Member for Port Stephens, Rob Dwyer.
PORT Macquarie MP Rob Dwyer has thrown his voice behind the push to introduce tougher penalties for serious offences committed by youth. Mr Dwyer, a member of the Liberal Party, is calling for reforms that would see sentences that “reflect community expectations” in line with the catchcry: “Adult Crime, Adult Time laws”. “The face of […]
NEW data shows thousands more alleged offenders, including domestic violence perpetrators, are coming before the courts. The latest Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) shows legal action for domestic violence offences rose by more than 14 per cent in the two years to June. This equates to an additional 6,128 defendants appearing before a […]
William Quaglio accepts the 45-year certificate from Port Macquarie MP Robert Dwyer. Photo: Supplied. The club’s newest member Robyn Oliver is welcomed by president William Quaglio. Photo: Supplied. Club members with local MP Robert Dwyer. Photo: Supplied. PORT Macquarie’s oldest Probus Club is preparing to celebrate 45 years of friendship, fellowship and community connection. The […]
Heart Health NSW Inc. new Committee members, from left, Bill Peck, Dennis Bridgeland, Jim McClellan, Phil O'Donnell, Ruth Comish, and Reg Wilkinson. Photo: Supplied.
HEART Health NSW volunteers have been recognised for their ongoing support of cardiac patients at Port Macquarie Base Hospital and their work promoting heart health across the Hastings Macleay region. The group supports people recovering from cardiac events, as well as encouraging healthier lifestyles within the community. Its walking groups have continued to grow in […]
THE Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce has recently been named a finalist in the Outstanding Chamber category of the 2026 Business NSW Mid North Coast Business Awards. Chamber President Luke Hadfield stated that being named a finalist was a positive surprise and something that the entire community should be proud of. This marks the first […]
Legacy volunteers Lee Crispe and Davina Golder with Legacy widow, Irene Gill. Photo: Pauline Cain
Legacy volunteers Lee Crispe and Davina Golder with Legacy widow, Irene Gill. Photo: Pauline Cain Legacy widow, 96-year-old Rosemary Dunne. Photo: Pauline Cain. LAST week you may have bought a Legacy badge, pen or bear in Port Macquarie, Wauchope or Laurieton as part of Legacy Week. “Donations made during Legacy Week make a meaningful difference […]
Brett Boots with his beloved mother. Photo: Instagram. Brett Boots prepares to begin his epic journey. Photo: Instagram. CYCLING for Dementia fund-raiser Brett Boots is expected to return home on Friday, 11 September, having completed his 650km solo Ride to Remember from Brisbane to Port Macquarie. Mr Boots undertook the deeply personal four-day journey for […]
A PORT Macquarie man, his wife and family are celebrating a $102,000 Lucky Lotteries win that landed on the same day his shoes gave out. The man scored first prize in a Super Jackpot draw on Monday, 7 September 2026, and also picked up two consolation prizes of $1000. When an official from The Lott […]
NEW South Wales Council of Social Service (NCOSS) has welcomed the gambling reform package announced by the Minns Government, saying the changes include practical measures that will reduce gambling harm in NSW. However, the peak body for the state’s social and community services warns that the package leaves out important measures recommended by the Independent […]
Leah Doeland with her creation. The Scarecrow Festival. WITH the recent arrival of Spring, the inaugural Comboyne Scarecrow Festival is fast approaching, kicking off on 12 September and running through to 11 October. Scarecrow creation and registration ends on 7 September, in time for the festival commencement. Leah Doeland, a local interdisciplinary artist, has traded […]
