Stocking locations across the Hunter and Mid North Coast. Photo: DPI.
RECREATIONAL fishers are invited to have their say on which NSW dams and impoundments they would like to see stocked with their favourite freshwater fish species, as the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) develops its stocking program for the year ahead. DPIRD Aquaculture Director Ian Lyall said NSW is home to […]
Nationals MP Pat Conaghan wants a review of the alcohol excise. Photo: Pat Conaghan MP.
A SPATE of fire bombings could be just the beginning as concerns mount the tax system is driving a burgeoning alcohol black market putting lives and the budget bottom line at risk. Police have not confirmed whether illicit alcohol was behind 15 incidents at hospitality venues across inner Melbourne since 14 April, but the industry […]
Closure order stickers on the front of Fusian Asian Groceries and Confectionary in Short Street, Port Macquarie. Photo: Sue Stephenson. Some of the closure orders will expire in June. Photo: Sue Stephenson. FIVE stores have now been temporarily shuttered in the Hastings and Camden Haven as part of the NSW Government’s tough new crackdown on […]
Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher are facing questions about the budget. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS.
POTENTIAL changes to negative gearing or capital gains tax in the federal budget would not be breaking the trust of voters, the treasurer says. As Jim Chalmers prepares to hand down his fifth budget, the government faces accusations it is coming after “mum and dad” investors as family trusts join capital gains tax discounts and […]
Gaven Whalley shares his confidence in the local housing market. Photo: supplied.
PORT Macquarie has claimed the top spot in NSW for overall property sales, driven by buyers seeking lifestyle, space and value. The latest Property Market Update from InfoTrack analysed sales volumes from 1 January to 31 March 2026, identifying a continued shift towards regional markets. Median property prices across the state rose 7.94 percent over […]
Museum curator Debbie Sommers, author Tony Dawson and Port Macquarie MP Robert Dwyer at the launch. Photo: supplied.
Museum curator Debbie Sommers, author Tony Dawson and Port Macquarie MP Robert Dwyer at the launch. Photo: supplied. Author Tony Dawson with Robert Dwyer MP. Photo: supplied. THE Port Macquarie Historical Society has launched a new publication investigating the unique history of Clarence Street. Researched and written by Society member Tony Dawson, […]
Bravehearts mascot Ditto with Jenny Watts.
BRAVEHEARTS Mid North Coast is holding a High Tea Fashion Soiree on Saturday 9 May at the Port Macquarie Racecourse to support its work in preventing and treating child sexual abuse. The nationwide charity runs programs for three to eight-year-olds. Through “Ditto’s Keep Safe Adventure”, local children are shown what to do if they feel […]
Healthy Pet Day volunteers and organisers.
MORE than 100 people brought their cats and dogs along to the Healthy Pet Day in Port Macquarie on 23 April. Hosted by the Port Macquarie RSPCA Supporter Group and held at the St Agnes Community Centre, Healthy Pet Day is for owners facing financial challenges. Their pets receive free vaccinations, vet health checks, engraved […]
Cocos Palms spread rapidly, with seeds carried by birds and flying foxes into bushland and waterways. Photo: PMHC.
COCOS Palms will be gradually removed from selected streets, parks and reserves in coming months, as part of a long-term council program to protect native wildlife and ecosystems. Classified as an environmental weed, Cocos Palms (Syagrus romanzoffiana) are known to negatively impact flying-foxes – a species that plays a critical role in pollinating and dispersing […]
The new Cowarra Water Treatment Plant is designed to treat 42 million litres (ML) of water per day. Photo: PMHC.
The new Cowarra Water Treatment Plant is designed to treat 42 million litres (ML) of water per day. Photo: PMHC. The new Cowarra Water Treatment Plant is designed to treat 42 million litres (ML) of water per day. Photo: PMHC. THE State Government’s commitment of $7m to the Cowarra Water Treatment Plant has been described […]
