Category: Mid North News
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FIRE ENGULFS HOME AT LIGHTHOUSE BEACH
A family managed to escape a fierce blaze which engulfed a Port Macquarie home last night. The house was destroyed by the fire… which is thought to have started in a car, parked in the garage.
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ISOLATION RULE CHANGE WELCOMED BUT COMES WITH A WARNING
Mid North Coast businesses have welcome changes to covid isolation rules. But it’s come with a warning from health experts, urging locals to still heed caution.
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HUNDREDS ENJOY MY HOOD, MY HOME FESTIVAL
Hundreds of locals made the most of the sunshine today, gathering at Brelsford Park for the My Hood, My Home Youth Festival. It’s been years in the making, giving our city’s youngest residents something to look forward to and enjoy.
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PORT MACQUARIE PAVING WAY FOR INCLUSIVE HIP DYSPLASIA EQUIPMENT
It’s more common thank you think – hip displasia is affecting thousands of new borns in Australia… And parents say it’s a struggle to find inclusive everyday items. One Port Macquarie mother decided to change.
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ONGOING PROBLEMS CONTINUE TO PLAGUE COFFS BOAT RAMP
Problems with excessive sand build up continue to plague the $14 million dollar upgrade of the Coffs Harbour boat ramp. As it causes headaches for boaties, the local MP is calling for patience.
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GREENS AND UAP LYNE CANDIDATES MAKE THEIR ELECTION PITCHES
The race for the seat of Lyne in the federal election is heating up… And while major parties have announced their big ticket items, candidates in the minor parties are now weighing in.
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POPULAR ANZAC DAY DISPLAY RECREATED AT CLUB TAREE
A popular Anzac Day display is being re-created for a second year at Club Taree. Staff and volunteers placing 1000 poppies and more than 1400 flags on the lawn today. The flags marking the ex-service men and women who served during the world wars. “Last year we started the initiative and it was so well…
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NEW LOOK FOR HASTINGS FARM GATE TOUR
A new form of agriculture will be showcased in this year’s Hastings Farm Gate Tour. Residents will have an opportunity to visit urban gardens and learn the importance of eating locally, and sustainably.
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“THE LINKS” COMMUNITY SPACE AT SAWTELL OPENS
Whether it’s for active play – or a relaxing day – a four acre garden is nearing completion in Toormina. “The Link” has been five years in the making, as Catholic Care looks to bring all ages together in the one space.
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TELEGRAPH POINT EASTER FUNDRAISER FOR WOODBURN
The Hastings community has spent their Easter opening their hearts to flood-ravaged towns in the north. A day-long event raising vital funds for Woodburn residents who’ve lost everything.