September 6, 2025
Digital concerts celebrate Mid North Coast artists Apocalypse Joe and the Coyote.
Entertainment

Digital concerts celebrate Mid North Coast artists

ARTS Mid North Coast has announced the launch of a series of MiNi (digital) Concerts, as a celebration of the incredible musical talent emerging from the region. Delivered in partnership with MusicNSW, MiNi (digital) Concerts is an online music series that offers local artists both a platform to reach wider audiences and a professional development […]

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Event and community funding announced Council has announced 22 recipients of its Major Events and Community Grants program. Photo: PMHC FB.
Community, Event

Event and community funding announced

PORT Macquarie-Hastings Council has allocated almost $75,000 to local organisations through its Major Events and Community Grants programs. “These grants reflect our commitment to supporting the people and organisations who enrich our communities, promote cultural expression, and contribute to our growing local economy,” Mayor Adam Roberts said. “By supporting both grassroots initiatives and large-scale events, […]

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Port Macquarie cyclists embrace ‘challenging’ ride for a cancer cure Sue Jogever and Melinda Cockshutt with Paul Courtney, the leader of Team Faircloth and Reynolds. Photo: supplied.
Event

Port Macquarie cyclists embrace ‘challenging’ ride for a cancer cure

THE wet weather may have played havoc with Sue Jogever’s e-bike but it failed to dampen the spirits of the Port Macquarie contingent in this year’s Tour de Rocks charity ride. Sue and her husband Paul were joined on the three-day trek by well-known local athletes Melinda Cockshutt, her son James, and brother Murray. They […]

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Mother’s Day orchid show bringing colour to Wauchope
Event

Mother’s Day orchid show bringing colour to Wauchope

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 […]

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Port Mac Goss: Pete ‘Muz’ Murray
Event

Port Mac Goss: Pete ‘Muz’ Murray

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 […]

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Hooked On: Windows of opportunity for anglers Ryan Morris captured his first drummer which tipped the scales at a massive 3.5kg.
Fishing

Hooked On: Windows of opportunity for anglers

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 […]

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The Big Screen
Film

The Big Screen

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 […]

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Port Macquarie ranked in top 10 suburbs for property sales
Property

Port Macquarie ranked in top 10 suburbs for property sales

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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