January 9, 2026
A century well lived as Macksville’s Avis “June” Lynch celebrates 100 years Avis “June” Lynch celebrates 100 years. Photo: Zeny's Photo Centre.
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A century well lived as Macksville’s Avis “June” Lynch celebrates 100 years

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 […]

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Valla Art Show – Lasting Expressions
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Valla Art Show – Lasting Expressions

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 […]

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Coffs Coast Veterans Wellbeing Centre opens in CODA Coffs Harbour
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Coffs Coast Veterans Wellbeing Centre opens in CODA Coffs Harbour

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 […]

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Big step as restored boiler gets certified in Glenreagh steam train project ‘1919’ steams into a new era.
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Big step as restored boiler gets certified in Glenreagh steam train project

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 […]

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Stuarts Point Men’s Shed celebrates 2025 with Christmas lunch Everyone was in great spirits for the festive event.
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Stuarts Point Men’s Shed celebrates 2025 with Christmas lunch

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 […]

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Two emerging sporting talents receive Coleman-Smith Foundation funding
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Two emerging sporting talents receive Coleman-Smith Foundation funding

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, […]

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NVC Group recognised in National Australian HR Institute Awards CEO Australian HR Institute Sarah McCann-Bartlett with People Support Manager Wilson Loyo, who accepted the awards.
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NVC Group recognised in National Australian HR Institute Awards

CEO Australian HR Institute Sarah McCann-Bartlett with People Support Manager Wilson Loyo, who accepted the awards. NVC Group People Support Manager Wilson Loyo, signing up new entrants ready to kick start their career. NVC Group, a local not-for-profit organisation, was honoured at the National Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards held in Melbourne on Friday 5 […]

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Lifeline training for when crisis calls
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Lifeline training for when crisis calls

LIFELINE North Coast Crisis Support Manager and Trainer, Sunjii Doohan, shares her lived experience in a way that beautifully illustrates the importance of asking for help. Her story also provides valuable insight into Lifeline’s Crisis Support volunteer training. “Have you ever faced a crisis and felt you had no one to turn to?,” Sunjii poses. […]

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Grant wins fund hall improvements at Urunga CWA Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan joined CWA members at their Morgo Street base for afternoon tea earlier this week to celebrate the funding wins.
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Grant wins fund hall improvements at Urunga CWA

Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan joined CWA members at their Morgo Street base for afternoon tea earlier this week to celebrate the funding wins. Cowper MP Pat Conaghan tries one of the CWA’s famous scones. THE Urunga branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) is celebrating two successful grant funding applications. The branch has […]

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HIPPY graduates celebrated at Nambucca Valley ceremony Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee and Miimi Aboriginal Corporation’s HIPPY Program Coordinator Sophie Ellis with the delighted graduates.
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HIPPY graduates celebrated at Nambucca Valley ceremony

GRADUATES of the 2025 HIPPY (Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters) program were celebrated with a ceremony at the Nambucca Heads cinema on Sunday, 7 December. Held in the Nambucca Valley and delivered by Miimi Aboriginal Corporation in partnership with the Brotherhood of St. Laurence, HIPPY is a two-year in-home learning program for families […]

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