After spending her school years in Port Macquarie, film director and photographer, Karen Borger, has since called Sydney, Melbourne and Los Angeles home. These days, Karen divides her time between the USA and Australia and has lots of exciting new projects in the works …
If the walls could talk and tell the tale of years past, Byabarra Hall, located on a windy road west of Wauchope, would have lots to tell. Chrissy Jones caught up with Annette Willows, who has heard some whispers …
Expressing his music from the heart is important to Darren and winning 5 Australian Blues Music Awards has provided him and his fellow band members with the inspiration to continue building on their success.
Darren will be raising awareness about The National Broadband Network at the T.H.E. Exchange event in Coffs Harbour on 21 June.
While grieving over the loss of her stillborn daughter Robyn, Fern Treacy filled her insomnia driven nights with sewing to pass time. She tells us the story of the creation of Aisling Milis, how it helped her deal with the grief and how it has blossomed into a full time business.
Using the natural shapes of wood to create clocks, bowls and platters, Doug Ballard has carried out his woodworking hobby for twelve years from his home in Comboyne. A regular at the Foreshore Market in Port Macquarie, we spoke to Doug about his love for creating unique pieces that can’t be found anywhere else in the world.
The future of the Hastings and Manning Valley regions has taken a giant leap forward, with the opening of the new Charles Sturt University campus in Grant Street, Port Macquarie. Dr Muyesser Durur is the new Campus Director, a dynamic leader who’s equally passionate about education and sustainable regional development … 
What would YOU do if you suffered from a fear or phobia? At age 50, inspirational local Janice Downes decided to face her fear of sharks by diving with these giants of the deep. Now, at age 74, Janice has lived a rich and full life, providing many years of service to others. Her story serves to remind us that life is what we make it … through hardship, happiness, gratitude and giving. 
Well known first for her print making, a key focus of Wendy Stokes’ art practice since the late 1990s has been her stunning and distinctive paintings…
Mayoral candidate Adam Roberts rolls his sleeves up to discuss his ideas and vision for the future of the Port Macquarie-Hastings area. If elected, the status quo might just have to change … 
If you’re a woman in the Hastings area who likes to keep fit, enjoys team spirit and having fun in a social atmosphere, why not consider playing cricket? The Hastings River District Women’s Cricket Association meets Friday nights for a social comp – and they welcome you to come along! 
Many people are aware that the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service plays a vital role in communities throughout NSW – countless lives have been saved because of the skill and dedication of the rescue service’s crew. What people may not be aware of is the fact that there’s a hardworking local support group raising funds for the service. Bruce Cant, Chairman of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service Hastings Support Group fills us in … 
To help celebrate Youth Week, two creative workshops will be held at the Glasshouse this month. 
Ocean Breeze Café & Catering is a diner’s delight, situated in the Port City Bowling Club. Kylie and Rachel pride themselves on quality flavoursome food and great service. Now in its fifth year, the Ocean Breeze Café has gone from strength to strength. We talk to Kylie about how it all got started. 
LV’s have been open now for a couple of weeks. Have you enjoyed starting your own restaurant, and what has the feedback been like? 
