Cr Lisa Intemann was first elected to Council in 1995. Photo: PMHC. Deputy Mayor Nik Lipovac praised Cr Intemann’s ability to speak from the heart. Photo: supplied. Flowers mark Cr Intemann’s now empty seat in the Council Chambers. Photo: supplied. THE Hastings Valley has lost one of its tireless champions, with the death of Councillor […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

A FULL-TIME wheelchair user for 54 years, Noel Hiffernan OAM is calling on residents to provide extensive feedback to Council on the Port Macquarie Town Centre Parking Precinct Plan. A fierce advocate for people with a disability, Mr Hiffernan is passionate about ensuring accessible, safe and effective parking for all. The draft plan proposes several […]

Dashcam shows the moment the B-double’s rear wheels lifted off the pavement. Photo: supplied to @PortMacquarieOnScene. The B-double tipped on its side at the John Oxley Drive and Oxley Highway roundabout. Photos: supplied by @PortMacquarieOnScene. The B-double tipped on its side at the John Oxley Drive and Oxley Highway roundabout. Photos: supplied by @PortMacquarieOnScene. The […]

THE Lifeline Shop in Wauchope is calling for new volunteers as the organisation works to meet increasing demand for crisis support funding and local community services. The Wauchope op-shop – together with Lifeline Shops in Kempsey, Port Macquarie, Wauchope, Wingham and Forster – forms an essential fundraising network for Lifeline Mid Coast and relies heavily […]

RURAL Aid has released the third annual Pulse of the Paddock farmer survey report, offering a candid snapshot of how Australian farmers are navigating mental health, uncertainty and the realities of life on the land. Based on the experiences of nearly 1,400 farmers surveyed during October and November 2025, Rural Aid says the report shows […]

THE Lord Street footpath upgrade between Flynn and Herschell streets is complete. The work involved laying 265 metres of accessible pavement and the relocation of a pedestrian refuge. The $412,000 upgrade was jointly funded by the Federal and State governments under the Road Safety Program, and aligns with Port Macquarie Hastings Council’s Walking and Cycling […]

HUNDREDS of locals have heeded the call to submit feedback on the worsening congestion on the Oxley Highway at Wrights Road, but more are needed to strengthen the case for its upgrade. Feedback can be left on the Transport for NSW website at haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/sritp/north-coast. Head to the “pin on the map’ section and select “add […]