NOT-FOR-PROFITS schools and councils are being encouraged to apply for the NSW Government’s Infrastructure Grants program, which is now open and offering between $50,000 and $300,000 to fund community-focused projects. Member for Oxley Michael Kemp said the Clubgrants Category 3 Fund is an excellent opportunity to secure funding for projects that make a lasting impact […]

FORESTRY Corporation is reminding residents to purchase firewood authorisations before collecting wood from State forests. Recent updates have been made to Forestry Corporation’s online firewood permit page. The conditions for firewood collection have also been updated and should be understood prior to entering State forests. The system now distinguishes some locations between pine and native […]

“JUST give it a go,” is Steve Brbich’s message as he prepares to take to the dancefloor in this year’s Cancer Council Stars of the Hastings. With seven to eight weeks left of training with his partner from Coastal Performing Arts Studio, Steve’s Bruno Mars-inspired Funk Jazz number is not something that comes naturally. “Dance […]

Jesse Green’s photo of Tuesday’s sunset shows why Port Macquarie is a haven for photographers. Matthew Doyle used a drone to capture Tuesday’s sunset from Ascot Park. Photo: Unearthed by Matt. PROFESSIONAL photographers and happy snappers were quick to capture this week’s stunning sunsets across the Hastings Valley. Hues of bright red, orange and purple […]

TfNSW workers stabilise a hillside near Mt Seaview. Photos: TfNSW. Scores of landslips have been cleared since May’s severe weather. Photo: David Heffernan. The Oxley Highway will remain single lane in parts until at least November. Photo: David Heffernan. THE Hasting Valley’s and Camden Haven’s primary connection to the North West and New England has […]

THE State Government is rolling out a new ‘Find Your Path on a NSW Great Walk’ campaign that highlights seven spectacular multi-day walks across NSW. The new campaign highlights an impressive 275km of walking tracks in regional NSW that have opened to the public within the last two years. The walks showcase some of the […]

LYN Murphy is one of those people whose presence makes you feel calm, inspired and hopeful all at once. From a young age, Lyn had a deep sense of compassion. She began fundraising at school, drawn to helping others and making a difference. That sense of community never left her. Over the years, Lyn has […]

2Way FM’s Liz Faassen. Dave ‘Scoop’ Lazarus and Liz Faassen discussing community media. 2WAYFM Hastings Community Radio celebrates 40 years of broadcasting in 2026. Liz Faassen has been with the station for more than 11 years, as a presenter, program manager, sponsorship coordinator and committee member. It was a pleasure to interview Liz for this […]

NEUROSCIENCE Research Australia (NeuRA) will expand its Deadly Brains program to the Mid North Coast after receiving a $200,000 grant from the Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation. The funding will support the development of culturally safe research practices aimed at promoting brain health equity. This project marks the first phase of a research initiative focused on […]

St AGNES’ Primary School Year 3 teacher Mrs Laura Stapleton has been selected to work with the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) as a member of its Panel of Educators, Teachers and Leaders (PETL). Mrs Stapleton is contributing her professional insights to help guide the development of national educational research and resources. Her involvement ensures […]