Wendy Machin – NRMA President and Former Politician

NRMA President and former politician, Wendy Machin, has made no secret of the fact that she’s sick of the spin and empty promises from politicians about fixing roads. In her role at the NRMA, Wendy has worked to draw attention to issues affecting local communities regarding the appalling state of Australian roads … (more…)  Read More →

Josh Pyke

Josh Pyke is one of Australia’s favourite home grown artists, with a stack of accolades to prove it. Nicci Seccombe had the chance to speak with Josh as he prepares to embark on his regional tour – which includes a stop at Port Macquarie … (more…)  Read More →

Kingsley Pursch – Great Lakes Sailing Club

Located 10 km south of Forster and surrounded by Booti Booti National Park, Great Lakes Sailing Club has lapped up the splendid views of Wallis Lake for over 40 years – and in the process, brought a joy of sailing to many people, young and old. (more…)  Read More →

Shaun Clark – Contemporary artist

Contemporary artist Shaun Clark’s first time entry in the Archibald in 2000, a painting of iconic Australian actor Ruth Cracknell, hung in the Salon des Refuses. He has painted a slew of other well-known Australian identities and a self-portrait titled Blood, Sweat and Fears, painted in his own blood, toured Australia in 2007. Shaun works from a studio at his bush property at Topi Topi, near Bungwahl.... (more...)