April 13, 2026
Hastings Co-op has eyes on the future Robert Dwyer MP, Hastings Co-op Chair Louise Eyres and Interim CEO Matthew Lumsden.
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Hastings Co-op has eyes on the future

Robert Dwyer MP, Hastings Co-op Chair Louise Eyres and Interim CEO Matthew Lumsden. Local artisans Kev Conroy and Danny Mitchell. Member for Lyne Alison Penfold with Interim CEO Matthew Lumsden. Oxley MP Michael Kemp with Interim CEO Matthew Lumsden. Tina Jakobsson of The Red Door on Cameron. Mathew Lumsden pictured with builders of a new […]

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Plan to grow Gathang language across Birrbay, Warrimay and Guringay Country GWAC CEO Gulwanyang Moran celebrating at the Gathangga Wakulda Language and Culture Picnic in Wauchope. Photo: @KAMRAfilms.
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Plan to grow Gathang language across Birrbay, Warrimay and Guringay Country

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 […]

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Expressions of interest open for 2025–26 Volunteer Grants in Lyne
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Expressions of interest open for 2025–26 Volunteer Grants in Lyne

FEDERAL Member for Lyne Alison Penfold is encouraging not-for-profit organisations to apply for funding under the Australian Government’s 2025–26 Volunteer Grants Program, with expressions of interest now open. Volunteer Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 are available to eligible community organisations that rely on volunteers. The program is designed to strengthen local volunteering by helping […]

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Council launches plan to save wildlife from fishing lines
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Council launches plan to save wildlife from fishing lines

One of the waste bins for fishing tackle. A brush turkey wrapped in fishing line. WITH its vast array of rivers, lakes, and ocean foreshores, the Mid North Coast region is a magnet for those who love fishing; but there is a dark side to this which often goes unseen.  Nylon fishing lines take 100 […]

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Theatre production taking Banjo’s story across regional NSW Contemporary dancers Bejae Ingate and Steph Maddren. Photo: supplied.
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Theatre production taking Banjo’s story across regional NSW

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 weaved their way through Banjo Paterson country last week, as they began a NSW run of their theatrical production, “BANJO”. The musical intertwines […]

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Medical interns arrive on the Mid North Coast
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Medical interns arrive on the Mid North Coast

THE Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) has welcomed 25 new medical interns to hospitals across the Coffs Harbour and Hastings Macleay clinical networks. Having completed their orientation, the junior doctors are already providing care to local patients and support to the region’s health staff. MNCLHD Chief Executive Jill Wong said, “These junior doctors […]

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Mobi matting trial at Town Beach ensures access for all By Rachael THORPE
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Mobi matting trial at Town Beach ensures access for all

By Rachael THORPE By Rachael THORPE IN 2021 physiotherapist Bec Dalzell contacted Port Macquarie Hastings Council with the idea of getting mobi matting onto beaches on the Mid North Coast.  The specially designed matting provides a flat surface to enable people using wheelchairs or scooters to access the beach. On Friday she saw her dream […]

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Region ranks second in state for Garage Sale Trail participation Port Macquarie Hastings LGA ranked second in New South Wales and fourth nationally for the highest number of sales and stalls.
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Region ranks second in state for Garage Sale Trail participation

THE Port Macquarie Hastings region is one of Australia’s biggest supporters of second-hand items, based on the overwhelming success of last year’s Garage Sale Trail. Port Macquarie Hastings Council (PMHC) was among the top performers in both the state and national leaderboards, ranking second in New South Wales and fourth nationally for the highest number […]

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Camden Haven club celebrates women in surf life saving
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Camden Haven club celebrates women in surf life saving

The women’s surf boat crew took bronze at the state championships. Photo: CHSLSC. The ladies of the women’s surf boat crew. Photo: CHSLSC. The women’s surf boat crew took on challenging surf conditions in Lake Macquarie. Photo: CHSLSC. Club members wore pink to celebrate the contribution of women to surf life saving. Photo: CHSLSC. Club […]

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Bonny Hills building demolition the ‘end of an era’ The property as it stood before demolition crews moved in. Photo: Sue Stephenson.
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Bonny Hills building demolition the ‘end of an era’

The home that has long stood at the corner of Ocean Drive and Beach Street has been knocked down. Photo: Bonny Hills Progress Association. The property as it stood before demolition crews moved in. Photo: Sue Stephenson. Concept drawings of the property from its approved development application. Concept drawings of the property from its approved […]

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