Brice with one of his latest catches. Photo: supplied
Brice with one of his latest catches. Photo: supplied Brice sharing his love of the ocean. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. CAMDEN Haven’s Brice Hayward has personal experience of the power of fishing and the ocean to change lives. A primary school teacher and facilitator of Indigenous cultural camps, Brice believes that fishing has the potential for […]
Becke’s family cottage at the corner of William and Owen streets was known as Becke’s Corner and is now the Luxor Apartments.
Louis Becke (1855-1913). Photo: from the book ‘Louis Becke’ by Professor Grove Day (decd). Dr Chrystopher J Spicer in Port Macquarie with David Bawden ahead of the 170th birthday celebrations. Becke’s family cottage at the corner of William and Owen streets was known as Becke’s Corner and is now the Luxor Apartments. THE descendants of […]
PMDFHS members Secretary Jennifer Mullin, President Diane Gillespie and Publicity Officer Karen. Photo: Pauline Cain.
Society founders Cheryl Perry and Barbara Robins. Photo: supplied PMDFHS members Secretary Jennifer Mullin, President Diane Gillespie and Publicity Officer Karen. Photo: Pauline Cain. PORT Macquarie and Districts Family History Society is celebrating its 40th birthday with a luncheon for current and former members. It will be held at the racecourse on Saturday 28 June. […]
DECODABLE readers, now recognised as an effective tool for supporting early and struggling readers, will form a new permanent collection in the children’s section of local libraries. The resources will be distributed across Port Macquarie, Laurieton, and Wauchope branches, ensuring access for families throughout the Hastings and Camden Haven regions. The readers will be officially […]
Irene Balkema, Jenny Watts, jockey Luke Rolls, Tickle Me Pink, and Rick Balkema.
Irene Balkema, Jenny Watts, jockey Luke Rolls, Tickle Me Pink, and Rick Balkema. ‘Ditto’, the Bravehearts mascot. LOCAL businesses rallied behind Tuesday’s Bravehearts charity race day, generously sponsoring each of the seven races. Naming rights were snapped up, resulting in the Coolcene Air Maiden, Dittos Keep Safe Adventure Shows Maiden, Divine Experiences Country Plate, Stone […]
Fishing clubs can apply for up to $2,000 to host a variety of activities, such as casting and fishing workshops. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography.
FISHING clubs and associated organisations are being encouraged to join in the state-wide ‘Gone Fishing Day’ festivities on Sunday 19 October by hosting their own events. NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) Acting Director Fisheries Management, Bryan Van Der Walt said clubs can apply for a fishing package or grants up to […]
The Best of the Bee Gees have been performing the hits of the ‘60s/70s icons for more than 25 years.
ALMOST 50 years since the release of Saturday Night Fever in 1977, The Best of the Bee Gees show comes to the Glasshouse on Friday, 25 July. A globally respected cover band, the Best of the Bee Gees have been performing the hits of the ‘60s/70s icons for more than 25 years. They will be […]
Cafe owner/operator, Jess Davidson.. Photo: Pauline Cain.
Cafe owner/operator, Jess Davidson.. Photo: Pauline Cain. Melanie Evans’ artwork ‘Compassion’. Photo: Pauline Cain. JESS Davidson, cafe owner and operator of Home at Roto House, says it is “business as usual” even though the Koala Hospital next door is closed until 2026 for renovations. This month, an art exhibition is being staged in the dining […]
Judy Campbell and Bill Harrow of the Harry and Pearl Ensemble took out Best Production. Bill and Judy as Edmund and June. THE Harry and Pearl Ensemble took out the major award of Best Production in the One Act Play Festival at The Players Theatre over the June long weekend. The winning play, “Edmund and […]
Jean Balland and Halia Senu’s artwork is on display until 31 August. Photo: supplied.
FUN, functional, and furry, Cassegrain Winery’s brand-new exhibition Our Kingdom is set to wag tails as tastebuds are tickled this June. From paintings and sculptures to man’s best friend and songbirds, visitors can wander through the restaurant and cellar door and marvel at the work of talented local artists, Jean Balland and Halia Senu. The […]
