A 45-year-old man has been charged over an alleged assault in Port Macquarie that left another man with serious head and facial injuries last year.
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Kate is a proud mum of two with a wealth of journalism, media and communications experience across the New England and its surrounding regions. She raises guide dogs in her spare time, loves a good chat with her friends and colleagues, and enjoys living her best life floating between country living and the big smoke. In addition to being one of our main story writers, Kate helps manage our newsdesk and freelancers.
Posted inFeature, North Coast Surrounds, Transport and Freight
Communities urged to plan ahead for major North Coast rail shutdown
North Coast communities face travel disruptions and coach replacements during a major rail shutdown for essential maintenance works this month.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Feature, Urunga
Grom trio go back-to-back at Surf Reflections Junior Series
Alanni Morris, Max Goold and Hugo Spierings have claimed back-to-back wins at the Surf Reflections Junior Series at Hungry Head.
Posted inCrime, Feature, Toormina
Further charges laid after fatal Coffs Harbour crash
A man faces additional charges after allegedly recording a blood alcohol reading of 0.165 following a fatal Toormina crash.
Posted inAnimals, Coffs Harbour, Feature
Community input central to Great Koala National Park planning
More than 4,000 submissions are shaping plans for the proposed Great Koala National Park on the Mid North Coast.
Posted inBallina, Entertainment, Feature
Ballina set for a golden season as Emmanuel Anglican College stages Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Ballina audiences will step into a world of pure imagination this May as Emmanuel Anglican College stages Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Crime, Feature
Coffs Harbour man charged after alleged machete home invasion
A man has been charged after an alleged machete-wielding home invasion in Coffs Harbour, where police say an occupant was threatened and assaulted.
Posted inBallina, Disability, Feature
Have your say on Ballina’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan
Ballina Shire Council is inviting community feedback on its draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan to help improve accessibility and inclusion across the shire.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Feature
Police ranks boosted across NSW Mid North Coast and North Coast
Police ranks across the Mid North Coast and North Coast have been boosted with 13 new probationary constables assigned to the region.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Feature, Port Macquarie, Urunga
Surfing legends Trent Munro and Jacko Baker set for Mid North Coast junior surfing showdown
Surfing legends Trent Munro and Jacko Baker headline this weekend’s Surf Reflections Junior Series at Hungry Head Beach.