Manning River Times

1 week ago | manningrivertimes.com.au | Miriam Webber

A second leaders' debate between Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton simmered away - for the most part - cordially on Wednesday evening, though a suggestion that the pair are more similar than they like to admit elicited a scoff.

1 week ago | manningrivertimes.com.au | Rick Kernick

Home-grown Taree resident, Darcy Elbourne is one of those blokes you just want to have around. SALE ON NOW! Tap into unlimited access or signup to continue reading All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other in your areaHe's spent a lifetime in the area, and for every opportunity it has provided him, he's gone out of his way to return the favour.

1 week ago | manningrivertimes.com.au | Rick Kernick

This year commemorates the 110th anniversary of the Gallipoli Landings. SALE ON NOW! Tap into unlimited access or signup to continue reading All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other in your areaTo mark this significant anniversary, Taree RSL Sub-branch is urging all members of the community to participate in honouring all those who served and sacrificed.

1 week ago | manningrivertimes.com.au | Simon Chamberlain

Ryan Harris, Bucketts Way, Forbesdale, via Gloucester was making the most of some sunshine to replant Concorde 2 rye grass, affected by 130mm of rain the day after its first planting. Picture by Simon ChamberlainIt's not the ideal start for any sowing season - 130 millimetres the day after planting - but for Ryan Harris, he will take the good with the bad.

1 week ago | manningrivertimes.com.au | Jeanene Duncan

Greens candidate for the federal seat of Lyne, Tom Ferrier has drawn to the coveted top position in the ballot draw for next month's federal election. SALE ON NOW! Tap into unlimited access or signup to continue reading All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other in your areaThe draw was held last Friday, April 11 at the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) office in Taree.