July 16, 2025
Port Mac Goss: Alex and Marianna Vozzo Marianna Vozzo.
Community

Port Mac Goss: Alex and Marianna Vozzo

THIS week for Port Mac Goss, I caught up with Alex and Marianna Vozzo, the proud owners of East Port Motor Inn. As relative newcomers to Port Macquarie, what do you think about the vibe of the region? It’s heaven to us! We honestly believe that Port Macquarie is the best town in NSW. We […]

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Creativity, connection and sustainability at the heart of new Port Macquarie op shop Regular shopper Poppy Mckinlay with local social entrepreneur Dawn Tindall. Photo: Sis Higgins.
Community

Creativity, connection and sustainability at the heart of new Port Macquarie op shop

A COLOURFUL new space in Port Macquarie is quickly becoming a hub for creativity, sustainability and community. The Arts and Crafts Op Shop, founded by local social entrepreneur Dawn Tindall, offers more than second-hand craft supplies, it’s a place where people can come together, share skills and build connections. “I opened it for ArtWalk,” Dawn […]

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Scammers on prowl as Tax Time begins
Community, Government

Scammers on prowl as Tax Time begins

A recently received scam email. A Commonwealth Bank infographic illustrates that Aussies are scam-aware, but a third of us still miss the clues. Image: CBA. THE clock is now ticking to get annual tax returns in before the 31 October deadline. Sadly, this window provides a veritable hunting ground for scammers, prompting warnings from the […]

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Budding presenters visit 2WayFM studio Greg Hayward with home schooled children and parents.
Community

Budding presenters visit 2WayFM studio

HOME schooled children and their parents have visited community radio station 2WAY FM 103.9 in Wauchope for a tour of its facilities and studio. Hosted by Station President Dennis Owen and Treasurer Greg Hayward, the visitors were given a general overview of the operation. Viewing presenters through the studio window proved enticing for the inquisitive […]

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Heartbeat of the Hastings: Planchette/Riley Cone
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Heartbeat of the Hastings: Planchette/Riley Cone

RILEY Cone, the creative local behind Mid North Coast drag sensation Planchette, uses art and performance to connect with others, spark conversation and advocate for the queer community. Starting on a drag journey in 2021, Riley has been working closely with local LGBTQIA+ advocacy groups ever since, helping to create safe, inclusive spaces along the […]

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Local clubs fundraising to help dairy farmers’ flood recovery Local dairy farmer Tim Bale at the launch with Robert Dwyer MP and Panthers General Manager John Fearnley. Photo: supplied.
Community

Local clubs fundraising to help dairy farmers’ flood recovery

A GRASSROOTS fundraising campaign to support local dairy farmers devastated by recent floods, was launched on Monday 30 June by Member for Port Macquarie Robert Dwyer. “The recent severe flooding has had a devastating impact on our local communities, including the dairy farmers in the Manning and Hastings region,” he said. “These hardworking families are […]

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