Skipper fined after targeting Labor MPs on Port Stephens waterway

July 17, 2025

Lauren EvansJuly 17, 2025

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A skipper who targeted Labor MPs with wake from his power-boat in Port Stephens, has been fined.

Jared Luke Banek faced Raymond Terrace Court today – where he was convicted of ‘interfering’ with the waterway.

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Lauren Evans

Originally from Sydney, Lauren Evans began her journalism career in 2022 after completing a Bachelor of Media at UNSW. Following multiple TV roles in Hobart and Orange, she joined NBN News at the start of 2025 and is based in Gosford. Any potential leads can be sent to lauren.evans@nine.com.au.

Skipper fined after targeting Labor MPs on Port Stephens waterway

July 17, 2025

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