PORT Macquarie ranks as the ninth highest electorate in NSW for solar uptake, as regional communities continue to drive the state’s renewable energy transition. The latest data, released by the NSW Government, shows households and businesses in regional NSW account for nine of the top ten electorates for rooftop solar installations. The Oxley electorate – […]

MARCH is National Pet Adoption Month, with animal lovers encouraged to consider welcoming a cat or dog into their home while supporting animal welfare efforts across the country. RSPCA Australia CEO Richard Mussell said hundreds of cats and dogs are currently available for adoption. “March is looking like a wonderful time to make a new […]

GWAC CEO Gulwanyang Moran celebrating at the Gathangga Wakulda Language and Culture Picnic in Wauchope. Photo: @KAMRAfilms. Children celebrating at the Gathangga Wakulda Language and Culture Picnic in the park. Photo: @KAMRAfilms. GATHANGGA Wakulda Aboriginal Corporation (GWAC) has launched its Strategic Plan, setting out a community-led roadmap for the future of Gathang language across the […]

LAND Cookery, a Country Women’s Association competition, is celebrating its 75th year. Ahead of the CWA state conference in Forster in May, the Wauchope branch hosted the Mid North Coast Group’s Land Cookery and Friendship Day at Wauchope RSL Club on Thursday 19 February. It was attended by 52 members from 11 branches, spanning Gloucester […]

Contemporary dancers Bejae Ingate and Steph Maddren. Photo: supplied. Tim Maddren and Mat Brooker tell the story of ‘The Man From Snowy River. Photo: supplied. THE crew from Got Ya Back Productions is weaving their way through Banjo Paterson country this week, as they begin a NSW run of their theatrical production, “BANJO”.  The musical […]

AUSTRALIA’S childcare workers are on “ick” alert as they scramble to rebuild public trust after the sector was engulfed in sexual abuse scandals and widespread safety concerns. A Senate inquiry into the troubled industry moved to Brisbane on Monday as it probes quality and safety in the nation’s early childhood education and care system. It […]

THE dedicated team of volunteers at Make-A-Wish Port Macquarie have been busily preparing for their biggest fundraising event of the year, a trivia night at the Settlers Inn Hotel on Saturday 14 March. Make-A-Wish has been granting life-changing “wishes” for Australian children with critical illnesses since 1985. The community is being encouraged to support this […]

INDIGENOUS creatives across the Mid North Coast are being encouraged to apply for the fourth annual Indigenous Storytellers Scholarship, with applications now open for the 2026 program. The initiative offers meaningful financial backing and professional mentorship, creating a pathway for Indigenous creatives to develop their work and confidence while remaining connected to culture and community. […]

TEACHERS and support staff at Wauchope High School recently welcomed Karen Noble as their new principal. Ms Noble’s most recent role was Relieving Principal at Hastings Secondary College, Westport Campus. She began her teaching career at Rolland Hassall School in Chester Hill, Sydney, where she worked with students with diverse and complex learning needs. The […]

Leah Doeland at the Port Central concierge desk where yarn packs can be collected. Photo: supplied. The Murray Street Yarn Bomb was for ArtWalk 2023. Photo: Pauline Cain. PORT Macquarie’s yarnies are being called upon to join a community Yarn Bomb project.  In partnership with Port Central Shopping Centre and ArtWalk Port Macquarie, the aim […]