Category: Mid North Sport
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KEEPING FOOTBALL ALIVE ON THE MID NORTH COAST
Football Mid North Coast is doing everything it can to keep the spirit of the game alive while it waits for restrictions to life. The committee says its online programs have been successful, reaching more than 300 players.
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GOVERNMENT FUNDS FOR TOORMINA OVAL UPGRADE
Women’s change rooms will form part of the new infrastructure to be built at Toormina Oval, thanks to a $215,000 state government grant. Announced today, the facility is part of a broader plan to improve local sports amenities.
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A MID NORTH COAST ALLIED HEALTH COMPANY ADAPTS TO KEEP ITS SERVICES RUNNING DURING THE PANDEMIC
A Mid North Coast physiotherapist is finding innovative ways to help his clients stay active from the comfort of their own home. He’s replacing expensive pilates machines with everyday household items to make home workouts accessible for everyone.
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OLD BAR TRAINER PUSHING CLIENTS TO DIFFERENT LENGTHS
A personal trainer from Old Bar says he never thought he’d be putting his hand out for financial assistance. But Mike Luke says he’ll be using funding from the Jobkeeper scheme to help his community, offering free online classes.
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PORT MACQUARIE HORSE WINS THE FIRST AT HOME TRACK
A Port Macquarie-trained horse kicked off racing today with a win at its home track. ‘Manly Hanover’ leading shortly after the jump… Jenny Graham’s three-year-old gelding, continuing in the lead coming into the straight. Meanwhile in race two, an outsider lead early on. Damien Lane’s ‘Girls Kick On’ from Wyong, 2.5 lengths in front of…
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TALKS UNDERWAY TO RESCHEDULE MAJORITY OF STADIUM EVENTS
Like many sports grounds around the country, Coffs Harbour International Stadium is sitting empty. However Council is looking for the light at the end of the tunnel even if it’s a little way off.
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PORT MACQUARIE JOCKEY BELINDA HODDER GOES FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH
Port Macquarie jockey Belinda Hodder is proving she’s a force to be reckoned with, dominating on the track last week. Hodder’s come a long way since taking out the 2012 Mid North Coast Apprentice Jockeys’ Premiership, and she plans not to slow down anytime soon.
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TY JUDSON WORKING ON TECHNIQUE UNTIL SEASON RETURNS
A champion stand-up paddleboarder from Pacific Palms is determined to stay fit and keep himself occupied during isolation. Ty Judson is working on his technique while he waits for the season to resume.
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PORT MACQUARIE RACE CLUB RAMPS UP BIOSECURITY MEASURES TO KEEP THE GATES OPEN DURING THE PANDEMIC
The Port Macquarie Race Club is determined to ride out the Coronavirus pandemic, by implementing stricter biosecurity practices. But, the club’s finances have taken a hit, with patrons no longer able to attend race meets.
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SOUTH WEST ROCKS ATHLETE FINN ASKEW TAKES HOME THE WIN AT SURF LIFE SAVING STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
South West Rocks athlete, Finn Askew is celebrating an impressive win at the Surf Lifesaving State Championships. The young gun was hoping to back up his performance at the Nationals later this month, but the sporting event has been cancelled.