The Manning Valley Choral Society (MVCS) is celebrating its Ruby Anniversary this year, marking 40 years of music-making that has taken choristers from church halls to shopping centres across the region.
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Posted inEducation, Kempsey Shire, Parenting and kids
Kempsey Shire Libraries call young artists for Book Week bookmark competition
Kempsey Shire Libraries are calling on young artists to help bring this year’s Book Week theme to life, with a bookmark design competition open to children and teens aged three to 18.
Posted inEducation, Macksville
Democracy on the Move: Parliament of NSW Regional Roadshow heads to Macksville
Parliament of NSW will bring its Regional Roadshow to Macksville on 12 August, giving regional students opportunities to engage democracy.
Posted inEntertainment, Lismore
Award-winning Norco Eat the Street unveils 2026 food, drink and entertainment lineup
Fresh from winning Silver at the NSW Regional Tourism Awards, Norco Eat the Street has confirmed its 2026 food, drink lineup.
Posted inHealth, Local News
Command centre established to coordinate winter hospital demand
NSW has established a permanent command centre to coordinate hospital demand this winter as influenza cases and emergency department presentations continue rising.
Posted inLocal News
State Government moves to strengthen fisheries enforcement powers
The State Government will introduce new laws to strengthen fisheries enforcement, targeting illegal fishing, black market seafood sales and marine habitat protection.
Posted inCoffs Harbour
New director focused on shaping Coffs Harbour’s next chapter
New Planning and Communities Director Ian Fitzgibbon wants to help shape Coffs Harbour’s growth while preserving the city’s character.
Posted inEducation, Good News, Maclean
Maclean High teacher honoured with prestigious NSW education award
Maclean High School teacher Liza Hamilton has been recognised as one of only nine recipients across the state to receive the prestigious NSW Secretary Award for Excellent Service at the 2026 NSW Public Education Awards, held in Sydney last night.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Fundraiser, Port Macquarie
Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie dive into first Polar Plunge for Special Olympics
Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie will host their first Polar Plunge fundraising events this weekend, with locals invited to brave the winter water in support of Special Olympics athletes on the Mid North Coast.
Posted inAwards, Clarence Valley, NSW Politics, Women
Search begins for Clarence’s Local Woman of the Year
For the first time, Richie Williamson is handing the search for Clarence’s Local Woman of the Year over to the community. Who deserves to follow Michelle Cowan into the honour?