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From plant-based options to wedding venue hire, this laneway cafe in Coffs Harbour is a must-visit

From plant-based options to wedding venue hire, this laneway cafe in Coffs Harbour is a must-visit

The Darks Arts Cafe and Bar has a menu fit for all, quirky decor, venue hire and more.

Ellie Chamberlain
Port Macquarie-HastingsPort Macquarie-Hastings
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Will Port Macquarie ever get its new aquatic centre?

Will Port Macquarie ever get its new aquatic centre?

Multi-million dollar funding is needed to make the Port Macquarie Aquatic Facility a reality, but where will it come from now that council's application for $13.6M in federal funding has been denied?

Ellie Chamberlain
Federal ElectionFederal Election
Sick of dropped calls? Caz Heise has a plan

Sick of dropped calls? Caz Heise has a plan

Independent candidate for Cowper talks to the Mid North Coaster about her strategy for more mobile towers, more connection, and the importance of reliable reception in times of natural disaster.

Ellie Chamberlain
Crescent HeadCrescent Head
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No more beach driving at back beach: National Parks explains why

No more beach driving at back beach: National Parks explains why

We asked National Parks and Wildlife Service why cars are being taken off the beach, the impacts, and if more gates are expected to be installed.

Ellie Chamberlain
CrimeCrime
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Two men charged with alleged stabbing of 28-year-old in Port Macquarie

Two men charged with alleged stabbing of 28-year-old in Port Macquarie

The men – both aged 21 – were arrested at a home on Oxide Street.

Ellie Chamberlain
Monthly music eventsMonthly music events
Music gigs to see on the Mid North Coast in February

Music gigs to see on the Mid North Coast in February

Catch these artists on tour during their Mid North Coast stops this month.

Ellie Chamberlain
FoodFood
Our top picks for wood-fired pizza on the Mid North Coast

Our top picks for wood-fired pizza on the Mid North Coast

The must-visit venues serving wood-fired pizzas on the Mid North Coast

Ellie Chamberlain
PoliticsPolitics
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🟡 This is a real race: Independent Caz Heise takes on Pat Conaghan with focus on healthcare and housing

🟡 This is a real race: Independent Caz Heise takes on Pat Conaghan with focus on healthcare and housing

We asked the runners for the seat of Cowper what the people should expect if they're voted in.

Ellie Chamberlain
Monthly music eventsMonthly music events
February's best live music events on the Mid North Coast

February's best live music events on the Mid North Coast

From tour stops to weekly sessions, find out where to catch live music on the Mid North Coast this month.

Ellie Chamberlain
Local BusinessLocal Business
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From bottle caps to blister packs : this Kempsey store collects your hard to recycle items

From bottle caps to blister packs : this Kempsey store collects your hard to recycle items

Single-use plastics given a second life with a public collection initiative.

Ellie Chamberlain
DrinkDrink
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Where to grab a coffee after 3pm in Port Macquarie

Where to grab a coffee after 3pm in Port Macquarie

Cafe's, burger bars, surf shops and shopping centres: here's where to go for a cuppa Joe.

Ellie Chamberlain
Local BusinessLocal Business
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Empty shopfronts and struggling businesses: Will the Kempsey Cash initiative help?

Empty shopfronts and struggling businesses: Will the Kempsey Cash initiative help?

The gift card, rolled out in 2024, aims to support local small business.

Ellie Chamberlain
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