Ex-teacher Joan Wood and ex-student John Wood share their stories and school’s history.
Students enjoy the talent show on St Joseph’s Day. Ex-teacher Joan Wood and ex-student John Wood share their stories and school’s history. All smiles for students at St Joseph’s Laurieton. Students enjoy the fun and games as part of the St Joseph’s Day activities. STUDENTS at St Joseph’s Primary School in Laurieton raised more than […]
The 2025 Schools Spectacular. Photo: NSW Arts Unit.
THE NSW Schools Spectacular audition team headed north on Wednesday for live Featured Vocalist auditions, giving Coffs Coast and Northern NSW public school students the hometown advantage. Secondary students from schools across the region – Coffs Harbour, Gulmarrad, South Grafton, Casino, Camden Haven, Ballina, Bellingen, Mullumbimby, Maclean, Bonville and Woolgoolga – auditioned at the Coffs […]
Cr Lisa Intemann was first elected to Council in 1995. Photo: PMHC.
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 […]
Drones provide volunteers with live vision of firegrounds.
Footage captured by an AI-powered camera system on a watch tower. Photos: supplied. RFS volunteers now have improved access to real-time imagery, particularly in remote and high-risk areas. Drones provide volunteers with live vision of firegrounds. RURAL firefighters in NSW are utilising new technology helping to detect fires earlier, improve situational awareness and strengthen communications […]
The Repurposing for Resilience volunteers with Kate Haynes from Essential Energy.
CHARITIES, community groups and not‑for‑profit organisations delivering community‑led projects across Essential Energy’s network area are encouraged to submit their applications for the 2026 Essential Grants program before the end of March. The program is offering grants of up to $15,000 to help eligible organisations bring their initiatives to life and deliver real benefits for people, […]
Inaugural award recipients Bill Howell, Melinda Robinson and Brian Barker with BHPA Vice President, Roger Barlow. Photo: NHPA.
BONNY Hills residents Bill Howell, Melinda Robinson and Brian Barker, have been recognised for their service to the local community. They are the recipients of the inaugural Bonny Hills Progress Association’s Community Awards, which were presented on 17 March following the association’s annual general meeting. The meeting included updates on key projects. Re-elected Vice-President Kathy […]
Section D5 of the B2B pathway. Photo: PMHC.
THE 11km Beach to Beach Shared Pathway is now in the home stretch with only three sections left to be completed. Once done, this will result in a continuous off-road route from North Haven to Pilot Beach via Laurieton and Dunbogan. Port Macquarie Hastings Council acts as the custodian and technical advisor on the project, […]
One of the concept drawings in the 2021 draft master plan. Image: PMHC.
PORT Macquarie Hastings Council has endorsed the public exhibition of the draft Laurieton Town Centre Master Plan, describing it as an important step forward in shaping the town’s future. First drafted in 2021, the plan has remained unratified despite its significance as a long-term blueprint for the commercial and civic heart of Laurieton. Camden Haven […]
Minister for Natural Resources Courtney Houssos (left) talks through the coal industry outlook for 2026-2050. Photo: Courtney Houssos MP.
COAL mine expansions are on the cards for at least another 25 years under NSW’s new mining road map at odds with its environment commission. The NSW government announced its coal industry outlook for 2026-2050 on Thursday, saying it will no longer consider new coal mines but applications to extend existing mines will be assessed. […]
Comboyne’s Luke Meier-Smith has won his fourth Australian downhill title. Photo: Giant Bicycles.
COMBOYNE mountain biker Luke Meier-Smith has won his fourth back-to-back Australian downhill title. It means the 23-year-old has equalled the national record held by Troy Brosnan and Tracey Hannah. Described as one of the most exciting downhill racers to watch this season, Meier-Smith completed the 1.8km slippery track at Mt Buller last weekend in a […]
