Avis “June” Lynch celebrates 100 years. Photo: Zeny's Photo Centre.
FAMILY and friends gathered at Macksville RSL last weekend to celebrate the 100th birthday of Avis June Lynch (née Byrnes), known affectionately to all as June. Born on 1 January 1926 at Bowraville Hospital, June is the daughter of Elisha St Clair Byrnes, known as “Dite”, and Avis Evelyn May Byrnes (née Mackay). She was […]
The report identifies near-term priority emissions abatement measures for industry subsectors. Photo: Leanda Connor.
THE NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (NSW DPIRD) has released a report to help farmers and primary industries reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while maintaining or enhancing productivity and sustainability. The NSW Land and Primary Industries Low Emissions Options Report identifies near-term priority emissions abatement measures for industry subsectors including livestock production, […]
THE Valla Expressions tenth annual Art Show opened at the Valla Beach Community Hall on Saturday 3 January and will run until Sunday 11 January from 10am to 5pm everyday. The team of artist organisers were well prepared for a busy opening day and welcomed a crowd of approximately 100 to an evening wine and […]
The iconic Shelley Beach at Nambucca Heads. Photo: supplied.
NAMBUCCA Valley Council residents, visitors and local businesses are being invited to help tell the story of what makes the Nambucca Valley special through the council’s community survey ending on Monday 19 January. Council is seeking input to identify the unique qualities, experiences and sense of place that define the valley, with the aim of […]
Advocates and support staff at the new Coffs Coast Veterans Wellbeing Centre. Advocates and support staff at the new Coffs Coast Veterans Wellbeing Centre. Members of C.ex Coffs join with members of the new Coffs Coast Veterans Wellbeing Centre in CODA. Member for Oxley Michael Kemp, NSW Minister of Veterans David Harris MP, Member for […]
‘1919’ steams into a new era.
A milestone for the Tallowood Mountain Rail Trail project. ‘1919’ steams into a new era. The ‘1919’ steam engine at Glenreagh. THE Tallowood Mountain Rail Trail restoration project has reached a significant milestone, with the boiler of the 148-year-old steam engine ‘1919’ officially inspected and certified for operation. Over the past year, a dedicated volunteer […]
Everyone was in great spirits for the festive event.
AUTHENTIC to a lasting convention, the Stuarts Point Men’s Shed celebrated their 2025 initiatives and projects with a festive season luncheon on Saturday, 6 December. Members and guests dined at a well-appointed long table in the Shed, enjoying an abundance of fresh prawns, salads, roast chickens, leg ham and an impressive collection of desserts including […]
Kai McKenzie, founder Danny Schouten, Toby Begg, and GoFundMe CEO Tim Cadogan. Photo: supplied.
THREE surfers and shark attack survivors are leading the call for the roll out of life-saving emergency response kits on beaches across Australia. One year after creating Community Shark Bite Kits, founder Danny Schouten has deployed more than 150 kits on beaches across NSW, Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia. “We’re not going to stop […]
THE latest round of Coleman-Smith Foundation funding has been awarded to emerging athletes Lilly Darlington and Wolfe Hudson. The Foundation aims to provide modest funds to young people in the Stuarts Point and Eungai areas who have exceptional sporting ability. Foundation Chairperson Nicky Smith attended the Stuarts Point Workers Recreation and Bowls Club on Friday, […]
Sawtell Real Estate agent Matt France.
McGrath Nambucca Valley principal Troy Pinder. Sawtell Real Estate agent Matt France. Unrealestate managing director Chris Hines. NAMBUCCA Valley’s property values have surged by 72.7 percent since the start of the pandemic, and local agents say the rise reflects both long-term cycles and the region’s growing appeal for families and retirees. McGrath Nambucca Valley principal […]
