12+ hour, 2+ min ago  (335+ words) One year ago, the Kempsey Shire experienced a devastating natural event that many community members are still recovering from. The continuous deluge of rain from May 22 to May 25, 2025, saturated the Macleay Valley catchment, breaking long-standing records as water ripped through…...

1+ day, 53+ min ago  (316+ words) The Macleay Argus Get ready to build memories! Rainbow Bricks" RLUG is thrilled to present the annual Port Macquarie Brickfest, A LEGO Fan Event, now held in June. Taking place at the Port Macquarie Indoor Sports Stadium, this family-favourite exhibition…...

3+ day, 7+ hour ago  (473+ words) Passengers from a cruise ship afflicted by the rare and deadly hantavirus have touched down in Australia before a three-week quarantine. Four Australian citizens, one permanent resident and one New Zealander, who were evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship,…...

3+ day, 7+ hour ago  (459+ words) The Macleay Argus Improving accountability and productivity with real-time vehicle visibility This content is provided by a third party. The impact of real-time visibility on fleet operations Modern fleet tracking systems have revolutionised the way transport and service businesses manage…...

1+ week, 6+ hour ago  (404+ words) The ocean has always been a sanctuary for many, yet often, the lineup can feel more like a battlefield than a place of zen. Even in the relatively uncrowded waters of the Mid North Coast, tension has simmered for decades;…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (254+ words) The Macleay Argus The 2025 release of Paul Dempsey's "Shotgun Karaoke Vol. II' (EMI) album saw the Something For Kate frontman revel in the stripped-back and spontaneous approach that brought the party vibes to the subsequent capital city tour. So much…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (282+ words) On Friday, May 1, Judge Juliana Crofts sentenced Jason Luckhurst, 32, to an 18-month supervised community corrections order and 80 hours of community service for the threats, as well as stalking and intimidation. Defence lawyer Glenn Matthews told the court that Luckhurst had…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (807+ words) Few figures have left a mark on Australian surf culture as wide as Shane Stedman; engineer, surfboard pioneer, entrepreneur, and one of Crescent Head's most distinctive sons. Awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2024 for his services to the surf…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (452+ words) Esther Wallace's last words to her mother were: "I think something bad is going to happen." Soon after, the 47-year-old spent the day with her on-again-off-again boyfriend and the pair set out on a moonlit bush walk. The couple traversed…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (193+ words) University coach Josh Meads praises his team's 'unstoppable' speed following a scintillating 52-8 victory against Wanderers. Discover their tactical brilliance....