October 20, 2025
End of an era at the Nambucca Community and Arts Centre Outgoing Committee of NCAC: Carol McKee, Diane Gulson and Deborah Mann.
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End of an era at the Nambucca Community and Arts Centre

AFTER many years of service to the community, the long-standing members of the Nambucca Community and Arts Centre (NCAC) Committee of Management have passed the torch to new leadership, marking the end of an era at one of the Valley’s most cherished community spaces. Diane Gulson, who served the Committee for 12 years, resigned from […]

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Celebrating 65 years of VIEW
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Celebrating 65 years of VIEW

THE 65th Anniversary of VIEW Clubs of Australia was celebrated in Laurieton on Saturday, 26 July. VIEW (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) is a national women’s organisation bringing women together in local communities to enjoy social activities, develop skills, make connections and participate in networking events while supporting and advocating for the education of […]

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Partial re-opening date announced for pool
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Partial re-opening date announced for pool

NAMBUCCA Valley Council has announced a projected partial reopening of the Macksville Memorial Aquatic and Fitness Centre, with facilities expected to be available for public use from 1 September. Last week, user groups were given a tour of the Centre to view the extent of the damage and discuss the ongoing repair works. Following this, […]

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Muriel Fuller celebrates a century of life, love and service
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Muriel Fuller celebrates a century of life, love and service

NAMBUCCA Valley resident Muriel Milton Fuller marked her 100th birthday last week, surrounded by family and friends at a special celebration held at the Nambucca Heads RSL Club. The milestone celebration was not only a tribute to Muriel’s longevity, but also a reflection of a life filled with love, faith and generosity. Muriel was born […]

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‘Free For All’ for the flood affected in Macksville

Clothing, furniture, kitchen equipment, toys, DVDs and books were all on offer. Photo: supplied. The community came together to help donate, set up, and pack down the Free For All event at the Macksville Senior Citizens Centre. Photo: supplied. MACKSVILLE Senior Citizens Centre has played host to a community-led effort to support those in need […]

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Calling past members for Physie reunion Norma Johnson, Brenda Henderson, Judy Blair, Yvonne Graham, Audrey Blood, Judy Summerville and Robyn Walsh.
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Calling past members for Physie reunion

Edith Parsons, Nancy Welsh, Norma Johnson, Jeanette Welsh, Audrey Blood, Judy Connell, Joan Lane, Gloria Gavenlock, Verlie Lee, Judy Summerville, Dolly Rowe and Jan Welsh. Raelene Stig, Keli Emerson, Leah Dugdale, Carol Locke, Alisa Noble, Lorena Christen and Alysse Chapman. Norma Johnson, Brenda Henderson, Judy Blair, Yvonne Graham, Audrey Blood, Judy Summerville and Robyn Walsh. […]

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Work starts on Macksville Bridge renewal Work is underway to upgrade the Macksville Bridge.
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Work starts on Macksville Bridge renewal

A LARGE program of works to bring the Macksville Bridge back to its best got underway this week. The historic steel truss bridge has provided a vital link between the communities on the two sides of the Nambucca River for 95 years. On Monday, Transport for NSW (TfNSW) began a three-and-a-half-year program of work to […]

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Rachel Burns completes historical deep-dive with Nambucca Stories The Bowraville to Macksville Mail Coach. Photo: Nambucca Headland Museum.
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Rachel Burns completes historical deep-dive with Nambucca Stories

Rachel Burns. The Bowraville to Macksville Mail Coach. Photo: Nambucca Headland Museum. RACHEL Burns has been fascinated by the past for most of her life. She has been a volunteer at Nambucca’s Headland Museum for many years and in December 2023 was the driving force behind the centenary celebrations for the Nambucca Heads railway station. […]

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Dog shows draw crowds and canine champions to Macksville Shayne Scott and her Yorkshire Terrier ‘Anzac’ at the Macksville Showgrounds on the weekend. Photo: supplied.
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Dog shows draw crowds and canine champions to Macksville

THE Macksville Showground came alive with wagging tails and polished paws over the weekend, hosting four Championship Dog Shows from Friday through Sunday. The event attracted competitors and dog lovers from across the region, with a total of 242 dogs representing 88 different breeds on display. Friday’s show, conducted by the Nambucca River District Agricultural […]

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