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A love of local history and respect for one of Wauchope’s true iconic women was the inspiration behind Garry and Janice Bruem’s 12-month labour of love – The Royal of the North. With 200 pages of photos, interviews, stories and historical facts, the history of the Wauchope and Port Macquarie Shows have been documented in this unique book … but if you’d like a copy, you’ll have to get in fast, as there’s a limited print run of 1,000 copies.

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John (JD) Graham is a well known figure around the Wauchope area. A well-respected and prominent businessman and former Chairman of the Urban Committee in Wauchope for 25 years, he has seen many changes occur in the Hastings-Wauchope area over time …

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Hand made or factory built? There’s more to hand making a beautiful guitar than meets the eye. A unique blending of science, knowledge and woodworking skill allow local Luthier John Buckham to create instruments of superior quality…

 

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Two fantastic events will kick start Wauchope’s 28th Annual Lasiandra Festival – The Lasiandra Swing Dance and the Lasiandra Cabaret Evening. Chrissy Jones tells us more … Read more

Thara Thai Restaurant in Wauchope has been blessed by Buddhist Monks to celebrate 2 years in business – and to bring ongoing luck and prosperity to all those present. Chrissy Jones had the pleasure of being invited to witness the event and chats with owner, Thara Watson. Read more

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Authentic, traditional Thai cuisine done in a modern and extraordinary way!

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There’s a warm and intimate little venue tucked away in Wauchope that attracts musicians, performers and artists of the highest calibre. If you haven’t visited an event staged by the Wauchope Community Arts Council Inc. Krissa Wilkinson,shares her enthusiasm for the arts.

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The Wauchope Lions Club are holding their annual Antique and Collectables Fair, with the weekend set to deliver an interesting and entertaining event for everyone! Jim Munro and Greg Cavanagh from the Wauchope Lions Club fill us in …

 

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Chrissy Jones had the pleasure of meeting some American Rotarians visiting our local area as part of the Rotary Friendship Exchange. Chrissy chats with Dr Rita Rae Fontenot about her experience.

 

 

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Class-ique Fashions in Wauchope is not just another dress shop. Amongst the display of fashion posters are pictures of horses and farm animals.

 

 

 

 

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FOCUS interviewed the crew of Headquarters Brigade, NSW Rural Fire Service, stationed in Wauchope, to discuss 20 years of operation.

 

 

 

 

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Hastings resident Lynton Blythe has just received a 50 year Long Service Award from the NSW Rural Fire Brigade, recognising his remarkable commitment to serving the community he loves. Chrissy Jones chats with Lynton.

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Ever wondered how they grow miniature trees in a tray – aka a Bonsai? Wauchope Bonsai club tells us more.

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Lyn Withers lives on a farm on the banks of the Hastings River, surrounded by green as far as the eye can see. She tends more than 400 citrus trees and other fruit species, and crops of aromatic herbs.

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Craig Lockwood brings our Australian heritage alive in his role as the Timbertown Bullocky. We talk to Craig about his passion for Bullocks and how it has changed his life.

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