bringing together 25 artists from across the Mid North Coast. The community exhibition is open to the public from Tuesday 24 March to Wednesday 1 April. Skye Petho, Programs and Partnerships Manager with Arts Mid North Coast said, […]
Dynamic Duo, Troy Boese and Harriet Crowley celebrate the successful catch and release of a magnificent sailfish over the weekend.
Dynamic Duo, Troy Boese and Harriet Crowley celebrate the successful catch and release of a magnificent sailfish over the weekend. Local anglers Finn and Thomas with a sailfish landed during the peak of the recent offshore activity. THIS weekend’s forecast is looking supreme, with the moon and tides aligning perfectly for some hot fishing action. […]
A selection of the artworks that will be on display between 3-6 April at the WBHSLSC. Photos: supplied, ‘Bonny Hills Artists’. A selection of the artworks that will be on display between 3-6 April at the WBHSLSC. Photos: supplied, ‘Bonny Hills Artists’. A selection of the artworks that will be on display between 3-6 April […]
IT’S been a busy week across our local waterways, with the best results coming from those sticking to the rivers or finding the warm water offshore. From the Camden Haven up to the Macleay, here is what’s biting. In the Macleay River region, bream populations remain healthy and active. Anglers working lures around rocky ledges […]
MNCHOG Treasurer Chrissy Lewis presenting the funds to Gai Newman of Pete's Place.
OVER 40 Mid North Coast motorcyclists joined the annual Charity Dice Run on Sunday 21 February. Hosted by the Mid North Coast Harley Owners Group (MNCHOG), riders gathered at either the northern starting point in Coffs Harbour or the southern set-off park in Port Macquarie. The funds were split 50/50 between St Vincents de Paul’s […]
IT is a tough week for our local fishing family following the news that Ned Kelly’s Bait n Tackle in Port Macquarie was broken into last weekend. The intruder caused significant damage to the shop fittings and walked away with a fair amount of stock. Bryce has poured incredible time and effort into this business, […]
The Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra. Photo: Robert Catto.
“FIRST Light” refers to music illuminated by the sunrise and it is about to be performed in Port Macquarie by principal musicians of the Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra. They are part of a larger orchestra of 40 to 50 Australian musicians, with occasional guest performers from Europe. The orchestra was formed in 2013 and […]
I SPENT the weekend down at Nelson Bay for the 2026 Garmin Billfish Shootout, and man, what an event. With over 100 boats hitting the water, the atmosphere was unreal and it was easily one of the best tournaments I’ve seen in a while. It was also great to see some of our local Port […]
IF you’re looking for calmer waters this week, the local wharfs and river mouths are the go-to spots for bream. However, the real standout has been the flathead fishing, it’s been nothing short of exceptional. Local anglers are landing impressive catches near Pelican Island and the Limeburners Creek entrance. For the best results, try using […]
The ‘Open to all Motorcyclists and Riders, Charity Dice Run’ takes place on Saturday 21 February.
The ‘Open to all Motorcyclists and Riders, Charity Dice Run’ takes place on Saturday 21 February. The ‘Open to all Motorcyclists and Riders, Charity Dice Run’ takes place on Saturday 21 February. WITH dozens of motorcyclists riding in the Mid North Coast Charity Dice Run on Saturday 21 February, organisers are hoping for clement weather. […]
