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Jimmy Barnes will headline the 2021 Red Hot Summer Tour in Port Macquarie.

WHAT'S ONStellar Aussie rock line-up as Port Macquarie lands a Red Hot Summer

Honour: Mervyn Wheeldon receives a telegram sent by the Prime Minister, J.G. Gordon and presented by Harold Green, 1970. Photos: Supplied by Port Macquarie Museum.

Our past: Westport Public School officially opened - 1970

Port Macquarie Museum

Bells toll: Region's community Christmas countdown celebration goes online

WATCHBells toll: Region's community Christmas countdown celebration goes online

The Grattan Institute argues the aged care sector needs $7 billion in additional funding each year to fix the broken system. Picture: Shutterstock

Aged care sector needs $7 billion more each year: report

Elliot Williams

On a winner: Our Berkley pic of the week is Kegan Schafer with the leading blackfish for our Penn fish of the year competition - a very healthy 1.52 kilograms.

What's biting? Flathead and whiting are looking for lures

Jason Isaac

Mercury's rising with weekend set to sizzle on Mid North Coast

Mercury's rising with weekend set to sizzle on Mid North Coast

Tracey Fairhurst

Community Christmas celebration will be online this year

Community Christmas celebration will be online this year

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council mayor Peta Pinson

Jimmy Barnes will headline the 2021 Red Hot Summer Tour in Port Macquarie.

WHAT'S ONStellar Aussie rock line-up as Port Macquarie lands a Red Hot Summer

Honour: Mervyn Wheeldon receives a telegram sent by the Prime Minister, J.G. Gordon and presented by Harold Green, 1970. Photos: Supplied by Port Macquarie Museum.

Our past: Westport Public School officially opened - 1970

Port Macquarie Museum

Shocking vision of the moment a car hits a group of cyclists

Shocking vision of the moment a car hits a group of cyclists

Photo: File

DIGESTTell mum you'll be home for Christmas

An unedifying diplomatic pile-on

DIGESTAn unedifying diplomatic pile-on

A passenger from a repatriation flight from Singapore makes her way to a bus to hotel quarantine after landing at Canberra airport. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

EXPLAINERWill we see stranded Aussies at home for Christmas?

Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONCOVID-19 cases decrease as weather heats up

AstraZeneca's vaccine is already being manufactured in Melbourne.

EXPLAINERWhen will we get our COVID-19 jabs?

Steve Evans

A pizzeria worker sparked Australia's strictest - and briefest - COVID-19 lockdown. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONHating on the SA pizza guy won't fix an entirely foreseeable problem

Gemma Beale

Qantas CEO Alan Joyce indicated international passengers could be required to prove they have been vaccinated against COVID-19. Picture: Getty Images

EXPLAINERNo jab, no fly: who decides on mandate?

Harley Dennett

Children may transmit coronavirus at the same rate as adults: what we now know about schools and COVID-19

ANALYSISChildren may transmit coronavirus at the same rate as adults: what we now know about schools and COVID-19

Zoë Hyde

CHANGE: The BBL, which starts next week, will implement three new radical rule changes. Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images

OPINIONBig Bore League is just not cricket

Howard Kotton

Patrons Day for Wauchope Women's Bowls

Patrons Day for Wauchope women bowlers

Marie Winter

Warriors Kiera Trembath waiting to take the ball from Jo Bonny, putting the runner out.

Warriors work for a win against Always Able

CHANGE: The BBL, which starts next week, will implement three new radical rule changes. Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images

OPINIONBig Bore League is just not cricket

On a winner: Our Berkley pic of the week is Kegan Schafer with the leading blackfish for our Penn fish of the year competition - a very healthy 1.52 kilograms.

What's biting? Flathead and whiting are looking for lures

Jason Isaac

TOP TRIO: Caleb Serong, Hayden Young and Liam Henry made their AFL debuts for Fremantle in 2020. They were all top-10 draftees. Picture: Getty Images

A draft like no other after a season like no other

Justine McCullagh-Beasy

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

Bob along at Arbory Afloat. Picture: Supplied

Four ways to fall in love with Melbourne all over again

Sue Wallace

A popular waterhole for swimming at Litchfield National Park is Florence Falls. Picture: Michael Turtle

Ethical tourism is about more than just picking up your litter

Michael Turtle

Air wars as borders reopen: what it means for travellers

Air wars as borders reopen: what it means for travellers

Explore Travel

COMMUNITY GENEROSITY: Rotary Club of Wauchope president Diana Reynolds with a book from the book sale.

Public generosity saves book sale after supplies stolen

Robert Dougherty

Ready to go: Comboyne's Kay White and Joan Brentnall-Redlich preparing the plant stall for sales.

WHAT'S ONComboyne museum dream near reality thanks to October fundraisers

Peter Daniels

Debut author: Kyle Perry will share insights about his novel during an online author talk hosted by Port Macquarie Hastings Library Service. Photo: James Brewer

Debut author lives the dream after perseverance pays off

Lisa Tisdell

COMMUNITY GENEROSITY: Rotary Club of Wauchope president Diana Reynolds with a book from the book sale.

Public generosity saves book sale after supplies stolen

Omnicare Social Support Group regular Bess Dubois and SSG centre coordinator Keren Longbottom, both holding plant pots decorated by clients.

WHAT'S ONOmnicare to host big sale day at Bain Park

Meeting: Members of the Mid North Coast Refugee Support Group will host a meeting in Wauchope on October 10.

Refugee group to meet in Wauchope

Peter Daniels

Honour: Mervyn Wheeldon receives a telegram sent by the Prime Minister, J.G. Gordon and presented by Harold Green, 1970. Photos: Supplied by Port Macquarie Museum.

Our past: Westport Public School officially opened - 1970

Port Macquarie Museum

Hats on: Pupils at the Port Macquarie Infant School parade their hats as the percussion band plays.

Wind back to 1970: Council wants lake open

Port Macquarie Museum

Congratulations: Winners of the National Health Week Poster competition, 1970.

Flashback to 1970: Great result for golf in Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie Museum

The mighty Murray cruise

The mighty Murray cruise

Emma Brown

Holiday season plans look-up as lockdowns are eased

Holiday season plans look-up as lockdowns are eased

Emma Brown

Garage Sale Trail kicks off

Garage Sale Trail kicks off

The mighty Murray cruise

The mighty Murray cruise

The joys of home shopping in 2020

The joys of home shopping in 2020

Emma Brown

To read the latest edition, please click on the cover above.

Read Mid North Coast Now here

Ruth Lewis

BE EXTRA VIGILANT: Swim Safety Ambassador Laurie Lawrence is calling on pool owners to be more diligent. Photo - supplied.

Don't forget safe gates save lives

BE EXTRA VIGILANT: Swim Safety Ambassador Laurie Lawrence is calling on pool owners to be more diligent. Photo - supplied.

Don't forget safe gates save lives

POSTIVE OUTLOOK: 2021 is set to be a strong year of capital growth in Australian property according to Doron Peleg of RiskWise Property Research. Photo - Shutterstock.

The housing market landscape has shifted quickly

POSTIVE OUTLOOK: 2021 is set to be a strong year of capital growth in Australian property according to Doron Peleg of RiskWise Property Research. Photo - Shutterstock.

The housing market landscape has shifted quickly

SELLING FAST: The average Victorian home is spending just 33 days on the market according to the latest figures from the Real Estate Institute of Victoria. Photo - Shutterstock.

Optimism returns to Victoria

Ruth Lewis

COMPROMISE: According to new research, almost half (45%) of Australians say they settled for something other than their perfect home, with the most common compromises including location, home size and price. Photo - Shutterstock.

The highs and lows for Australian house hunters

A dynamic not been seen for years

A dynamic not been seen for years

Community Christmas celebration will be online this year

Community Christmas celebration will be online this year

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council mayor Peta Pinson

PAWSOME PRESENTS: The top 10 products for online shopping and classifieds scams include, pets, shoes, vehicles, phones, laptops/ /computer/ drones/ iPads, clothing, toys, games/ Nintendo/ X-box/ Jigsaw, barbecues and handbags and bags.

Scamwatch:'Tis the season for scammers

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council deputy mayor Lisa Intemann

Council meets on sustainability

Deputy mayor Lisa Intemann

Community Christmas celebration will be online this year

Community Christmas celebration will be online this year

MOVING AHEAD IN 2020: Laurieton Carols will be held, but differently this year.

WHAT'S ONAll's quiet on the Christmas carols front but Laurieton will be on song

Robert Dougherty

During Road Safety Week a reminder to stay safe on our roads

During Road Safety Week a reminder to stay safe on our roads

Port Macquarie-Hastings mayor Peta Pinson

Shocking vision of the moment a car hits a group of cyclists

Shocking vision of the moment a car hits a group of cyclists

Bells toll: Region's community Christmas countdown celebration goes online

WATCHBells toll: Region's community Christmas countdown celebration goes online

THOSE DAYS: Powderfinger's new compilation Unreleased 1998-2010 features songs written for their most commercially-successful albums.

Powderfinger unlock vault to reveal embarrassment of riches

AstraZeneca's vaccine is already being manufactured in Melbourne.

EXPLAINERWhen will we get our COVID-19 jabs?

Communications Minister Paul Fletcher. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Government's media reform plan rejected by key stakeholders

Harley Dennett

This flash mob is tackling a world first

This flash mob is tackling a world first

HONOURED: ARIA Hall of Fame inductee and nominated artist Archie Roach performing to a full house at the 2020 Port Fairy Folk Festival. Picture: Kyra Gillespie.

Archie Roach's life and music honoured by the ARIAs

Kimberley Price, Jessica Howard and Kyra Gillespie

POWERFUL: Sam Stubbs from Jervis Bay takes on a tough Crossfit event, featured in Sam I Am. Photo supplied.

Sam's living boldly with disability in Fearless season two

This Christmas shopping locally, supporting small businesses and considering the broader community are all on trend.

REAL AUSTRALIATime to show the true meaning of Christmas

Rachael Houlihan
1hr ago

SLOW DOWN: Rushing things that don't need to be rushed often leads to damaged relationships. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONBe wary of Christmas adventures in missing the point

Father Brendan Lee

Photo: File

DIGESTTell mum you'll be home for Christmas

Kim Chappell

LISTEN TO THIS: The winning project holds promise for those who have suffered hearing loss as a result of ageing, among other possible factors.

Hearing loss treatment crowned winner

ONLINE CHECK: There are many charities that deserve your donation this Christmas. But before giving, do a quick check on the ACNC website's Charity Register.

How to avoid charity scams this Christmas

Geraldine Cardozo

Ethicist calls for sexbots for elderly

Ethicist calls for sexbots for elderly

The heatwave at the end of November was part of Australia's hottest ever Spring.

Australia's hottest Spring on record

Outdoor stadiums and theatres in NSW will be allowed to operate at 100 per cent of capacity.

The new normal: Eased restrictions in NSW

20m ago

Salesforce.com is buying work-chatting service Slack for $A37.7 billion.

Salesforce buying work-chat service Slack

The premier has disputed claims by Victoria's Ombudsman Deborah Glass regarding her funding.

Vic ombudsman, premier feud over funding

22m ago

The Bob Brown Foundation argues that Tasmania's forest agreement doesn't protect threatened species.

Parrots dwindle as court examines forests

Karen Sweeney
22m ago

THINKING CAPS NEEDED: Eric Abetz says if Australia's housing problem isn't solved soon, the consequences may be dramatic. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONHome ownership - a social, economic good

Eric Abetz
24m ago

David Shoebridge has questioned whether an iCare executive paid $548,000 should be doing other jobs.

ICare execs grilled on underpayments

Hannah Ryan
27m ago

Closing arguments have started in the rape trial of former NRL player Jarryd Hayne.

Jurors urged to show no sympathy for Hayne

Mark Russell
29m ago

What would you like from 2021?

HAVE YOUR SAYWhat would you like from 2021?

54m ago

Wayne and Chris Jones.

Faces from the Tenterfield Campdraft

1hr ago

Fall army worms one of the latest biosecurity breaches.

Marshall urges Littleproud to clean up border biosecurity

John Ellicott
2hrs ago

Tiny "dealership" promotes an augmented reality sales platform. Photo: Volkswagen Australia.

Are you willing to buy a new car online? Because some do

Sam Hollier

Chic: Interior designer Greg Natale's work in an art deco-inspired home uses curves. Photo courtesy of Greg Netale.

A brave new world: home design trends to love in 2021

From homemade delights to indulgent purchases, there's something for everyone. Picture: Shutterstock

'Tis the season: Christmas gift ideas for food lovers

Karen Hardy