Macksville Music Muster is back. Line Dancing at Macksville Music Muster. THE Macksville Music Muster is set to take over Macksville Showground again with the annual Country Music festival taking place on 16-23 February 2026. This five-day event presents 10 artists: Ricki Wood, Owen Blundell, Kiara Rodrigues, Kathy Carver, Vanessa Sanger, Larry Cann, Pete Smith, […]
DEFENCE Force veteran Brett Sprague never forgets the passing of his mate Lieutenant Michael Fussell in Afghanistan on 27 November 2008. Lieutenant Fussell, aged 25, was serving with the Special Operations Task Group when he was killed in action by an improvised explosive device (EID) detonation while conducting a dismounted patrol in Uruzgan province. Born […]
A NEW art exhibition displaying the creations of talented senior high school students from across the region is showing in Gallery 4 of Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM). It’s called “Yearbook ’25: Visual Art Students from the Coffs Coast.” “It’s fantastic to see our gallery giving young people the chance to showcase their creativity and […]
Gearing up for Back to Bowra are Nambucca Valley Deputy Mayor James Angel and Mayor Gary Lee, with their billy carts freshly scrutineered and deemed safe to race on Saturday 15 November.
Gearing up for Back to Bowra are Nambucca Valley Deputy Mayor James Angel and Mayor Gary Lee, with their billy carts freshly scrutineered and deemed safe to race on Saturday 15 November. Back to Bowra Committee President Gav McKinnon test drives one of the billy carts created for Back to Bowra by Nambucca Valley Rotary. […]
The combination of the amazing music of Buttercats combined with the epic stage lighting and effects provided the audience with an unforgettable concert experience on Saturday night.
Jacq Heart and Buttercats frontman TJ warmed the audience for an unforgettable headline show to follow. The combination of the amazing music of Buttercats combined with the epic stage lighting and effects provided the audience with an unforgettable concert experience on Saturday night. THE historic Bowraville Theatre became a concert staging showcase on Saturday night […]
Amy, Brooklyn, Sierra, Layne, Skylah and Matt Martin.
A CATTLE farming family led by Matt and Amy Martin of Missabotti will demonstrate their whipcracking skills at the Back to Bowra Festival this month. The olden times-themed festival planned for Saturday, 15 November promises a lineup of timeless skills and entertainment such as whipcracking, billy cart riding and tug of war competitions. Matt, a […]
THE iconic Bowraville Theatre was again at the Nambucca Valley’s cultural heart over the weekend as the Bowraville Theatre Singers (BTS) delivered two sold-out concerts that brought audiences to their feet calling for more. Under the leadership of renowned composer, musician and conductor Paul Jarman, the choir took concertgoers on a moving and joyful journey […]
The Valla Beach Garage Band getting ready to perform at the Ukulele Camp and Beach Party. Photo: Kate Koch and Sandra Radke. Newcastle’s award-winning Ukestra conducted by Dr Jane Jelbart performing at Valla Beach. Photo: Kate Koch and Sandra Radke. HOT on the heels of the Valla Rod Run, another significant cultural event has brought […]
The Bowraville Arts Council Committee set their sights on the Bowraville Theatre continuing as a significant cultural asset.
THE Bowraville Theatre marked a year of challenges, triumphs and transformation at its Annual General Meeting held on 12 October 2025, as the Bowraville Arts Council reflected on significant progress made over the past twelve months and set its sights firmly on the future. While the long-awaited dressing rooms and back stage area are yet […]
Wild Things Run will pay tribute to James Taylor and Carole King.
TRIBUTE act Wild Things Run will bring to life the songs and stories of music legends Carole King and James Taylor at the Nambucca RSL on Saturday 22 November. The RSL invites guests to a magical night of music celebrating two of the most iconic legends of the ’70s, brought to life by the incredible […]
