Port Macquarie News
Saturday, 2 December 2023
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STATE CUP Day 2: Port Macquarie teams make finals in six divisions
Port Makos v Philippines in Mixed Open action at the 2023 NSW Senior State Cup in Port Macquarie. Picture by Kim Ambrose, @saltyfoxfotography
Michael Hartshorn
Steps towards safety: coastal walk against domestic violence returns
Liberty Domestic and Family Violence Specialist Services CEO Kelly Lamb and event sponsor Kristal Kinsela from Kristal Kinsela Consulting will be taking part in this year's Coastal Walk. Picture by Emily Walker
Emily Walker
Photos
Spectacular action from day one of the 2023 NSW Senior State Cup
Michael Hartshorn
A Central Coast player scores a spectacular try in the corner beating a lunging effort by a Western Suburbs opponent on day one of the 2023 NSW Senior State Cup in Port Macquarie on Friday, December 1. Picture by Kurt Polock, Lighthouse Sports Photography
Group 3 Rugby League to weigh up a 17 game competition
Mick McDonald
Port Macquarie Sharks in the 2023 Group 3 Rugby League grand final. Picture by Mardi Borg
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From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
Anna Houlahan
From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
'Gone too far': councils scrap Acknowledgement of Country
Anna McGuinness
An Acknowledgement of Country pays respect to the Traditional Owners of the land a meeting or event is being held on. Picture file
Puffin' pollies: leaders on the record over cannabis use
Anna Houlahan
Cannabis harvest. Picture by Paul Scrambler
Voluntary assisted dying is legal, ending Janet's eight-year struggle
Ben Carr
Camden Haven resident Janet Cohen in 2021. The voluntary assisted dying advocate led an eight year campaign to see state laws introduced. Picture by Liz Langdale
Homes for the future: St Columba student wins state science prize
Year 12 student Aarohi Deshmukh with some prototypes from her HSC Design project. Aarohi won the Young Scientist of the Year award for her project The Hive on Monday, November 27. Picture supplied
Staff Reporters
Gallery: Camden Haven High's night of glitz and glamour
Emily Walker
Camden Haven High School students came together to celebrate their Year 12 formal. Picture by MSP Photography
International players touch down for NSW Senior State Cup
England Touch Men's Open captain Dom Tripp, Port Macquarie Makos 20's captain Brooke Meyers and England Touch Women's Open captain Emily Rona-Roper. Picture by Mardi Borg
Mardi Borg
Column
Kenny's surf report: Point Plomer adventure a blast
Columnist Ken Little
The surf crew spent four days at Ken Little's favourite place, catching waves and sharing stories. Picture supplied
Column
What's biting: blooms of algae washed ashore; week of great catches
Columnist Kate Shelton
This week's photos is thanks to Ned Kelly's Bait n Tackle, with John Henderson weighing in a thirty kilo mulloway he recently speared off the rocks in Port Macquarie.
Where does the red weed come from?
Ben Carr and Emily Walker
A surfer rides a wave at Flynns Beach on Tuesday, November 28. Port Macquarie beachgoers have noticed a rise in red-coloured seaweed. Picture by Emily Walker
Junior Sport
Talented Wauchope school student wins state sport award
Multi-talented sportsperson and Wauchope Public School student Peytyn Donovan with his Nanga Mai award. Picture by WPS
Ben Carr
World's best AI experts in Port Macquarie for 'groundbreaking' conference
Mardi Borg
Port Macquarie's Charles Sturt University senior lecturer, Dr Anwaar Ulhaq with Meta's vice president of research, Professor Yaser Sheikh. Picture by Mardi Borg
Thick layer of oil found at waste water treatment plant; council investigating origin
A thick layer of oil was found blanketing the surface of the Port Macquarie Waste Water Treatment plant reactors. Picture supplied
Emily Walker
Opinion
Poor little Jenkins, how will he cope with girls?
Garry Linnell
Some people genuinely believe in the superiority of elite same-sex education. Picture Shutterstock
Crime
Fourth person now charged over alleged murder of Paul Davy in Kendall
Sue Stephenson
The scene of the alleged murder in Kendall. Picture by Joanie Clark.

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Aussie tourists kept these consulates busiest with tales of woe
DFAT helped the most travellers in south-east Asian countries. Picture by Shutterstock
Anna McGuinness
Did David Duchovny play Mulder or Scully? Take our weekend quiz
Anna Houlahan
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Graffiti at Hindu temple sparks widespread accusations
Anna Houlahan
Graffiti on the front fence of the Shree Laxminarayan Mandir temple. Picture supplied
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Defence Minister reveals update on AUKUS east coast submarine base plans
Karen Barlow
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles and, inset, a Virginia class submarine. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Man airlifted to hospital after being buried in sand
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A man has been airlifted to hospital after he was buried in sand on an island in Moreton Bay. (HANDOUT/RACQ LIFEFLIGHT)
Sport
International players touch down for NSW Senior State Cup
England Touch Men's Open captain Dom Tripp, Port Macquarie Makos 20's captain Brooke Meyers and England Touch Women's Open captain Emily Rona-Roper. Picture by Mardi Borg
Mardi Borg
Column
Kenny's surf report: Point Plomer adventure a blast
Columnist Ken Little
The surf crew spent four days at Ken Little's favourite place, catching waves and sharing stories. Picture supplied
Column
What's biting: blooms of algae washed ashore; week of great catches
Columnist Kate Shelton
This week's photos is thanks to Ned Kelly's Bait n Tackle, with John Henderson weighing in a thirty kilo mulloway he recently speared off the rocks in Port Macquarie.
Photos
STATE CUP Day 2: Port Macquarie teams make finals in six divisions
Michael Hartshorn
Port Makos v Philippines in Mixed Open action at the 2023 NSW Senior State Cup in Port Macquarie. Picture by Kim Ambrose, @saltyfoxfotography
Photos
Spectacular action from day one of the 2023 NSW Senior State Cup
Michael Hartshorn
A Central Coast player scores a spectacular try in the corner beating a lunging effort by a Western Suburbs opponent on day one of the 2023 NSW Senior State Cup in Port Macquarie on Friday, December 1. Picture by Kurt Polock, Lighthouse Sports Photography
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Sneak peak: Inside the beach house tipped to break the Byron Bay record
The home is tipped to break the Byron Bay record of $37 million. Pic: Supplied
Jen Melocco
Laurieton's historical gem
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See inside the Byron Bay house Carrie Bickmore is selling
Jen Melocco
The Byron Bay home is made for outdoor entertaining and summer living. Picture: Supplied
Longterm superhosts set to sell Australia's 'best nature stay'
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Gordon Cuff and Susie Aulich have owned The Trig for the past 16 years. Pictures supplied
Hamish Geale
Accused mushroom cook's property snapped up before auction
Jen Melocco
The Mount Waverley townhouse sold prior to auction. Pic Supplied.
Renters know it, now a report confirms housing's almost 'out of reach'
Jen Melocco and Sue Stephenson
Real estate sites show there are properties for rent across Port Macquarie, but are they affordable? Picture, Google Maps and Canva
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Business Port Macquarie has confirmed it will again host a New Year's Eve fireworks display.
Sue Stephenson
What's on
Camden Haven Show returns after years of cancellations
Liz Langdale
Kiera Ansell with an array of fun goodies at the 2019 Camden Haven Show. Picture by Chan Ansell
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Pop-up performance poetry popular in Port
Liz Langdale
Port Macquarie resident Alanna Alfaro was invited to help curate a Poetry & Storytelling event at Roto House which has proven to be popular with the community. Picture by Liz Langdale.
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School of Hard Knocks Choir to deliver heartfelt performance
Liz Langdale
School of Hard Knocks Choir member Carlie Culf performs her song with assistance from choir director Tim Maddren. Picture by Liz Langdale
'Excited to be back': Glasshouse Regional Gallery reopens
Ruby Pascoe
Glasshouse Regional Gallery Curator Bridget Purtill. Picture by Ruby Pascoe
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Keyton retirement communities foster friendship and fun. Picture supplied
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Collar® Group is transforming the recruitment sector and taking the industry by storm. Picture supplied by Collar
Community
Video captures moment Port Macquarie attempts world record paddle out
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World record paddle out to pay tribute to Zac Young. Pictures by Scott Calvin
Scott Calvin and Mardi Borg
Hundreds paddle out at Town Beach for world record attempt
Julia Driscoll
Surfers making their way out to the water at Town Beach for the world record attempt paddle out. Picture by Scott Calvin.
Events
Shark survivor Toby Begg to join world record paddle out
Mardi Borg
Shark attack survivor Toby Begg (right) visited the Port Macquarie Surfing Museum ahead of the record paddle out attempt in memory of Zac Young. Pictures supplied
What's on
World record paddle out attempt to honour shark attack victim Zac Young
Mardi Borg
Port Macquarie's Kevin Young is inviting the community to attempt a world-record paddle out to honour his son, Zac, who was killed by a shark. Picture by Mardi Borg
'Natural' winners take out Cardboard Regatta
Sue Stephenson
Supporters watch on as students from The Nature School head for the finish line at Westport Park. Picture from TNS Facebook
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The Blue Moon over Bago Bluff near Wauchope, August 2023. Picture by Alex McNaught of Roving-Eye photography
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Photos
STATE CUP Day 2: Port Macquarie teams make finals in six divisions
Michael Hartshorn
Port Makos v Philippines in Mixed Open action at the 2023 NSW Senior State Cup in Port Macquarie. Picture by Kim Ambrose, @saltyfoxfotography
Photos
Spectacular action from day one of the 2023 NSW Senior State Cup
Michael Hartshorn
A Central Coast player scores a spectacular try in the corner beating a lunging effort by a Western Suburbs opponent on day one of the 2023 NSW Senior State Cup in Port Macquarie on Friday, December 1. Picture by Kurt Polock, Lighthouse Sports Photography
Opinion
You don't need to be Christian to pray for this Christmas miracle
Mark Gaetani
There's one present the government could give Australians facing a Christmas that is shaping up as considerably less than joyous. Picture Shutterstock
'Liberal-linked figures' part of Home Affairs investigation
Adrian Rollins
'Liberal-linked figures' will be part of Home Affairs visa processing procurement investigation, says inquiry chair Julian Hill. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
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Sue Stephenson
Opinion
You don't need to be Christian to pray for this Christmas miracle
Mark Gaetani
There's one present the government could give Australians facing a Christmas that is shaping up as considerably less than joyous. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion
How heritage protection is cutting down new development
Simon Cowan, Peter Tulip
Last week, the NSW Heritage Council opposed the construction of high-rise buildings at Central Station in Sydney, suggesting that low density would be more appropriate for that location. But is that the right call? Picture Shutterstock
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World War II veteran Reg Chard celebrates 100th birthday
World War II veteran Reg Chard in his home at Villawood, Sydney, NSW. Picture supplied
Thousands have heard Reg's stories about Kokoda Track. He has some simple advice to young people.
Staff Reporter
Film explores minds of neurodiverse musos
Discover the processes that spark genius in this engrossing film.
Staff Reporter
Daniel Johns and David Helfgott in a still from the film. Picture supplied
Cultural exchange all in a day's work for Ebenezer
Ghana migrant Ebenezer Banful prides himself on connecting cultures.
Rowan Cowley
ACT Senior Australian of the Year Ebenezer Banful. Picture by Salty Dingo
The Land
Watching for wallabies at Mount Canobolas
I was able to get plenty of good shots of the birds. Pictures by Rebecca Nadge.
Rebecca Nadge
Bushranger provides rich fodder for 'tale of redemption'
Louise Thrower
Peter Long gained new insight into his great grandfather, Larry Cummins after writing a book about his life through the eyes of various characters. Picture supplied.
Opinion
Protections needed in new draft energy policy
Lucy Knight
Farmers should also be looking at the cost of decommissioning a potential project on their property, writes Lucy Knight. Picture via Shutterstock
Life & Style
Mining town cottage treated to a fresh face
Carefully detailing ensured the charm of the original charred brickwork was retained. Picture by Light and Lines
Reducing the risk of a li-ion fire at home
Use batteries carefully to reduce the risk of a house fire. Picture Shutterstock
Advice
Summit offers no solution to growing housing rental crisis
The more we attack the mum and dad investors who are providing the rental properties this country needs, the more reluctant they will be to continue investing. Photo Shutterstock