Several long-serving community volunteers have been recognised for their dedication and leadership as part of the 2026 NSW Seniors Festival Local Senior of the Year Awards.
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World-class piping talent to feature at 121st Maclean Highland Gathering
Celebrating its 121st year, the Maclean Highland Gathering 2026 will welcome internationally celebrated solo piper Willie McCallum for the first time when it opens its doors this coming Easter.
Posted inLismore, Sport and fitness events, Youth
Rumble on the River skateboard spectacle in Lismore
Australia’s top skateboarders are set to converge on Lismore next month for Rumble on the River, a four-day competition that will showcase elite talent at the city’s newly opened skate park.
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Grafton men invited to pull up a chair at new Men’s Table gathering
Local men looking for meaningful connections and supportive friendships are being encouraged to pull up a chair at Grafton’s first Men’s Table Entrée Night later this month.
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Regional Australia Bank named most recommended customer-owned bank
The Port Macquarie headquartered Regional Australia Bank has won an award based on customer recommendations.
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Michelle Cowan named Clarence Electorate Local Woman of the Year
Grafton counsellor Michelle Cowan has been named the 2026 Clarence Electorate Local Woman of the Year for her work supporting the Clarence Valley community.
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Volunteer awards nominations open as state celebrates 1.3b volunteer hours
Nominations have opened for the 2026 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards, marking 20 years of recognising the quiet achievers who underpin communities across the state.
Posted inAwareness Events, Local News, Recreation, Women
Go walking this Women’s Week
Women across the North Coast are being invited to lace up their boots and hit the trails this NSW Women’s Week, with a series of guided bushwalks designed to build confidence, connection and community.
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Restored Holden to raise funds for Westpac Rescue Helicopter
A rare 1986 Holden VL Commodore restored by TAFE NSW students is set to go under the hammer, with proceeds to support the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.
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Seniors Week 2026: the North Coast celebrates “Live Life in Colour”
Across the North Coast, communities will celebrate the 2026 NSW Seniors Festival from 2–15 March, embracing this year’s vibrant theme, “Live Life in Colour.”