Parties in child abuse material case told to prepare
A hearing date has been set for a Mid-North Coast man facing multiple child abuse material charges with a judge warning all parties to be prepared.
Mid North Coast
Named: Ex-rescue volunteer on ‘fake cop’, weapons charges
A former Taree rescue volunteer allegedly masqueraded as a police officer, dealt with stolen property and had prohibited weapons.
Passionate earth warrior and teacher ‘lost to this world’
As a local politician and teacher, former MidCoast councillor Dheera Smith will leave a profound legacy in her community. She died on Thursday holding her husband’s hand as the sun rose.
‘So happy’: Mud-stuck elderly horse saved by heroes
True blue Aussie ingenuity at its finest: Rescuers drove an excavator down a main street to upright an elderly ex-racehorse trapped in a flood affected, muddy paddock. See the video.
Broken bones reveal dad’s rare cancer
A number of broken bones led to a heartbreaking diagnosis for this Mid-North Coast dad, who has now been dealt another devastating blow.
Man slapped with unlawful violence charge
A young Mid-North Coast man is yet to enter a plea in relation to allegations he used “unlawful violence” against another person.
‘Vulnerable’ pub worker targeted, cop assaulted: Court
A young woman targeted a “vulnerable” pub worker, stole money from a handbag and assaulted a police officer, a court has heard.
Timber firm swindled: Bogus logs and $450k fraud
A woman has pleaded guilty to defrauding a well-known northern NSW timber company out of more than $450,000 by creating a phoney log supply company and siphoning off payments.
Co-accused in alleged unsecured load road death backflips on plea
Almost four years on from the tragic death of Martin Stait – killed when a load of allegedly unsecured fencing collided with his car – one co-accused has changed his plea to a manslaughter charge at the eleventh hour.
Shock twist in Australia’s property market
Apartments are growing in value faster than houses across most capital cities, but Melbourne buyers aren’t convinced.
Where you can buy a house for unit price
These are the Sydney suburbs where buyers can get a house for only marginally more than the price of a unit.
Where you can buy a house for unit price
Amid the ongoing home price pandemonium, unit prices are quickly converging with those of houses. This is where.
Update on Swift’s terrifying stalker ordeal
There’s been an update on Taylor Swift’s alleged stalker who claimed to be in a “relationship” and live with the singer.
Need to Know
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Port Macquarie weather
As we move into winter what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Check out the latest on Port Macquarie roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Check out the latest on Port Macquarie roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Port Macquarie weather
As we move into winter what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
‘Deserve justice’: Partner speaks out after pair’s mysterious deaths
The partner of one of two young men who died near a motorbike crash site has spoken out after authorities provided an update on their deaths.
Alleged gun supplier had arsenal of high-powered weapons: Court
A Mid-North Coast civil construction worker is facing more than 20 drugs and firearms charges including allegations he supplied high powered weapons like a pump-action shotgun and an AR-15 rifle.
Will this $5m white elephant on the water ever be used?
It’s big, beautiful, expensive – and still empty. But after two years sitting idle, this state government built foreshore structure might finally be getting used for something. We spill the tea.
‘Do you like the food?’: NSW aged care home food rating revealed
A western Sydney aged care home has been named the worst in NSW – and the nation – for its food. See who is serving up culinary delights and who falls short.
Body found in state’s west with fatal stab wounds to the neck
Police were called to a street in a remote town in the state’s west to find a man with fatal stab wound to his neck. Here’s the latest.
Local NSW/ACT Aussie rules top goalscorers of 2025 so far
With local Aussie rules seasons well underway, the race is on in the goal kicking ranks. Check out who sits atop the leaderboard for the top goalscorers in NSW and ACT.
Two in five days: Marist surges up NRRRL ladder
Marist Brothers have surged up the ladder during the long weekend period by knocking over their local rivals in what is their second win in just five days.
What a ripper! Photo lens on rugby rising stars at NSW junior champs
The rising stars of rugby and future Wallaroos and Wallabies were firmly in the spotlight at the NSW U16, U18s junior championships. Updated action photos from the events here
‘It was crazy’: Returning club snaps seven-year drought
In a weekend full of big milestones, one returning club has broken a seven-year drought in classic local rugby league scenes.
‘Flew too close to the sun’: Pub baron Jon Adgemis’ turbulent life
The yacht that was the symbol of rainmaker Jon Adgemis’ success has been sold, as the former pub baron tries to keep his empire afloat in the face of $500m in debts.
Iran fires another round of missiles at Israel
Iran has launched a new attack on Israel, wounding several people, while Israel said it was striking Tehran. Follow live updates.
Gym feels the burn for boob tube ban
A Sydney gym has been slammed as being ‘overbearing’ and ‘sexist’ for dictating a dress code for its members. But the gym’s owners are not backing down. Tell us what you think.
Player ratings: The good, bad, and the ugly of Australia’s WTC flop
There were moments of brilliance but Australia’s World Test Championship capitulation has left more questions than answers with the Ashes on the horizon. BEN HORNE runs the rule over the performances of Australia’s WTC final XI.
‘Assassination’: US politician, husband killed by fake cop
A former appointee of Democratic Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is being sought in connection with the assassination of a state politician and the shooting of another.
Albanese, Trump lock in meeting
Anthony Albanese has confirmed he will meet with Donald Trump to put forward Australia’s case on tariffs in a “discussion as two friends should”.
Revealed: Twiggy’s tax plan to win over wind farm critics
Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest has revealed a proposal to increase compensation to people neighbouring new wind farms. But it will cost the public purse hundreds of millions of dollars.
Albanese’s final pitch before critical Trump meeting
Anthony Albanese will make a last-minute pitch to American business leaders before he comes face-to-face with Donald Trump at the G7 Summit in Canada.
‘They shot him in the toilet’: Wife of Aussie man killed in Bali
Police have revealed the wife of an Australian man killed in Bali saw the whole incident unfold, as they search for two men with “Australian accents”. Watch video.
Death toll rises in Iran-Israel conflict
The death toll on both sides of the conflict is starting to rise as attacks continue on Sunday.
‘Hit list’: Scary detail as gunman still at large
Two US politicians and their spouses have been gunned down in a “politically motivated attack”. The main suspect, who reportedly had a long hit list, is still at large.
Albo’s pointed push to US business leaders
Anthony Albanese will call on US business leaders to respect free and fair trade, with the PM under increasing pressure to secure a tariff exemption for Aussie exports.
Huge Trump move changes everything
Pardons are big business in the white house and fury is spreading over Trump’s latest plan that could change everything.
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