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Elvis Aaron Presley, King of Rock and Roll
Elvis Aaron Presley, one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century. Let's hear from Elvis fan, Stephanie Pursehouse
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Jul 7, 20226 min read

Something Old Up-Cycled to Something New
Repair, repaint and up-cycle to give objects a second life. The ability to visualise what a piece of furniture ‘could become’ is important.
Yann Tyng Kooi
Jun 9, 20223 min read


NEW BAND ALERT!
Port Macquarie based “Mediocre Sunrise” offer up an engaging alternative rock sound that they describe as “bursting ears, beating hearts”
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Jun 9, 20223 min read


SupPort Macquarie puts participants in the driving seat
SupPort Macquarie is a disability support and education programme in Port Macquarie that supports participants towards their goals
Yann Tyng Kooi
Jun 9, 20228 min read


A showcase of Mid North Coast Artists on now at The Glasshouse Regional Gallery, Port Macquarie
Stu Doherty's "The Collector II" artwork will be exhibited at Northern Exposure 7 art show at the Glasshouse Port Macquarie till 26 June.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Jun 8, 20224 min read


Brilliant-Online Entertainment Guide
Here's Mid North Coast Gigs for May and June 2022 where you indulge in wine, cheese, music. Plus monthly markets in Port Macquarie-Hastings
Veronica Lind
May 9, 20223 min read


Biggest Morning Tea @ The Hub
Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea at Wauchope Creative Hub. The Biggest Morning Tea was an opportunity for Hub customers to meet supporters
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
May 9, 20223 min read


Live Music Hurray! At the Glasshouse Thursday 19 May
Australia's new Phantom of the Opera, Josh joins renowned bass baritone Teddy Tahu Rhodes and extraordinary pianist Guy Noble in concert.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
May 5, 20223 min read


Angus Gill wins his First Golden Guitar
Angus Gill nabbed the Golden Guitar Award for Bush Ballad of the Year for his song The Easy Way, co-written with Manfred Vijars.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
May 5, 20226 min read


Performing Mums have a rewarding combination of skill sets
Balancing work and parenting is never easy, let alone when you are a performing artist with countless hours of rehearsals and shows.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
May 5, 20222 min read


Pam Hata, moving forward never looked so good
✦ Pam Hata continues her tour to promote a Musical Message of Hope. Big River Run is a sound track to support flood affected communities.
Veronica Lind
May 5, 20224 min read

Want a week of festival?
TORTUGA Festival at Westport Park, Port Macquarie presented by The Original Good Time Merchants, from the 10th to 19th June 2022
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
May 4, 20223 min read


Purple Rain winner Alycia Lipovac loves art in all of its forms
A love of drawing, nurtured at high school studying visual arts, learning about art history, discovering different artists and their ideas
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Mar 29, 20224 min read


Weaving Thyme with Trish McInherny
Wauchope Creative Hub is thrilled to have Trish host more of her hands on weaving thyme workshops in March. Check out details.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Mar 9, 20221 min read


Wauchope Creative Hub keeps the local scene painting
Here is a snapshot of the most recent watercolour workshops at Wauchope Creative Hub.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Mar 8, 20221 min read


Looking Out for a Good Story with Desley Polmear
Looking Out for a Good Story with Desley Polmear Wauchope's own local writer. Desley launches her new novel Fractured Souls.
Yann Tyng Kooi
Feb 22, 20225 min read


New Art Gallery and Business Hub comes to Wauchope
Wauchope Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc launched new Art Gallery, Business Hub, with Opening Exhibition“Reflections of the Hinterland"
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Feb 11, 20222 min read


Wauchope Creative Hub launches creative kids workshops
Perfect for kids age 10 and up, the kick off class is fun and environmentally friendly: Sign up for Marvellous Recycled Rag Doll workshop
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Feb 2, 20221 min read


“Liv By The Sea”: A brand new addition to Wauchope Creative Hub
Olivia Allen, Liv By The Sea is a new addition to the Wauchope Creative Hub. Check out her exclusive glassware
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Feb 2, 20222 min read


Minecraft School for cool kids in Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour and Newcastle
We spoke to Rob Walker and Joel Walker about their unique vacation care program “Computer Capers” where children play Minecraft games.
Brilliant Writer
Dec 10, 20216 min read
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