DETECTIVES have charged a 78-year-old man following an investigation into alleged child sexual assaults that reportedly occurred more than 30 years ago on the Mid North Coast. In May, Mid North Coast Police District officers established Strike Force Franbach to investigate multiple reports of alleged historical sexual assaults alleged to have occurred between 1980 and […]
Principal Matt Cohen with student Eli Barber. Photos: Supplied.
Mr Cohen reports to his teacher. Mr Cohen and his classmate working. Students enjoy their lunch break with a new friend. Principal Matt Cohen with student Eli Barber. Photos: Supplied. SCHOOL principal Matt Cohen recently traded answering emails and completing paperwork in his office for answering questions and taking notes in the classroom. The Heritage […]
Members of the Port Macquarie tradie community gathered at Mitre 10 for an early-morning run followed by breakfast and conversation about looking after themselves and their mates. Photos: Supplied.
Members of the Port Macquarie tradie community gathered at Mitre 10 for an early-morning run followed by breakfast and conversation about looking after themselves and their mates. Photos: Supplied. Members of the Port Macquarie tradie community gathered at Mitre 10 for an early-morning run followed by breakfast and conversation about looking after themselves and their […]
A Comb-crested Jacana at home in the Cattai Wetlands. Photo: MidCoast Council.
ONE of the Myall Coast’s most valued natural attractions, the Cattai Wetlands and its iconic boardwalk network, has reopened following an extended closure brought about by significant damage during the May 2025 flood event. Following the successful completion of repair works, the boardwalks are now safe and accessible, allowing residents and visitors to once again […]
The Raising of the Flags brought together volunteers from all eight Mid North Coast Branch clubs. Photo: Supplied.
THE red and yellow flags are back on our beaches, marking the start of the 2026–27 surf lifesaving season and signalling that summer is on its way. For Port Macquarie ocean-lovers the annual Raising of the Flags is a chance to recognise the volunteers who give their weekends and public holidays to help keep beachgoers […]
A VISIT to the top of North Brother Mountain turned into a memorable family outing for Jake and Cherie Thrash and their young daughters, who spotted a koala walking along the lookout. The koala appeared content to stay in view, giving the family time to watch it from a distance and talk about the wildlife […]
Participants in the 2026 Aboriginal Pathways to Water Operations program visited MidCoast Council's Bootawa Dam. Photo: MidCoast Council.
ABORIGINAL Pathways to Water Operations is a two-week, culturally safe program supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to build practical skills, explore career opportunities and prepare for work in water operations. Participants were selected from across the Mid North Coast to complete the program in Port Macquarie throughout September, with training delivered by Fusion […]
Good health in older people is supported by having somewhere to learn, connect, feel safe and supported, and make contributions to the community. Photo: magnific.
AFTER two years of research, a Charles Sturt University team has concluded that a community wellbeing clinic for older people on the Mid North Coast will improve independence, psychological health, and social wellbeing. Australians that are 65 and over make up approximately 17 per cent of the population, with a greater proportion living in regional […]
Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock announces the decision to increase the cash rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4.6 per cent. Photo: Sarah Wilson/AAP Image.
MORTGAGE holders, home buyers and businesses that rely on discretionary spending are among those expected to feel the effects of this week’s Reserve Bank decision. The RBA increased the cash rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4.6 per cent on Tuesday. While the decision was made for the national economy, its effects will be felt […]
The NSW Government says proposed amendments will benefit aquaculture businesses. Photo: Port Oyster Company, Facebook.
UNDER proposed amendments to the Fisheries Management Act 1994 before the NSW Parliament, aquaculture lease terms will double from 15 to 30 years, giving businesses greater certainty to invest, innovate and plan for the long term. These proposed changes will benefit 235 oyster aquaculture businesses, operating 2,421 aquaculture leases in 18 Local Government Areas along […]
