FIRST Nations artists, makers and producers will take centre stage at the inaugural Djarii Markets in Taree on Saturday, 10 October. Presented by Reconciliation Taree and Manning Regional Art Gallery, the event will celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander creativity, entrepreneurship and cultural strength. Reconciliation Taree secretary Kate Everingham said the markets were inspired by […]

ABORIGINAL Pathways to Water Operations is a two-week, culturally safe program supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to build practical skills, explore career opportunities and prepare for work in water operations. Participants were selected from across the Mid North Coast to complete the program in Port Macquarie throughout September, with training delivered by Fusion […]

UNDER proposed amendments to the Fisheries Management Act 1994 before the NSW Parliament, aquaculture lease terms will double from 15 to 30 years, giving businesses greater certainty to invest, innovate and plan for the long term. These proposed changes will benefit 235 oyster aquaculture businesses, operating 2,421 aquaculture leases in 18 Local Government Areas along […]

Hastings Landcare volunteers will collect litter from Rocks Ferry Reserve and nearby riverfront areas on 18 October. Photo: Hastings Landcare. WAUCHOPE’S Rocks Ferry Reserve will receive a Spring clean-up courtesy of Hastings Landcare members and community volunteers on 18 October. Litter will be collected from the area between the Rocks Ferry picnic area and the […]

Peter Hennessey, Allan Bruhn, Karen Hall and Di Davison at the installation of Bertha’s Basket. Photo: Pauline Cain. Allan Bruhn’s attention to detail artistically represents Bertha York’s cane basket, with flowers, a bird, a caterpillar – even a ladybug. Photo: Pauline Cain. Bertha York’s original woven basket. Photo: Port Macquarie Museum. A METAL sculpture of […]

WITH summer approaching and the risk of bushfires and other severe weather increasing across parts of Australia, Rural Aid is encouraging farmers to register now. The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting warmer and drier conditions across parts of the country this Spring, with increased bushfire risk in several areas. The months ahead also bring the […]

LIONS Club Port Macquarie officially opened the refurbished ramp at the Lions Club Hall on Hastings River Drive on Monday 31 August. Robert Dwyer MP, Member for Port Macquarie, officiated the event. President Dennis Marks welcomed visitors and guests, including neighbours from Endeavour Clubhouse who joined Lions members for morning tea. Lions member, John Fulton […]

PORT Macquarie Pink Ladies have welcomed Karen Fraser as their new President following the volunteer group’s Annual General Meeting in August. Ms Fraser takes over from outgoing President Gabby Gregory, who retired from the role after 12 years of leadership and service to the Pink Ladies and Port Macquarie Base Hospital. During the past financial […]

PATHFINDERS’ Support Your Path (SYP) program has been recognised as one of Australia’s leading regional disability service providers after winning a national Enablement Award for the second consecutive year. The team received the 2026 Enablement Award for Most Outstanding Regional Not-for-Profit Providing NDIS Services for Children, Youth and Families in Australia at the Enablement Awards […]

The children’s chorus for ‘Don Giovanni’ backstage at The Glasshouse. Stephanie Arnold, Opera Australia Chorus Master, leading the children in rehearsal the day prior to the performance. Photos: Supplied. FIFTEEN talented young singers from the Port Macquarie region had an unforgettable moment in the spotlight when they performed alongside Opera Australia’s cast in ‘Don Giovanni’ […]