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Aviation cost issues putting Mid North Coast at “huge disadvantage”

Aviation cost issues putting Mid North Coast at “huge disadvantage”

Different airports, same problems: Mid North Coast mayors calling for collaboration on regional aviation challenges.

Douglas Connor
WatchWatch
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WATCH: What happened at the 2026 Kempsey Show

WATCH: What happened at the 2026 Kempsey Show

From camel races to rides and freestyle motocross, the annual show had a bunch in store.

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This Kempsey bakery was in waist-deep water a year ago. How has it bounced back?

This Kempsey bakery was in waist-deep water a year ago. How has it bounced back?

"Everyone pitched in and helped us back on our feet."

CouncilCouncil
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“We can’t do this alone”: Council needs urgent help fixing antisocial behaviour in Kempsey’s CBD

“We can’t do this alone”: Council needs urgent help fixing antisocial behaviour in Kempsey’s CBD

The issue is nothing new, but it’s escalating, and council says it needs support from the state to address the underlying drivers.

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WATCH: How Akubra hats are made in Kempsey

WATCH: How Akubra hats are made in Kempsey

Take a tour through the factory.

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The man behind Kempsey's Lou's Cafe reflects on 42 years at the helm

The man behind Kempsey's Lou's Cafe reflects on 42 years at the helm

“If you’re not optimistic about what you do, get the hell out of it.”

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No foot paths and a 70km speed limit: Kempsey students say walking to school feels unsafe

No foot paths and a 70km speed limit: Kempsey students say walking to school feels unsafe

The narrow bridge over Rudders Lagoon barely fits two passing vehicles.

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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.

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Kempsey Food Pantry demand more than doubles as locals battle rising costs

Kempsey Food Pantry demand more than doubles as locals battle rising costs

Kempsey Community Food Pantry offers more than just a cheap meal for those doing it tough.