UNIVERSITY of South Australia scientists say they have developed a powerful new way to uncover the genetic interactions that fuel cancer progression, paving the way for earlier and more precise treatments. The AI-driven method, published recently in the Royal Society Open Science journal, reveals that tumour progression is driven by cooperating groups of genes, rather […]
JULIE Richardson is the new president of the Port Macquarie Art Society, following last month’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). Lisa Intemann takes the role of secretary, with Pam Foye as treasurer, alongside three committee members. Ms Richardson said she was excited to head the Society in this next phase of recovery and revitalisation, following the […]
Free camping is available at Chichester State Forest, near Dungog. Photo: NSW State Forests.
NSW State Forests are open for free, pet‑friendly camping from the coast to the high country. There are almost 500 State Forests and many offer camping facilities where dogs, under their owner’s control, are welcome. Campfires are also permitted, outside of fire bans. “State Forests are a fabulous resource for the community,” Manager Tourism and […]
HASTINGS Community Radio 103.9 2Way FM has welcomed Carrie Wong as a presenter, known on air as “Garfield”. Carrie lived in Hong Kong prior to moving to Australia and had long held an interest in broadcasting, undertaking industry courses and voice training. Carrie left the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong some years ago to […]
A tale as old as Christmas itself: the mystery of the so-called Christmas Star.
EVERY year, as the festive season picks up speed, the night sky quietly rolls out its own holiday display- no tinsel, no blinking bulbs, just a crisp dome of stars performing the same cosmic pageant they’ve been staging for thousands of years. And woven into that ancient canvas is a tale as old as Christmas […]
Alfred celebrating his birthday on Tuesday. Alfred celebrating his birthday on Tuesday. Alfred was surrounded by family and friends on his birthday. Alfred was surrounded by family and friends on his birthday. Alfred was surrounded by family and friends on his birthday. A young Alfred, a proud soldier. ALFRED Roy Boyle celebrated his 102 birthday […]
Rick Thomson-Jones with his Christmas installation at Shelly Beach this week. Photo: Matt Taylor. Rick’s letter of love and hope to the community. AT a time of national grief following the Bondi tragedy, a simple message at Shelly Beach is helping locals pause, reflect and reconnect. That message comes courtesy of Rick Thomson-Jones, a much-loved […]
IF you’ve been wetting a line this holiday season, you’ve likely been rewarded with bent rods and full eskies. The festive period has kicked off with a resounding success in our local river systems, ensuring plenty of fresh seafood has made its way onto Christmas tables. In the Hastings River, the mud crab scene is […]
PORT Macquarie resident Pete Bain has received the Kellion Victory Medal for living with type-1 diabetes for 60 years. Mr Bain, 76, lives with his wife of 54 years, and was diagnosed in 1965 while completing his Year 11 exams in South Africa. He said diabetes has never stopped him living an active life. “I […]
SURF Life Saving drones will be in the air earlier and for longer this summer as the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) steps up shark surveillance. The NSW Government has allocated an extra $2.5m for shark management following the recent deaths of a female tourist near Crowdy Bay and a local surfer on Sydney’s Northern […]
