September 1, 2025
Golf day at Emerald Downs to raise funds for Hastings Cancer Trust Event organisers Brendon Roods, Lynne Frances & Ronda Laws.
Community, Sport

Golf day at Emerald Downs to raise funds for Hastings Cancer Trust

EMERALD Downs Golf Course will host the Hastings Cancer Trust Charity Golf Day on Sunday 21 September, to raise vital funds for local cancer projects. Organised by the Roods family, the annual Nine Hole Ambrose event has become a major fundraiser for the Friends of the Hastings Cancer Trust (HCT). Hastings Cancer Trust Administration Coordinator […]

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Spinal Cord Injury group offering local connections and advocacy Mid North Coast SCIA’s previous meet-ups. Photo: supplied.
Community, Health

Spinal Cord Injury group offering local connections and advocacy

Mid North Coast SCIA’s previous meet-ups. Photo: supplied. Sarah-Lynn at a meet and greet earlier this year. Photo: supplied. PEOPLE living with spinal cord injuries and neurological conditions on the Mid North Coast now have a dedicated space to connect, share, and advocate for change. The Mid North Coast Spinal Injuries Australia (SCIA) group meets […]

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Port Macquarie operators take top honours at North Coast tourism awards Silver award recipient Peta Alexopoulos with Debbie Summers, who collected Gold for the Port Macquarie Historical Society. Photo: supplied.
Business, Community

Port Macquarie operators take top honours at North Coast tourism awards

TWO local operators received major accolades at the 2025 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards in Byron Bay, highlighting Port Macquarie’s strength in the tourism sector. Port Macquarie Museum claimed Gold in the Cultural Tourism category, in recognition of its engaging exhibitions and dedication to preserving and sharing the region’s heritage. “This award is wonderful recognition […]

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Buddhist monks journey to Lorne for Almsgiving ceremony Ajahn Por, Ajahn Noi and Ajahn Bom during the Almsgiving ceremony. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography.
Community, Event

Buddhist monks journey to Lorne for Almsgiving ceremony

Ajahn Bom and Ajahn Noi exploring the Lorne property of Tin Tin Nu and Ian Oxenford. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Ajahn Por, Ajahn Noi and Ajahn Bom during the Almsgiving ceremony. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Members of the Buddhist community of Camden Haven with monks Ajahn Por, Ajahn Noi and Ajahn Bom. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Ajahn Bom. […]

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Port parishioners celebrate 1700 years since the Nicene Creed Concelebrating clergy (l-r) Rev. Paul Gooley and Rev. Shane Hyland, St Agnes’ Catholic Church; Rev. Yoshiya Sakamoto and Rev. Leanne Smith, St Thomas’ Anglican Church; Rev. Lofa Anga'aelangi, Uniting Church; Right Rev. Professor Stephen Pickard, Retired Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn; Rev. Jon Cornish, St Columba Anglican School; and Pastor Dr Mark Worthing, St Peter’s Lutheran Church. Photo: Pauline Cain.
Community

Port parishioners celebrate 1700 years since the Nicene Creed

Concelebrating clergy (l-r) Rev. Paul Gooley and Rev. Shane Hyland, St Agnes’ Catholic Church; Rev. Yoshiya Sakamoto and Rev. Leanne Smith, St Thomas’ Anglican Church; Rev. Lofa Anga’aelangi, Uniting Church; Right Rev. Professor Stephen Pickard, Retired Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn; Rev. Jon Cornish, St Columba Anglican School; and Pastor Dr […]

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Billabong Zoo farewells much-loved snow leopard Khumbu Khumbu was a favourite with Zoo staff and visitors. Photos: supplied.
Community

Billabong Zoo farewells much-loved snow leopard Khumbu

Khumbu was a favourite with Zoo staff and visitors. Photos: supplied. BILLABONG Zoo’s snow leopard Khumbu passed away peacefully on 3 August at the age of 21, surrounded by the keepers who had cared for him for the past 10 years. “Khumbu holds a special place in our history as our very first big cat,” […]

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Heartbeat of the Hastings: Troy Zrebiec
Community

Heartbeat of the Hastings: Troy Zrebiec

ALTHOUGH Troy Zrebiec didn’t grow up in the Port Macquarie region, he’s wholeheartedly embraced life here since making the move in January 2025. “When I landed in Port Macquarie, I quickly found work on the Port AdVenture and realised how much I loved being out on the water,” he said. Troy is now volunteering with […]

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Port parishioners celebrate 1700 years since the Nicene Creed Concelebrating clergy (l-r) Rev. Paul Gooley and Rev. Shane Hyland, St Agnes’ Catholic Church; Rev. Yoshiya Sakamoto and Rev. Leanne Smith, St Thomas’ Anglican Church; Rev. Lofa Anga'aelangi, Uniting Church; Right Rev. Professor Stephen Pickard, Retired Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn; Rev. Jon Cornish, St Columba Anglican School; and Pastor Dr Mark Worthing, St Peter’s Lutheran Church. Photo: Pauline Cain.
Community

Port parishioners celebrate 1700 years since the Nicene Creed

Concelebrating clergy (l-r) Rev. Paul Gooley and Rev. Shane Hyland, St Agnes’ Catholic Church; Rev. Yoshiya Sakamoto and Rev. Leanne Smith, St Thomas’ Anglican Church; Rev. Lofa Anga’aelangi, Uniting Church; Right Rev. Professor Stephen Pickard, Retired Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn; Rev. Jon Cornish, St Columba Anglican School; and Pastor Dr […]

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Port Mac Goss: Nik Lipovac
Community

Port Mac Goss: Nik Lipovac

A RADIO host with Cruze FM and a local councillor, Nik Lipovac’s passion for the Port Macquarie region is clear for all to see. Nik is also an advocate for many community organisations across the Mid North Coast. Port Macquarie Goss this week features a man who loves his job and his community. From Sydney’s […]

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Community turns out for launch of new dyslexia-friendly collection at Port Macquarie Library Engaged attendees at the launch event.
Community

Community turns out for launch of new dyslexia-friendly collection at Port Macquarie Library

Engaged attendees at the launch event. Dyslexia resources are now clearly marked in community libraries. A NEW dyslexia-friendly book collection was officially launched at Port Macquarie Library on Saturday 26 July, attracting more than 40 attendees and heartfelt community engagement. The launch event featured a presentation and Q&A session designed to support individuals and families […]

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