'Nowadays, if anyone sees a shark, it always is a great white.' Photo: freepik.
Part 3: See earlier editions of NOTA for Parts 1 and 2. “In 1945, my first year in the Narrowgut Crew, I earned £450 in two months. That was a lot of money for a young bloke,” said Ken Barry. “Did you ever come face-to-face with a great white shark?” I quizzed “Probably have,” replied […]
If you’re fishing off the rocks, wear a lifejacket and try to fish with a mate.
FROM recent reports black drummer, also known as rock blackfish, are keen to rumble off the rocks anywhere between Fingal and Rocky Point. Best baits include fresh or salted cunjevoi, or bread and prawns tossed into a bread berley trail. A 2/0 hook and just enough lead to get you into the strike zone, which […]
115 Promontory Way, North Arm Cove 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 5 Car Expressions of interest POSITIONED in one of the most sought-after absolute waterfront locations on the East Coast, 115 Promontory Way presents a rare opportunity to secure a beautifully renovated waterfront residence with breathtaking west-facing views and unforgettable sunsets. Set on a generous parcel […]
I AM sure you have heard it before. About two years after purchasing a new boat, just about everyone starts to think that they should have bought a bigger one, with a bigger motor, to presumably catch bigger fish further out to sea. Let me tell you my tale, which is something akin to a […]
Commercial fisherman Greg Tarrant struggles to hold a monster tailor.
WITH the availability of AI and other means of distorting photographs I was a little skeptical when these amazing images landed on my desk. This is the biggest tailor, a Jumbo, I have ever seen! Netted off the beach, this huge fish estimated close to 10kg, by local Greg Tarrant and his commercial fishing crew […]
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LEGENDARY singer-songwriter Leo Sayer surprised staff and diners at Mumm’s on the Myall when he stopped by the popular Tea Gardens restaurant on Saturday 30 May. The visit created plenty of excitement among patrons and staff, with the internationally acclaimed performer taking time to enjoy the local hospitality during his stay in the area. Known […]
THE Pacific Palms Art Festival has wrapped up for another year. Artists from across the region were recognised for their outstanding work in the annual Exhibition and Sale, which was shown over the long from Friday 5 June to Sunday 7 June. Ninety-seven artists submitted a total of 189 entries across six categories, with works […]
The northern face of Broughton Island looking toward Seal Rocks. Photo: Supplied.
RECREATIONAL fishers are forever seeking the ultimate fishing experience. Fishing Utopia, the jewel in the crown. Well, I have found it! Two kilometres off the coast between Port Stephens and Forster sits an island wonderland where the fishing opportunities are endless. Three kilometres long and two kilometres wide, Broughton Island is the only island off […]
Blabba, the unexpected tribute band, rounded out the afternoon. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Villa Voce serenaded the Biggest Morning Tea attendees under the Promenade’s enormous chandelier. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Nearly 200 voices sang along to favourite Ville Voce songs. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. A MASSIVE Morning Tea was held at the Palm Lake Resort Promenade on Saturday […]
