THE humble but intricate art of quilting will be on display for all to see when The Verandah Post Patchworkers, in association with The Remnant Basket Macksville, host Quilt Show 2023. Taking place on Saturday 1 April and Sunday 2…
THE ‘We’re Here’ initiative is hosting an Information Day for Veterans and their families, including serving members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF), at the Macksville Ex-Services Club on 4 April 2023. The ‘We’re Here’ initiative promotes the Nambucca Valley…
CHILDREN of Nambucca Heads and surrounding areas will have the opportunity to explore their performing arts creativity with the launch of the ‘Encore Performing Arts Academy’. Hannah Date is an experienced drama and music teacher dedicated to providing opportunities for…
THE Nambucca Valley Catholic Parish hosted the World Day of Prayer on Friday 3 March, held at St Patrick’s Catholic Church in Wallace Street, Macksville. “We commenced with a welcoming cuppa and refreshments from 5pm and the Service commenced at…
NOT content with just fighting fires, the team at the Gumma Rural Fire Brigade have also joined the fight against cancer. On Saturday 1 April 2023, commencing at 9:30 am, in the Gumma Rural Fire Brigade Shed, the Gumma Brigade…
WORKPLACE safety has come a long way but it can still get better. For Ampcontrol, one of the region’s bigger employers, it is a matter of life and death for their employees and the company is breaking new ground in…
THE Raymond Terrace Writers, a group of local scribes who meet regularly to improve their skills and hone their craft, are about to release their fourth book. Twelve writers have compiled 57 stories for this new publication, entitled ‘And so…
WHILE most residents of the Tomaree Peninsula spent the weekend basking in the glorious, beach friendly weather, five students from the University of Newcastle worked overtime to complete their group project – making a short film. “Most of us study…
KOALAS and their iconic status in the Port Stephens area will be better cared for, should they become sick or injured, as NSW Labor representatives announced a $2 million commitment on 15 March. Labor MLC and Shadow Minister for the…
KATE Washington, the Member for Port Stephens, has committed to providing funding of up to $300,000 for several of the key providers of community support services in the region. This funding is part of a broader commitment of the NSW…