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Flood recovery grant applications to be processed quicker

THE State Government last week announced it would immediately double the number of staff members working on the processing of Rural Assistance Authority (RAA) Recovery Grants for primary producers impacted by the May floods. Since June, the RAA has received almost 2,000 applications and has approved more than $23 million in payments, however the Government […]

School

‘My First Speech’ competition launched in Australian high schools

THE Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon. Milton Dick MP, has launched the “My First Speech” competition for high school students across Australia. Students from across the Cowper electorate are encouraged to take part in this unique opportunity to learn more about Parliament and public speaking. “The My First Speech competition challenges students […]

Local News

Stargazing: that big ball of nuclear fire

THE next time you see the sunrise, take a moment. That big ball of nuclear fire lighting up your morning sky is not just sitting there politely waiting for you to make coffee. It’s racing around the Milky Way at an eye-watering 828,000 km/h, dragging Earth and the rest of the solar system along for […]

Community

Port Macquarie marine rescuer ready to inspire women after international training

Port Macquarie’s Alison Cameron-Brown was one of 15 women from around the world selected for the course. The Deputy Unit Commander took part in exercises off Sydney Heads and around Cottage Point. Photo: Marine Rescue NSW. ALISON Cameron-Brown is returning to Port Macquarie with a raft of new marine rescue skills after completing an elite […]

Community

Make a Difference volunteers celebrated in Port Macquarie

Criminal lawyer and advocate Charmain Woods (left) with Make a Difference co-founder and director Erin Denham. Make a Difference volunteers Tanya Hopwood (left) and Julie Lowe. MAKE a Difference (M.A.D) Port Macquarie held a volunteer appreciation night at Port Panthers on Wednesday, 20 August, featuring criminal lawyer and advocate Charmain Woods as guest speaker. M.A.D […]

Local News

EXPLAINER – The Eastern Blue Groper: A NSW coastal icon

THE eastern blue groper (Achoerodus viridis) is endemic and one of the most iconic fish species found in New South Wales coastal waters. Recognised for its striking cobalt blue colouration and curious nature, this fish holds ecological, cultural, and conservation significance. Its visibility and frequent non-aggressive interactions with snorkelers and divers have made it an […]

Local News

EXPLAINER: Harmful Algal Blooms

The recent HAB in South Australia has impacted important habitat and resulted in the death of thousands of fish, sharks, rays and other marine life. The recent HAB in South Australia has impacted important habitat and resulted in the death of thousands of fish, sharks, rays and other marine life. MARINE algal blooms are the […]

Community, Health

Hunter hospitals rolling-out safe staffing in EDs

TWENTY-SEVEN more hospitals across NSW are rolling-out safe staffing levels in their emergency departments. On the Mid North Coast, these include Manning Base Hospital, Port Macquarie Base Hospital, Kempsey District Hospital, Macksville District Hospital and the Coffs Harbour Health Campus. This brings to 40 the number of hospitals across the state that have started operating […]

Regional

$50m housing support package announced for residents impacted by recent flooding

THE State and Federal Governments have announced a $50 million Housing Support Package to assist eligible homeowners, renters and primary producers impacted by recent severe flooding. Ashlee Abbott, Acting Head of Preparedness and Recovery at the NSW Reconstruction Authority said, “We understand the community has been anxiously awaiting this package and we have been working […]

Police

Six new probationary constables join Mid North Coast to boost community safety

SIX new probationary constables are set to join the Mid North Coast Police District after being formally attested at a ceremony at the Goulburn Police Academy on Friday, 22 August. Of the new recruits, two will serve at Kempsey, one at Macksville, and three at Port Macquarie. All have joined through the “Be a Cop […]