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Yann Tyng Kooi
May 29, 20233 min read
What is Hajj?
This year, Hari Raya Haji falls on the evening of June 28th and will last 4 days till the evening of July 2nd, 2023. Learn about Haji.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
May 26, 20233 min read
3,144 push-ups in 23 days - are you up for the challenge?
In support of mental health, are you up for the Push Up Challenge? Lifeline Mid North Coast and Self Seen are. Prevent Suicides.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
May 13, 20233 min read
Counting down to ArtWalk’s ‘Up In Lights’ show
With less than a month to go until the 9th June ArtWalk event hits the streets of Port Macquarie, excitement levels are growing by the day
Veronica Lind
May 5, 20234 min read
Bonza first flight lands in Port Macquarie from Tullamarine Melbourne
Bonza first flight lands in Port Macquarie from Tullamarine Melbourne on 4th May 2023. The Curran Family is here to support Ironman.
Yann Tyng Kooi
Apr 13, 202312 min read
What does it take to be a Modern Mum?
A brilliant feature for Mother's Day celebrated in Australia on 14th May with bits of wisdom from Modern Mums who hears anguished screams
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Apr 12, 20232 min read
Tickets on sale now for ‘Know Your Producer’ dinner in Cassegrain Wines’ Barrel Room
Tickets on sale now for the 2023 Know Your Producer Dinner. A fundraiser for the Hastings Farm Gate Tour on Saturday May 6th, 2023
Yann Tyng Kooi
Apr 12, 20237 min read
TG's Child Care is Playing it Forward with a long term vision and sustainability
Having brought Playing is Learning for Life to communities across Australia for the past 25 years, TG's Child Care is going strong.
Veronica Lind
Apr 12, 20236 min read
God Save the King
Book Review King Charles III, the book released just in time for the coronation on Saturday May 6, 2023. Author Robert Jobson.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Apr 5, 20233 min read
What's On during Easter and Anzac Day
April is a month for celebration and respectful commemoration as we embrace both Easter and Anzac Day. Find out what's on.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Mar 15, 20234 min read
Successful start to the 39th Wauchope Lasiandra Festival
An update on the 39th Wauchope Lasiandra Festival with the winners announced. TG's Child Care High St is the overall winner.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Mar 13, 20234 min read
Protecting the Earth
Featuring Global Recycling Day, International Day of Forests, World Water Day and World Meteorological Day
Yann Tyng Kooi
Mar 8, 20237 min read
Meet the amazing women leaders at TG's Child Care
Leadership is about growing together, using TG's Child Care's foundation stones to build Love, Trust Respect, Compassion and Fun
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Mar 7, 20234 min read
Learning more about the Muslim Holy month of Ramadan
Ramadan is a religious festival that impacts over 1.6 billion people worldwide each year. Deep dive to uncover some of the historical facts.
Veronica Lind
Mar 3, 20233 min read
New $8m taxiway at Port Macquarie airport clears the way for more flights
New $8m taxiway at Port Macquarie airport clears the way for more flights. 4 aircraft specially chosen to be the first to taxi on it.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Mar 2, 20231 min read
Royal Art Exhibition, a Lasiandra Festival Event
Theme for this years Lasiandra Festival art prize is “Royale”. Art entries close Friday 10th March. Saturday 25th March is prize ceremony.
Yann Tyng Kooi
Feb 28, 20239 min read
Young Australian of the Year - Jorja Schofield is empowering girls in STEM
Young Australian of the Year - Jorja Schofield is empowering girls in STEM. Read about Jorja's journey and her goals for the future.
Yann Tyng Kooi
Feb 28, 20233 min read
Accomplished Tree Management explains tree hazard management after a storm
A mini cyclone hits Port Macquarie on 3rd February 2023. Accomplished Tree Management explains tree hazard management after a storm.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Feb 23, 20234 min read
Celebrating St Patrick’s Day - May the luck of the Irish be with you!
The Ireland’s patron saint, who lived during the fifth century, was NOT Irish nor was he originally called Patrick.
Yann Tyng Kooi
Feb 12, 20233 min read
Running for Friends of Mrs York's Garden!
Running for Friends of Mrs York's Garden! Ultra Trail Running Coach Rob Lloyd is raising funds by running! Run Fest is from 4 March 2023.
Ben Tirebuck, Editor
Feb 10, 20235 min read
Showing some extra TLC on ‘National Love your Pet Day’
What would we do without Pets? Companions, sources of comfort, of amusement, of total unabated love and loyalty. National Love your Pet Day.
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