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Councillors adopt recommendations from Glasshouse strategic review

COUNCILLORS discussed and noted a strategic review into the operation of the Glasshouse at Port Macquarie-Hastings Council’s 19 March meeting. The review extended over a 24-month period and is an “evidence-based assessment” of the Council-owned cultural and entertainment asset. After an initial motion on the review was brought forward by councillor Mark Hornshaw, a series […]

Local News

MP’s push for more social housing in Port Macquarie.

MEMBER for Port Macquarie Rob Dwyer has called for more social and affordable housing across the Port Macquarie electorate during an address to Parliament on Tuesday night. Ahead of the state budget, Mr Dwyer said more funds were needed to increase supply as housing stress and homelessness were continuing to rise across the region. “Too […]

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Why fear campaigns work

DEAR News Of The Area, I FIND it hard to find sensible discussion about migration coming from the opposition. Instead they seek to politicise the issue and turn it into a fear campaign. Fear campaigns work because they do not require facts, merely a grievance, and appeal to our natural desire for simple solutions to […]

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: On being brave and hindsight

DEAR News Of The Area, SINCE my teens, following the 1973 Arab oil embargo, we have been acutely aware of the finite nature of fossil fuels. And although scientists have warned that burning fossil fuels contributes to climate change for over a century, these concerns have become urgent since the 1980s. So, in Australia we […]

Jasminda's Advice

‘On the couch’ with Jasminda

DEAR Jasminda, MY daughter’s class is holding a fundraiser to raise funds to paint the play equipment. I’ve let the relatives know and now they are getting competitive with their offers. Kylie G. Dear Kylie, Fundraisers used to be done in a clandestine way, much like nanna slipping little Jimmy a cool fifty bucks in […]

Community

Community generosity drives record result at Port Macquarie ToxTails fundraiser

Liberty Domestic and Family Violence Specialist Services CEO Kelly Lamb, Dr Kristy Kostalas from Port Medical Aesthetics Clinic and Regional Australia Bank Chief Risk Officer Les Bailey. Photo: Atlantis Creative. Dancers entertain the crowd at the fundraiser. Photo: Atlantis Creative. THE Hastings community has again given generously in support of Liberty Domestic and Family Violence […]

Community

Luke Mackay recognised for 28 years of service at Wauchope supermarket

LUKE Mackay has been recognised for 28 years of service at Ritchies Timbertown IGA and his strong connection to the Wauchope community. A familiar and friendly face to customers, Luke has become a well-known local identity. Ritchies Timbertown IGA Manager James Thomson said Luke had become an important part of both the workplace and the […]

Local News

Heartbeat of the Hastings: Joan Burley

SOME people in our community quietly make a difference every single day not for recognition or reward, but simply because they care. Joan Burley is one of those people. For the past 14 years, Joan has volunteered at the Glasshouse Port Macquarie, becoming a familiar and welcoming presence to thousands of locals and visitors. She […]

Health

Heart Health NSW donates ‘Sara Stedy’ aid to Port Macquarie hospital

Heart Health NSW’s Dennis Bridgeland, Bill Peck, Reg Wilkinson, Bryan Gough, Kaitlin Largent and Mandy Short experience firsthand the benefits of the Sara Stedy. Photo: supplied. Heart Health NSW members with Mandy Short and the plaque honouring Doug Short. Photo: supplied. PORT Macquarie Base Hospital’s Coronary Care Unit has strengthened its patient care capabilities following […]

Community

Hayley Gibbs joins trek in Western Australia to support youth homelessness

A MID North Coast woman is turning past hardships into purposeful action, walking 135 kilometres across Western Australia to support young people facing homelessness. Hayley Gibbs draws on her own lived experience of youth homelessness to advocate for others who face instability, fear and isolation. She is raising funds and awareness for regional communities, with […]