Port Macquarie News
Wednesday, 29 November 2023
Port photographer's image earns spot in nation's top weather calendar
Port Macquarie photographer Ivan Sajko's image overlooking Lighhouse Beach, has been chosen for the 2024 Bureau of Meteorology calendar. Picture by Mardi Borg
Mardi Borg • 28m ago
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Students in awe as rescue helicopter visits Wauchope Public School
Wauchope Public School students gather around the Westpac Rescue Helicopter on the school's playing ground on Monday, November 27. Picture by WRHS
Staff Reporters
Lake Cathie to seek a place in Group 3 under 18 competition
Mick McDonald
Lake Cathie-Bonny Hills players Ben Drewitt, Doug Toomey and Bailey Asbury had hoped to play under 18s for the club this year. However, the Raiders will see a spot in the under 18 competition for 2024. Picture Port Macquarie News
Touch footy festival hits Port Macquarie for NSW Senior State Cup
Ben Carr
The 2023 NSW Senior State Cup will be Wayne Gleeson's first as Port Macquarie Touch Association president. Picture by Mardi Borg
Macquarie picks 'cozzie livs' for 2023 word of the year
Anna McGuinness
The cost of living, or "cozzie livs", has been front of mind for many Australians in 2023. Picture file
Former deputy PM's police officer son charged with assault
Anna Houlahan
Nicholas and Michael McCormack after a win for the Wagga Tigers. File picture
The 'triple threat' that just made housing more unaffordable
Jen Melocco
A whopping 44.7 per cent of the median household income is required to pay a new mortgage in regional Australia.
Photos
Members of Laurieton CrossFit gym flex muscle at masters games
Ben Carr
Penny Poulton, Dale Carr and Jon Sargaison at the 2023 Masters League Games in Rotorua, New Zealand. Picture supplied
Court
Three face court over alleged Kendall murder; bail denied
Police have arrested three people after a man was found dead outside a Kendall home. Picture by Joanie Clark/ file picture
Emily Walker
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Video captures moment Port Macquarie attempts world record paddle out
Scott Calvin and Mardi Borg
World record paddle out to pay tribute to Zac Young. Pictures by Scott Calvin
Photos
Six of the best inducted into Group 3 Hall of Fame
Port Macquarie's John Fisher was inducted into the Group 3 Hall of Fame. He is pictured with his wife Denise
Mick McDonald
Two more people charged over alleged murder in Kendall
Mardi Borg
Police have arrested three people after a man was found dead outside a Kendall home. Picture by Joanie Clark. Picture by Joanie Clark
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.
What's on
What's On around the Port Macquarie-Hastings
Sue Stephenson
Business Port Macquarie has confirmed it will again host a New Year's Eve fireworks display.
Good News
Chalkie Bob and family head west to deliver surf safe message
Chalkie Bob Smith travelled to the Central West of NSW as part of Surf Life Saving NSW's Beach to Bush program. Picture supplied
Ben Carr
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
Kendall search underway after man found dead outside home
Police are investigating after a man was found dead outside a Kendall home. Picture by Joanie Clark
Joanie Clark and Ben Carr
School kids get scare as electrical fault found during swim class
Ben Carr
South West Rocks Pool was closed following detection of an electrical fault on Tuesday, November 21. Picture, Kempsey Shire Council
Column
Kenny's surf report: questions to ask before the crack of dawn
Columnist Ken Little
'Benny and his new board. Picture supplied

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National
Giant hail, destructive wind warnings as storms hit south-east
A severe thunderstorm warning issued by the Bureau for western parts of NSW and the ACT on November 28. Picture by the Bureau of Meteorology
Anna McGuinness
Roberts-Smith ordered to pay publishers' legal costs
Duncan Murray
Ben Roberts-Smith must pay the legal costs of media outlets after failed defamation action. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)
Teen boy charged with sextortion
Anna Houlahan
Police lights. File picture
Indigenous warrior suggested as King Charles III replacement on Aussie coins
Anna Houlahan
Bob Katter speaks to journalists at a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Monday, November 27, 2023. (AAP Image/Mick Tsikas)
Savage attack leaves Aussie man stranded in Bali
Anna Houlahan
Stills from footage of the attack on Matthew Stevenson outside a Kuta club in Bali. Picture via Seven News
Sport
Community drives Matt Bruce in pursuit of Australian kickboxing title shot
Port Macquarie's Matt Bruce is set to fight for an Australian kickboxing title. Picture by Mardi Borg
Mardi Borg
Column
Kenny and lifesaver Mitch explain why our beaches are so unique
Columnist Ken Little
This stunning photo of Sam Woodham surfing at Lighthouse Beach is by Andrew Lister
Column
Windy and all over the place; Spring's proving a challenge for anglers
Columnist Kate Shelton
This week's photo is of the man who introduced me to fishing at a very young age, my amazing father Geoff Shelton, with a snapper he recently caught off Port Macquarie.
Lake Cathie to seek a place in Group 3 under 18 competition
Mick McDonald
Lake Cathie-Bonny Hills players Ben Drewitt, Doug Toomey and Bailey Asbury had hoped to play under 18s for the club this year. However, the Raiders will see a spot in the under 18 competition for 2024. Picture Port Macquarie News
Touch footy festival hits Port Macquarie for NSW Senior State Cup
Ben Carr
The 2023 NSW Senior State Cup will be Wayne Gleeson's first as Port Macquarie Touch Association president. Picture by Mardi Borg
PropertyView
Laurieton's historical gem
Laurieton's historical gem
House of the Week
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
Photos
Longterm superhosts set to sell Australia's 'best nature stay'
Hamish Geale
Gordon Cuff and Susie Aulich have owned The Trig for the past 16 years. Pictures supplied
Accused mushroom cook's property snapped up before auction
The Mount Waverley townhouse sold prior to auction. Pic Supplied.
Jen Melocco
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
Regional renters hit as more of Australia becomes unaffordable
Jen Melocco
The options for renting an affordable home is becoming rarer for those in regional Australia.
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What's on
Business Port Macquarie has confirmed it will again host a New Year's Eve fireworks display.
Sue Stephenson
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Camden Haven Show returns after years of cancellations
Liz Langdale
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Pop-up performance poetry popular in Port
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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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Unleash joy: The importance of enrichment toys to keep your dog happy and healthy
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Community
Video captures moment Port Macquarie attempts world record paddle out
Watch
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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Top Shots 2023: why you wouldn't live anywhere else
Photos
The Blue Moon over Bago Bluff near Wauchope, August 2023. Picture by Alex McNaught of Roving-Eye photography
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Stephanie Foster take over from disgraced Pezzullo
Justine Landis-Hanley, Miriam Webber
Stephanie Foster has been appointed to be the next Department of Home Affairs secretary. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Network Seven paying for year of Lehrmann's rent, court told
Tim Piccione
Bruce Lehrmann during his first television interview. Picture Seven Network
Grief-stricken Israeli families appeal to Australians
Steve Evans
Tali Kizhner, mother of Segev Kizhner, at the event at Parliament House. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Peter Allen's Tenterfield Saddler property sold
Lydia Roberts
Tenterfield Saddler was made famous by Australian entertainer Peter Allen, whose grandfather, George Woolnough, owned the site and worked as a saddler. Photo supplied.
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'Dear Editor': letters from our readers in 2023
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Sue Stephenson
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Teachers sweat the results as much as students
John Hanscombe
Teachers are constantly having to relearn how to speak to our children. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion
Why I got arrested: granddad on Newcastle Port blockade
Tom Hunt
Tom Hunt was one of over 100 climate activists arrested for an extended blockade of the Port of Newcastle. Picture by Adam McLean
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World War II veteran Reg Chard in his home at Villawood, Sydney, NSW. Picture supplied
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Daniel Johns and David Helfgott in a still from the film. Picture supplied
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Rowan Cowley
ACT Senior Australian of the Year Ebenezer Banful. Picture by Salty Dingo
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Man flown to hospital after quad bike accident on property
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Considering your charitable choices when tax bill looms
Advice
Paying tax or making tax-deductible contributions for philanthropic purposes is a matter of how you believe your money is best used. Photo Shutterstock
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Ali & Gaby Rosenberg
Is "passive income" just a fantasy? Picture via Shutterstock
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Dr Anne Quain
Fully engorged tick. Picture by Jerzy Gorecki.