John Chandler and John Crisp at the Breakwall .
JOHN Crisp is not ashamed of his past and will openly talk about his experiences with homelessness, mental health challenges and addiction. With 33 years of sobriety under his belt, he is an advocate for all aspects of men’s health, and as a peer support worker the Port Macquarie resident spends many hours a week […]
A security vehicle blocks access to Hamilton Green on Sunday, 12 October. Photo: Peter Varley, FB.
Some of the buildings are leased by the Port Macquarie Art Society. The markets were founded 55 years ago by the late Maureen Cooke. A security vehicle blocks access to Hamilton Green on Sunday, 12 October. Photo: Peter Varley, FB. The road into Hamilton Green was clear on Wednesday. CONFUSION and bewilderment have followed the […]
Port Macquarie’s Museum, a cultural standout. Photo: supplied
FINALISTS have been announced for the 2025 NSW Tourism Awards, with more than 230 nominations from across the state, including 38 finalists from the North Coast. This year marks the first inclusion of finalists from the North Coast. Natalie Godward, CEO of the NSW Tourism Association, said the finalists reflect the strength, passion and professionalism […]
Chris Gaunt at Flynn’s Beach.
DAVE Hancock was involved in the Rural Fire Service for many years, but when he moved to Pappinburra he decided he’d like a new challenge. He has always loved the beach, so he joined the Disabled Surfers Association (DSA). For the last 15 years he has helped the community enjoy the ocean at Flynn’s Beach. […]
‘Hope’ the Joey at Port Macquarie’s breeding facility. Photo: supplied.
‘Hope’ the Joey at Port Macquarie’s breeding facility. Photo: supplied. GoFundMe CEO Tim Cadogan presents an award to Sue Ashton, Koala Conservation Australia Chairperson. Photo: supplied. Mayor Adam Roberts also accepted an award from GoFundMe CEO Tim Cadogan. Photo: supplied. Tim Cadogan and the Koala Conservation Australia team. Photo: supplied. KOALA Conservation Australia (KCA) has […]
Posidonia australis forms rich underwater meadows. Photo: Seeds of the Sea.
A NEW citizen science project led by UNSW Sydney is inviting beachgoers, snorkelers and divers to spot and share photographs of seagrass flowers along Australia’s coasts. The endangered seagrass Posidonia australis forms rich underwater meadows that capture carbon, support fisheries, and help stabilise shorelines. It’s one of the most important habitats in coastal ecosystems but […]
Port Macquarie Marine Rescue members Grant James, Lilly De Belle, Alison Cameron-Brown, Dustin Welbourne, Noel Woodward, Robert Breskal, Chris Wood, Ron Caffyn, Robert Britten and Leonard Smart. Marine Rescue Port Macquarie radio operator Noel Woodward. Bolt cutters were used during the mission. PM 30 crews assist the stricken skipper. A line is established. THE Marine […]
Road users are being invited to contribute to a survey. Photo: TfNSW.
TRANSPORT for NSW is leading a “once-in-a-generation” review of the Roads Act 1993 and is seeking input from councils, community members, peak bodies and industry experts about how the legislation should be reformed. “The aim is to create a more modern, flexible and easy-to-use law that can help enable NSW Government initiatives such as housing […]
Michael Lord is part of the action on Flynns Beach.
DURING his younger years Michael Lord enjoyed participating in Surf Lifesaving, now as a 69-year-old he is back in the red and yellow at Flynns Beach. The difference is he has been a full-time power wheelchair user for the last six years. In 2024 Michael contacted the Port Macquarie Surf Life Saving Club and enquired […]
Some of the team from Flower Hotels’ Settlers Inn and Tacking Point Tavern. Photos: supplied.
THE Australian Hotels Association (AHA) reckons the Hastings’ pubs are among the state’s best when it comes to food, music and generally being “the heart of the community”. Port Macquarie, Lake Cathie, Wauchope, Beechwood and Long Flat all feature on the list of finalists for this year’s AHA NSW Awards of Excellence. These are the […]
