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Ian Turner from Saxbys Soft Drinks

Ian Turner from Saxbys Soft Drinks

Saxbys Soft Drinks is proud to be associated with ‘Made In The Manning’, an initiative of the Manning Valley Chamber of Commerce promoting locally produced food. Chrissy Jones chatted with Ian Turner, who has seen the business evolve into one of the region’s major... 

King of the Krater

King of the Krater

Homebase Youth Service is a Youth and Indigenous community support service focusing on youth events, activities and programs, support and referral, one on one case management and advocacy and representation for young people. Briony Joyce is a qualified Youth Worker who runs youth... 

John Taylor – Collectors Corner April

John Taylor – Collectors Corner April

John’s history working with trains fuelled this passionate collector’s enthusiasm for railway memorabilia and today, he has a remarkably extensive collection. Browsing through John’s collection is akin to taking a train ride through railway history …      Read More...

Local Photographer Paul Bennie

Local Photographer Paul Bennie

Local photographer Paul Bennie (FAPS) was recently appointed as the President of the Australian Photographic Society – a prestigious and responsible role that requires him to act as spokesperson for the organisation. Paul shares some insights into how photography has changed... 

Behind the lens with Malcolm Nobbs

Behind the lens with Malcolm Nobbs

This month’s Behind the Lens guest is a talented photographer who combines his love of diving with his skill behind the camera to produce stunning underwater images …      Read More...