A selection of the artworks that will be on display between 3-6 April at the WBHSLSC. Photos: supplied, ‘Bonny Hills Artists’. A selection of the artworks that will be on display between 3-6 April at the WBHSLSC. Photos: supplied, ‘Bonny Hills Artists’. A selection of the artworks that will be on display between 3-6 April […]
North Coast ALC Councillor Diane Randall (centre) with participants at the 2025 Aboriginal Elders Olympics in Inverell. Photo: supplied.
Registrations open for Aboriginal Elders Olympics in Yamba
REGISTRATIONS are open for the 24th annual Aboriginal Elders Olympics to be held on the North Coast in March. More than 200 Aboriginal Elders from across NSW will take part in the 2026 event. Set to take place in Yamba, the games will be hosted by the reigning champions, the Biirrinba Coastal Emus on Yaegl […]
Creative talents on display at Bonny Hills Arts Prize
The 5th Bonny Hills Art Prize is now underway. The 5th Bonny Hills Art Prize is now underway. The 5th Bonny Hills Art Prize is now underway. THE 2026 Bonny Hills Art Prize is underway at the Francis Retreat until 11 January, and is again showcasing the creative talents of artists from across the Mid […]
Summer blooms on display at Camden Haven Orchid Show
THE Camden Haven Orchid Society is holding its annual Summer Show this weekend, Saturday and Sunday 10-11 January, in the Anzac Room of the Laurieton United Services Club (LUSC). This is the season for the blooming of Cattleya, Oncidium, Vanda, Dendrobium and Stanhopea orchids. Stanhopea Orchids in particular contain about 60 species, originating from between […]
It’s easy to see why Colour Fun Day is a highlight of the Laurieton Public School calendar. Photos: supplied, LPS.
Laurieton Public School abuzz with energy and colour for fun day
It’s easy to see why Colour Fun Day is a highlight of the Laurieton Public School calendar. Photos: supplied, LPS. It’s easy to see why Colour Fun Day is a highlight of the Laurieton Public School calendar. Photos: supplied, LPS. It’s easy to see why Colour Fun Day is a highlight of the Laurieton Public […]
Wauchope Highland Gathering celebrates Scottish heritage with music, games and dance
The inaugural event was a huge success. Photo: supplied. Log wrestling is always a highlight. Photo: supplied. The popular Highland Dancing. Photo: supplied. Dressing up is always fun. Photo: supplied. WAUCHOPE’S Highland Gathering will bring a day of Scottish celebration to the showground on Saturday, 8 November, starting at 9am. The event, now in its […]
Choosing Hope Walk spreads message of hope and support
Walkers choose hope as they make their way to Stingray Creek Bridge. Michelle Freeman with supporters Luke Hadfield and Chan Ansell. MEMBERS of the Camden Haven community came together recently for the Bears of Hope Choosing Hope Walk, a heartfelt event dedicated to families who have experienced the devastating loss of a baby. Bears of […]
Wauchope Highland Gathering celebrates Scottish heritage with music, games and dance
The inaugural event was a huge success. Photo: supplied. Log wrestling is always a highlight. Photo: supplied. The popular Highland Dancing. Photo: supplied. Dressing up is always fun. Photo: supplied. WAUCHOPE’S Highland Gathering will bring a day of Scottish celebration to the showground on Saturday, 8 November, starting at 9am. The event, now in its […]
Bonny Hills Art Prize ready to celebrate a milestone
THIS coming January marks the fifth anniversary of the Bonny Hills Art Prize. The now annual exhibition will be held between Wednesday and Sunday, 7-11 January, at the St Agnes Parish’s Francis Retreat. Entry is open to artists on the Mid North Coast and organisers are expecting at least 400 entries and over 1000 visitors. […]
Kelly Saidey, Suicide Prevention and Postvention Manager at Lifeline Mid Coast NSW with Kieren Dell, Regional Cinemas Australia CEO. Photo: supplied.
Local cinemas are using entertainment for education, while raising money for Lifeline
LOSING a child is a parent’s worst nightmare, but Regional Cinemas Australia CEO Kieren Dell has turned that pain into a passion. He’s helping raise much-needed funds for Lifeline through the annual “Reach for Help” event. After raising an impressive $16,000 in 2024 for Lifeline North Coast and Lifeline Mid Coast, “Reach for Help” is […]
