FASHION with flair meets fashion with heart on Wednesday 10 July when the Nambucca Valley Cancer Support Group invites the community to come together for their Annual Op Shop Fashion Parade and Fundraiser at the Macksville Ex-Services Club from 10:00am. Guests will enjoy morning tea and a morning full of style and inspiration, as local […]
Good vibes and great voices: Valla Beach a capella group hits the right note
A JOYFUL new sound is rising in the Nambucca Valley, and it’s coming from a group of locals who are singing for the pure love of it. Meet the Valla Beach A capella Goodvibes Singing Group, a fresh and uplifting community initiative created by well-known local musician Heather Rose. But don’t call it a choir. […]

Lions Club of Nambucca Heads celebrate a year of service
President Grahame Beatton highlighted the extraordinary outcomes of the Lions Club of Nambucca Heads over the past year. Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee was highly complimentary of what the Lions had done for the community, particularly in times of disaster such as the recent floods. The Lions Club Committee for 2025/26, officially installed by Nora […]
Morning tea serves up a taste of lifelong learning with U3A
THE diverse and dynamic world of the University of the Third Age (U3A) was on display at the Nambucca Valley RSL Club on Tuesday, 24 June. Hosted by U3A Nambucca Valley, the free morning tea event welcomed current members and curious newcomers alike, serving up a generous spread alongside insights into one of the region’s […]

Phase one of the Bowraville Theatre upgrade completed
THE performing arts scene in the Nambucca Valley has taken a massive leap forward thanks to Phase One of a significant upgrade to the Bowraville Theatre. Funded by both state and federal governments through the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Package, sourced by Nambucca Valley Council, this phase of the upgrade featured a major overhaul of […]
Girralong Defib Project sparks lifesaving change
IN the quiet hinterland community of Girralong, about 30 minutes from Bowraville, a grassroots health initiative is making a powerful difference. The Girralong Defib Project was born out of urgency following two heart attacks suffered by a much-loved local resident. In both instances, emergency services took up to 90 minutes to reach Girralong; a delay […]
NSW residents urged to purchase firewood collection authorisations this winter
FORESTRY Corporation is reminding residents to purchase firewood authorisations before collecting wood from State forests. Recent updates have been made to Forestry Corporation’s online firewood permit page. The conditions for firewood collection have also been updated and should be understood prior to entering State forests. The system now distinguishes some locations between pine and native […]
Veterans given free vehicle access to National Parks
THE Minns Government is extending free vehicle access to National Parks to all Commonwealth Veteran Card holders. Park entry fees for motor vehicles apply at 45 of NSW’s 895 national parks and reserves. A 2025-26 budget measure will enable veterans from around Australia to apply for a pass to enter for free. The pass is […]
Council celebrates its volunteers
Council has over 220 volunteers, who were honoured at a celebratory lunch. NAMBUCCA Valley Council was finally able to hold its Volunteer Celebration Lunch, delayed by the recent floods, to thank the many volunteers who help deliver its services to the community. Council has over 220 volunteers who help keep libraries and […]
Leadership competition invites young leaders to life-changing Power Trip in Canberra
YOUNG rural women and non-binary students in Years 10 to 12 from across Australia will have the opportunity to win a once-in-a-lifetime ‘Power Trip’ to the nation’s capital. Country to Canberra’s (C2C) prestigious Leadership Competition launched on Monday, opening the door for young rural leaders to embark on a four-day leadership experience designed to help […]