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Varroa mite was detected in beehives around the Port of Newcastle on June 24

Natural beekeepers urge Australia to learn from the mistakes made overseas where bees have become dependent on pharmaceuticals while trying to control varroa mite.

Let them bee: Natural beekeeping teacher says miticides not the answer to varroa parasite

Each year more than 200,000 hives are required for the pollination of the Australian almond crop alone. Photo: File

The news that varroa destructor is on our shores is alarming.

There's more than honey at stake

PAWS THE GAME: Chilean goalkeeper, Christine Elder, called a stop to play when the pup ran onto the field for a tummy rub. 

Chilean goalkeeper, Christine Elder, called a pause - or a paws - to the game while giving the pup a tummy rub.

Dog runs onto international soccer field, demands pats from players

Slowdown: Wollongong train driver and Rail Tram and Bus Union delegate Rob Kennedy said this week's industrial campaign starts with a go-slow on Tuesday. The South Coast and other lines are expected to be heavily impacted this week. Picture: Anna Warr

NSW commuters could find their train to Sydney going just 10 kilometres an hour on Tuesday.

Trains at 10km/h? Rail union's go-slow day on Tuesday

The King: Austin Butler plays the legendary Mr Presley himself in Baz Luhrmann's new film Elvis, rated M, in cinemas now. Picture: Warner Bros

There's no doubt that Elvis is an enjoyable movie, even at two hours and 40 minutes, but it's not as successful a musical biopic as Rocketman or Walk the Line.

Elvis movie is a good time despite it lacking depth

Amber Drop Honey is based at Johns River and run by Ana Martin and her partner Sven. Photo: Amber Drop Honey. 

Mid North Coast beekeepers are worried about the future of the honey industry if the varroa mite continues to spread.

Mid North Coast beekeepers 'fearful' of potential mite spread

Climate protesters tried to shut down the Sydney Harbour bridge before marching in the city.

Protesters took over the harbour tunnel in Sydney this morning.

Arrests made after climate change protesters block peak hour traffic

The findings reinforce the need for adequate resources for ICUs, especially in times of high demand.

Third virus wave biggest killer: study

An observer watches the take off on Sunday night.

American space agency NASA has successfully launched its first ever rocket from Australia.

See the moment NASA launches a rocket from the NT

GROUND ZERO: Merewether amateur beekeeper Nick Radford with one of his hives on Sunday. The detection of a tiny mite, Varroa destructor, in Newcastle means that hives in the immediate region will be destroyed to ensure the global pest does not invade Australia. Picture: Marina Neil

Newcastle at centre of Australian bee industry crisis.

Bee industry on edge of crisis as Varroa mite scare deepens

Comedian Elliot Loney (left) films a skit with Australian tennis players Thanasi Kokkinakis (centre) and Nick Kyrgios (right) in the leadup to the Men's Doubles semi-final on Thursday. Photo: Elliot Loney.

They wanted to have fun on court. They've done it off-court, too.

Skits and giggles with Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis

Jack Wang of the Hakko Bakery Cafe and the robot which delivers. Picture: Steve Evans

This coffee has your face on top - really.

Coffee, robots and your face are this cafe's future

Ride the Wave attendees enjoyed the music, markets sunshine, surf and skate action on Sunday, June 26.

Ride the Wave Festival brings surf, sun and smiles to Port Macquarie's foreshore

People watch the whales from Tacking Point Lighthouse on June 26. 

Numbers on the humpback highway were strong for ORRCA's annual count of the whales.

Whale spotters treated to spectacular show for annual count

Bruno (Damon Herriman) and Laura (Jackie van Beek) go to a new-age retreat to attempt to reinvigorate their marriage. Picture: Supplied

Everyone speaking gibberish may be a way of illustrating miscommunication, but it's radical.

A weird romp words can't describe

Premier Annastascia Palaszczuk says pre-arrival PCR tests are no longer needed from January 1.

Queensland dumps pre-travel PCR tests

Read all about what was making headlines in the 1970s as published in the Port Macquarie News on Thursday, November 4, 1971.

Flashback: Hotel Macquarie set to be expanded

Golden moment: Lilly Barlow picked up a gold medal for Port Macquarie as competitive swimming returned to the pool in Taree last weekend. Photo: Scott Calvin

"They were excited just to be able to compete."

Barlow and Harrison lead the way as Piranhas return to the pool

Going steady: Hugo the Galapagos tortoise and his new girlfriend, Estrella. Picture: The Australian Reptile Park

After years of searching for the one, the world's most famous tortoise - Hugo the Galapagos tortoise - has finally met his new girlfriend, Estrella.

Hugo the tortoise meets his match in Estrella

Friends can gather again in NSW from today after more than 100 days in lockdown. Picture: Shutterstock

I'd be lying if I said I was jumping for joy.

It's 'Freedom Day' in NSW - but has it come too early?

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Sri Lankan captain Dimuth Karunaratne says they have Pat Cummins' Australians cornered in the Tests.

Sri Lanka know formula to beat Australia

Ajla Tomljanovic has spared Australian women's blushes with her second-day win at Wimbledon.

Tomljanovic saves Aussie women's challenge

Cassidy Hutchinson testified Donald Trump became irate when told he would not be joining supporters.

Trump 'tried to grab limo steering wheel'

Jordan Thompson has continued his brilliant grass-court form to win his first-round Wimbledon match.

Thompson leads the Aussie men's winners

Ghislaine Maxwell has been sentenced to 20 years in jail for helping Jeffrey Epstein abuse teens.

Maxwell sentenced to 20 years in jail

Nat Sciver hit a century as England fought back to take a lead in the Test against South Africa.

Maiden tons put England women in charge

Nick Kyrgios complains about an umpiring decision during his controversial Wimbledon win.

Kyrgios embroiled in spitting scandal

Rafael Nadal has made a fighting start to his attempt to win his third Wimbledon singles title.

Slam-chasing Nadal scraps to opening win

Iga Swiatek has moved smoothly into the second round of Wimbledon with her 36th straight win.

Swiatek fills Barty shoes in record style

Afghan spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid says "a great gathering will be held in Kabul".

Taliban to hold major Afghanistan meeting

Jon is president of the Port Macquarie Pacers Running Club, and co-event director of Port Macquarie parkrun. Photo: Liz Langdale

The co-director of Port Macquarie's parkrun said the planned upgrade will improve safety and have wide-reaching benefits for tourism and the economy.

Breakwall upgrade support for safe and scenic attraction

Retail trade data for May is broadly expected to show more modest growth than in previous months.

Gloomy consumers to keep spending for now

NSW commuters have been warned of further disruption from industrial action by rail workers.

Rail delays continue, nurses seek pay rise

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has welcomed the Coaldrake report into government accountability.

Qld govt backs integrity recommendations

An inquiry was told how a pedophile nurse was able to work so long at Launceston General Hospital.

Tas hospital's culture ignored suspicions

Police say they are prepared to move quickly against climate change activists protesting in Sydney.

Police to act swiftly on Blockade protests

An inquiry into defence and veterans suicide continues its second week of hearings in Townsville.

Inquiry told of barriers with ADF archives

Monash University lecturer Steven Walker hopes students can continue supporting vaccine programs.

Push for students to keep vaccinating

Inquest findings on the deaths of Hannah Clarke and her three children are set to be handed down.

Coroner to deliver Hannah Clarke findings

The detective who headed investigations leading to Chris Dawson's arrest faces cross-examination.

Lead Dawson investigator faces grilling

Joel Anttilla was sent from the field for showing dissent on Sunday. Photo: Paul Jobber

Group 3 rugby league needs to go back to the drawing board.

Why Group 3 league officials need to revisit swearing edict

Ryley Batt admits he'll never again take team training sessions for granted. Photo: Paralympics Australia

"I will never, ever take any team training sessions for granted anymore."

Batt's change in mindset a result of mixed Canada Cup campaign

Port Macquarie-Hastings 2021 Census data revealed. Photo: Ivan Sajko

What does the 2021 Census reveal about Hastings residents and how we live?

What does the 2021 Census reveal about the Port Macquarie-Hastings?

The Port Macquarie Hotel has sold. Photo: HTL Property. 

The Port Macquarie Hotel has sold after being put on the market in April.

Port Macquarie Hotel sells for record multi-million dollar price to NSW hotelier

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council estimates it will cost $51.6 million to remediate 86 landslips across the LGA. Photos: Port Macquarie-Hastings Council 

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council says it will cost at least $51.6m to fix 86 landslips across the LGA.

Council's $51m plan to remediate more than 80 landslips

The council has yet to adopt its 2022-2023 budget. Photo: File

There will be another extraordinary council meeting before June 30 to consider the budget and associated documents.

Extraordinary council meeting results in budget adoption delay

Brice Hayward recently caught this terrific 20 kilogram mulloway in the Hastings River on a locally made Koolabung Jewie lure. Photo supplied

Angling guru Jason Isaac says bream remain consistent with some nice fish about. Lighthouse and around Dunbogan have been fishing well, although all beaches are holding fish in varying degrees.

What's Biting: Bream are jumping at Lighthouse and Dunbogan

Emily, Ava, Macey, James, Piper, Sharon and Scott Smith. Photo: Sohip Farm. 

A Mid North Coast farmer explains why people need to expect to pay more if they want quality food.

Mid North Coast farm educates consumers on the real price of vegetables

Port Macquarie Base Hospital nurses will stop work for three hours on Tuesday afternoon. Photo: File

"Our healthcare system needs fundamental reform and our members are desperate to be heard because the current shortages are everywhere."