The Blue Motorcycle Project in Coramba.
AN old motorcycle painted blue has popped up above the fence of a property on Orara Way in Coramba, accompanied by the sign “Feeling Blue? Get help”. It is the handiwork of the group of lifelong mates behind the Blue Motorcycle Project. The men previously organised rides to raise money for motor neurone disease and […]
The bonds of family were a great inspiration for her community efforts.
SATURDAY, 8 March is International Women’s Day, an opportunity to remember a tireless community volunteer whose unwavering influence on the community stems from the grace of kindness and selfless service. Margaret Crawley was a role model with this kind of legacy. She dedicated over 20 years to charity work in Melbourne before moving to Emerald […]
Allegra School Coffs Harbour teacher Kelly Green, at the Bell Shakespeare National Teacher Mentorship program. Photo: New Point of View Photography.
ALLEGRA School Coffs Harbour teacher and Leader of Student Support and Strategy Kelly Green, recently participated in the 2025 Bell Shakespeare National Teacher Mentorship program. The program has proven positive impacts that empower participants, their students, and the wider school community. The course is conducted annually at the Sydney headquarters of national theatre company Bell […]
The late Wendy Hansen’s family and Jetty Dunecare members.
TWELVE family members of Wendy Hansen, the woman whose remains were discovered by Jetty Dunecare volunteers last June, have gathered at the Jetty Foreshore a year to the day since she went missing. They also wanted to meet the members of the volunteer bushcare group who have been so close to her story. Wendy disappeared […]
Dugald Saunders dismissed flawed Forestry Corporation data when discussing the Great Koala National Park during a visit to Port Macquarie. Photo: Sue Stephenson.
A DECISION on the boundaries of the Great Koala National Park (GKNP) will be made ‘soon’, according to Environment Minister Penny Sharpe. But when appearing before a Budget Estimates committee at Parliament House on Monday, Ms Sharpe refused to say how soon. “I’m not providing you with any more information other than soon. That’s the […]
Lifeline North Coast Angela Martin and Trainer and Centre Supervisor Lyn Anderson.
AN information session will be held next week for community members interested in volunteering on the Lifeline Crisis Line. Lifeline North Coast Trainer and Centre Supervisor Lyn Anderson, a veteran volunteer on the Crisis Line (131114), is urging residents to get involved. “Volunteering on the Crisis Line is a wonderful way to volunteer while also […]
The community response has been swift and overwhelming, with more than 40 locals attending the meeting. Photo: Kim Ambrose.
THE Camden Haven community has come together in a show of support for the Laurieton Fisherman’s Co-op and Laurieton Seafoods after a devastating fire destroyed the building on Wednesday, 15 January. Community members, groups and organisations gathered at the Laurieton United Services Club (LUSC) on Sunday to discuss how best to assist the Co-op […]
Senator Maria Kovacic, Liberal candidate for Paterson Laurence Antcliff and Sussan Ley MP.
A HOME under construction in Anna Bay was host to visiting politicians on Wednesday, 15 January. Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party Sussan Ley was joined by NSW Senator Maria Kovacic and the Liberal candidate for Paterson, Laurence Antcliff. It was an opportunity for Mr Antcliff, who has worked in the building industry, to […]
Ausgrid staff work to restore power to Port Stephens homes. Photo: supplied.
RESIDENTS of Port Stephens continue to clear debris and assess damage following major storms that hit multiple parts of NSW from Wednesday 15 January. Persistent, heavy rainfall, strong winds and extraordinary displays of lightning preceded power outages that affected more than 220,000 homes across the state, with more than 70,000 of those located in […]
Belle Mulder.
MEET the nominees for the 2025 Gloucester Australia Day awards. Winners will be announced across four categories: Local Young Citizen of the Year; Local Citizen of the Year; Local Project of the Year; and Local Community Business of the Year. Local Young Citizen of the Year Nominee Findlay McIntosh Findlay is the youngest Gloucester […]
