IN the annals of legal history, few entities have faced such an eclectic array of lawsuits as NASA, the vanguard of humanity’s exploration of the cosmos. Among the myriad tales of litigation lies a tapestry of peculiar cases that defy…
EARLIER this month the Mid North Coast Porcelain Painters Association held an exhibition of their work at the Laurieton United Services Club. “The display included a variety of styles and subjects,” said Dianne Holyman. “Four members of the group belong…
A PLAN to power Australia with nuclear energy has been condemned by former prime minister Paul Keating, who labelled it as climate change denialism in disguise. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has pledged to build seven nuclear plants across five states…
THE June ordinary meeting of Port Macquarie-Hastings Council saw fierce debate over the proposed rate freeze for the 2024/25 Operational Plan, and it began in the Mayoral Minutes. Mayor Peta Pinson initiated the discussion, emphasising that despite feedback from 75…
THE rugby league community has rallied to support the Lake Cathie Bonny Hills Raiders under 15s player who was seriously injured during a match against the Old Bar Pirates on Saturday, 22 June. The teenager, whose given name is Mason,…
DESPITE a touch of cool in the air, the Mid North Coast saw a fantastic week of fishing, with some bragging-worthy catches reported across various locations. Here’s a breakdown of what’s biting and where to cast your line for success.…
THERE’S a new boss in charge at the Comboyne Rural Fire Station. Not only is Linda Sanders the brigade’s first female captain, she’s now officially authorised to tell her father, mother and daughter what to do. Advertise with News of…
STUNNING drone shots of a humpback whale playing with a pod of dolphins off Lighthouse Beach are the perfect reminder to get involved in this Sunday’s 25th ORRCA Census Day. Professional photographer Alex McNaught regularly shares a selection of his…
FIVE local Landcare groups have collaborated to organise a day of nature-based workshops on Saturday 13 July at Laurieton United Services Club from 10.30-3.30 pm. The workshops, a morning cuppa and lunch will be free. Advertise with News of The…
THERE are just days left for Camden Haven residents to have their say on the future of one of the area’s most neglected reserves. Since the 2000s, the Camden Head Lookout Reserve has been the source of bitter contention between…