THE Hastings Residents Association (HRA) has called a public meeting to address ongoing concerns surrounding the delayed opening of the Wauchope Community Gardens, which remain in limbo. The meeting will be held at 6pm on Wednesday 28 May at the Wauchope RSL Club. It aims to update the community on the progress of the gardens […]

Max Ramsey celebrates his 101st birthday. Photo: supplied. Max Ramsey with his daughter Brenda Lee and staff members of Whiddon Laurieton. Photo: supplied. WAR veteran Max Ramsey certainly dressed the part for his 101st birthday celebrations at Whiddon Laurieton. Wearing his favourite red bow tie and suspenders, and matching cardigan, Max enjoyed the occasion surrounded […]

FIRE and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) stations across the state opened their doors to the public on Saturday, 10 May. The annual open day provides firefighters the opportunity to share vital safety tips in the lead up to winter. Visitors can view live demonstrations, participate in station tours, or climb into the driver’s seat of a […]

Kevin and Judy Baker with Mark Vaille. Kevin Baker playing Captain Cook in the bi-centenary celebrations. Kevin Baker. PROMINENT former local pharmacist Kevin Baker was laid to rest by family last month. Kevin was born on 6 January 1935 at Abbotsford, Sydney to John and Edna Baker. He was the youngest of seven children. Educated […]

THE Bird Rock Memorial Surf Classic is on again this weekend, Saturday 17 May, to remember all past surfers. The competition is to be held at Rainbow Beach, Bonny Hills. Among the prizes will be a board shaped by Scott Wylie and glassed by Tony from Spade Surfboards. There will be two competitions running side […]