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Stylish home with stunning views

Stylish home with stunning views

House of the Week
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NEW NOMINATION: At the Diamond Waters Treehouse Retreat, Peter Johnson, John Barilaro, Kerry McFadyen and Leslie Williams in 2016.

Hardships of yesteryear push benefits of ecotourism

Robert Dougherty

CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY: Camden Haven Girl Guides at a previous event.Photo: Supplied/Kim Woodhouse.

Girl guides prepare for Clean Up Australia Day mission

Robert Dougherty

Stand: Mayor Peta PInson encourages community members to stand for Port Macquarie-Hastings Council at the September local government elections.

It's time to think about stepping up to represent your community

Port Macquarie-Hastings mayor Peta Pinson

SHAPING THE FUTURE OF TOURISM: Nathan and Anna Battersby at Haven Waters Motel in 2017.

Calls for discussion of accommodation in Camden Haven

Robert Dougherty

Attorney-General Christian Porter has taken sick leave after strongly denying a rape allegation.

Respect rule of law on Porter claims: PM

Matt Coughlan
27m ago

SAFETY FIRST: City people planning to move to the country are being warned to also consider the dangers of rural living.

Moving from the city to country can have added dangers

Chris McLennan

Stylish home with stunning views

Stylish home with stunning views

House of the Week
2hrs ago

NEW NOMINATION: At the Diamond Waters Treehouse Retreat, Peter Johnson, John Barilaro, Kerry McFadyen and Leslie Williams in 2016.

Hardships of yesteryear push benefits of ecotourism

Robert Dougherty

Dolly Parton gets a dose of her own medicine. Photo: Twitter via @Dolly Parton

WATCHDolly Parton gets a dose of her own medicine

Australian of the Year, Grace Tame. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

DIGESTPowerful words on a day of very many words

The logistics of distributing the COVID vaccine in Australia must run smoothly. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONLogistics of COVID-19 vaccine rollout must be perfect

"I would have thought the biggest threat to WA is not tomatoes, it's meth and heroin," said WA Premier Mark McGowan. Photo: file

DIGESTWhat's the difference between tomatoes and meth anyway?

Marie Janczura of the Therapeutic Goods Administration works on the COVID vaccine to ensure a safe roll out. Picture: Karleen Minney

EXPLAINERIs one vaccine better than the others?

Imagine more than 7000 mutations of coronavirus. Yes, it's a real thing. There are more COVID mountains to climb yet. Photo: file

DIGESTThe vaccines roll out, new mutations climb

Janine Graham

The first shipment of AstraZeneca vaccines arrives in Australia. Picture: Getty Images

Strict vaccine advertising rules don't stop doctors from having patient conversations: TGA

Sally Whyte

The AstraZeneca shipment touches down in Australia. Picture: Getty Images

DIGESTVaccine envy is a First World luxury

Andrew Thorpe

Prime Minister Scott Morrison (left) speaks with Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins during the International Women's Day Parliamentary Breakfast in the Great Hall at Parliament House on Thursday. Picture: Getty Images

DIGESTThe storm inside Parliament rumbles on

Alex Crowe

Alastair Clarkson wants the AFL to expand to Tasmania and the Northern Territory. Photo: Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images

OPINIONClarkson AFL expansion proposal is off the mark

Howard Kotton

Next level: Maddi Drewitt, Emersyn Smith and Bayden Smith have been selected in NSW state hockey sides.

Trio mark return to the field with NSW state hockey selection

Paul Jobber

Big red: Back when the seas were kinder, Jacob from Port Macquarie scored this nice snapper during a trip out with Fish Port Macquarie Charters. Photo: supplied

What's Biting: Muddy lower reaches good news for mulloway

Jason Isaac

Alastair Clarkson wants the AFL to expand to Tasmania and the Northern Territory. Photo: Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images

OPINIONClarkson AFL expansion proposal is off the mark

Top effort: Bailey Whitton from Camden Haven High School.

Records slashed at annual swimming carnival in Laurieton

Robyn Jennings

PICKLEBALL PROS: Kendall Tennis Club member Bob Thompson and president Wendy Hudson.

Game that has bat and ball lovers in a pickle

Robert Dougherty

Launceston property developer Errorl Stewart wants a solution to the Tamar's mud problem. Picture: Phillip Biggs

LISTENWhy this Australian city is stuck in the mud

Launceston property developer Errorl Stewart wants a solution to the Tamar's mud problem. Picture: Phillip Biggs

LISTENWhy this Australian city is stuck in the mud

ANU student Jozef Meyer points out a dieback affected snow gum in Koscziosko National Park. Picture: Kate Matthews

LISTENWhat's killing our Snow Gums?

ANU student Jozef Meyer points out a dieback affected snow gum in Koscziosko National Park. Picture: Kate Matthews

LISTENWhat's killing our Snow Gums?

Dr Alex Ritchie and his daughter, Shona, at his home in Canberra. PHOTO: Tom Melville

LISTENUncovering Canowindra's forgotten fossils

Dr Alex Ritchie and his daughter, Shona, at his home in Canberra. PHOTO: Tom Melville

LISTENUncovering Canowindra's forgotten fossils

Brewpubs offer creative menus to match the beers, creating a destination for locals and tourists. Pictures: Michael Turtle

Crafty brewers blazing hoppy trails across the country

Michael Turtle

Enjoy a private food and wine tasting experience at Heifer Staton Wines, Orange.

The NSW region that really shines in autumn

Louise Goldsbury

Millions of crabs emerge from the Christmas Island forest and head for the sea.

Cupid hits Christmas Island for annual journey to the sea

Explore Travel

CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY: Camden Haven Girl Guides at a previous event.Photo: Supplied/Kim Woodhouse.

Girl guides prepare for Clean Up Australia Day mission

Robert Dougherty

BACK IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Camden Haven reptile enthusiast Michael Banicek with two Marbled Children's Pythons.

High demand as scaly pets make perfect lockdown companions

Robert Dougherty

DAZZLING PERFORMANCES: Performers at the Kendall National Violin Competition in 2018.

WHAT'S ONViolinists assemble for Kendall National Violin finals

CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY: Camden Haven Girl Guides at a previous event.Photo: Supplied/Kim Woodhouse.

Girl guides prepare for Clean Up Australia Day mission

Chatham High School students at the 2019 Taree Show.

WHAT'S ONBig beef battle recalled from Kendall due to wet weather

Stay calm: Lama Choedak Rinpoche will share a public talk on 'Meditation and Inner Peace'.

Tibetan to share knowledge of inner peace and meditation

Pretty petals :Popular florist Mrs S Hewens judging entries at the Dahlia Show, 1971.

Flashback to 1971: It was all about dahlias and dogs

Port Macquarie Museum

Congratulations: Wendy Rowland gained first place honours at the Mermaids Carnival, 1971.

Do you recall Mermaid Carnivals at Flynns Beach in the '70s?

Port Macquarie Museum

Hula maid: Nurse Sue Williams prepares to board the Hastings District Hospital float in the Rotary Clubs water pageant, 1971. Photo: supplied

Remember 1971: Fun flotilla raises funds for hospital

Port Macquarie Museum

8 Things to remember when writing your will

8 Things to remember when writing your will

A perfect hot plan for you

A perfect hot plan for you

Emma Brown

To read the latest edition, please click on the cover above.

Read Mid North Coast Now here

Ruth Lewis

8 Things to remember when writing your will

8 Things to remember when writing your will

Harness the power of word of mouth

Harness the power of word of mouth

Emma Brown

See Floriade in all its glory in Canberra on this Travelrite/The Senior escorted tour with Maureen and Paul Lucas. Photo: Paul Lucas

Join a September tour of some of Australia's best gardens in NSW and the ACT

Stylish home with stunning views

Stylish home with stunning views

2hrs ago

Stylish home with stunning views

Stylish home with stunning views

2hrs ago

End of rental moratorium raises alarm

End of rental moratorium raises alarm

End of rental moratorium raises alarm

End of rental moratorium raises alarm

REGIONAL INTEREST: PIPA Survey respondents showed a sharp uptick in interest in regional areas as well as coastal locations.

Investors look to the regions

Picture-postcard coastal views

Picture-postcard coastal views

New, quick way to search the property market

New, quick way to search the property market

Joanne Crawford

NEW NOMINATION: At the Diamond Waters Treehouse Retreat, Peter Johnson, John Barilaro, Kerry McFadyen and Leslie Williams in 2016.

Hardships of yesteryear push benefits of ecotourism

Robert Dougherty

Stand: Mayor Peta PInson encourages community members to stand for Port Macquarie-Hastings Council at the September local government elections.

It's time to think about stepping up to represent your community

Port Macquarie-Hastings mayor Peta Pinson

Rubbing out graffiti across our region

Rubbing out graffiti across our region

Member for Port Macquarie Leslie Williams

NEW NOMINATION: At the Diamond Waters Treehouse Retreat, Peter Johnson, John Barilaro, Kerry McFadyen and Leslie Williams in 2016.

Hardships of yesteryear push benefits of ecotourism

BACK IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Camden Haven reptile enthusiast Michael Banicek with two Marbled Children's Pythons.

High demand as scaly pets make perfect lockdown companions

Robert Dougherty

LOCAL SUPPORT: Ian Latham from Wauchope Bonny Hills SLSC with federal member, David Gillespie.

Surf Life Saving members receive patrol funding boost

Stand: Mayor Peta PInson encourages community members to stand for Port Macquarie-Hastings Council at the September local government elections.

It's time to think about stepping up to represent your community

Dolly Parton gets a dose of her own medicine. Photo: Twitter via @Dolly Parton

WATCHDolly Parton gets a dose of her own medicine

Powerful Owl. Photo: Johanning, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

A powerful owl could be sleeping in your backyard after surveying kilometres of territory

Frank Grillo and Serena Lo do battle in this enjoyable take on gaming culture. Picture: Icon

Action replays make for lots of fun

A demon hand in Demon Slayer The Movie: Mugen Train. Picture: Koyoharu Gotoge /Shueisha

This demon battle is a wild ride

Ron Cerabona

Frank Grillo, left and Mel Gibson in Boss Level. Picture: Icon

When stars jockey for top billing

Ron Cerabona

Xiao Yang in Endgame. Picture: Supplied

REVIEWIdentity swap is complicated fun

Ron Cerabona

Susan Sarandon and Kate Winslet in Blackbird. Picture: Supplied

REVIEWSensitive drama with a fine cast

Jane Freebury

IVF will never be quite as simple as ABC

OPINIONIVF will never be quite as simple as ABC

Marie Low

Australia's regional towns need action on climate to survive

OPINIONAustralia's regional towns need action on climate to survive

Ken Keith

Stand: Mayor Peta PInson encourages community members to stand for Port Macquarie-Hastings Council at the September local government elections.

It's time to think about stepping up to represent your community

Port Macquarie-Hastings mayor Peta Pinson

ALONE AND VULNERABLE: Single older women without children face unique challenges. Image: Pixabay

The single woman, no kids paradox

Eileen Wood

SHOW GOES ON: The fundraising event will be the first time Maria Venuti will sing publicly since her stroke five years ago.

Maria Venuti to return to stage for 80th birthday

Geraldine Cardozo

IN THEIR ELEMENT: Silver Salties having a swell time at Terrigal on the NSW Central Coast.

You don't need gills to be in the water

John Piggott

Do cyclists give pedestrians warning at the same rate drivers give cyclists a metre's berth? Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONTired of bicycle wars, this professor resorted to watching behaviour

23m ago

Attorney-General Christian Porter has taken sick leave after strongly denying a rape allegation.

Respect rule of law on Porter claims: PM

27m ago

Aerial baiting program extends the length of Russia

Aerial baiting program extends the length of Russia

23m ago

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has backed the Attorney-General Christian Porter. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

PM backs Porter on rape allegation

23m ago

A chef who stole more than $85,000 from Centrelink to feed his gambling addiction has been jailed.

Chef who stole $85k from Centrelink jailed

Gus McCubbing
28m ago

Angus Campbell has clarified his advice to trainee officers on avoiding sexual predators.

Defence chief clarifies sex assault advice

Matt Coughlan
40m ago

Kathleen Folbigg was jailed after the deaths of her children Patrick, Sarah, Laura and Caleb.

Petition calling for Folbigg's pardon

46m ago

A Transport official says Australia's aviation sector is 'in real strife' amid travel uncertainty.

Aviation in 'critical' period for support

Marion Rae
1hr ago

The dry start to autumn in NSW comes after a relatively wet and mild summer this year.

Dry start to March after a wetter summer

BEN DOMENSINO, Weatherzone
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LINE UP: Chris and Helen Nixon, Black Mountain Station, Wulgulmerang, sold 240 steers, 7-8-months-old, at Omeo, Victoria, on Tuesday.

'The prices are so extreme' - Mountain Calf sales don't disappoint

Bryce Eishold and Rebecca Nadge
2hrs ago

New stand-alone red meat business for Woolworths

New stand-alone red meat business for Woolworths

Shan Goodwin
2hrs ago

One example of an old highway (right) being retained as a local service road. Photos: Sam Hollier.

What happens to bypassed sections of roads? Many things

Sam Hollier

Start looking at your old furniture and items around the house with a fresh perspective. Photo: Shutterstock

Ideas for upcycling furniture

Linley Wilkie

It is a common strategy to arrange your life insurance through a super fund, but it's important to know how the death tax applies. Picture: Shutterstock.

How the death tax applies to insurance policies held in super | Money

Noel Whittaker