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Glasshouse unveils 2026 Select theatre program to packed house

Published on 30 January 2026

The Port-Macquarie-Hastings area will once again benefit from some of the best theatre in the country with the launch of the Glasshouse’s 2026 Select Theatre Program last night.

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Sporting community update regarding seasonal sportsfield changeover

Published on 29 January 2026

Ongoing demand for our sportsfields has led to growing interest from our local sporting community around the seasonal changeover period from summer to winter sport.

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Council appoints Director Community Infrastructure

Published on 20 January 2026

Port Macquarie Hastings Council has announced the appointment of Ben Wood as its new Director Community Infrastructure, who commenced in the role earlier this month following a competitive recruitment process.

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Message from the Mayor: Port Macquarie high rise development proposal

Published on 15 January 2026

Port Macquarie Hastings Council has been advised through the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), that the NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces has declared a proposal at 29 Park Street (corner Park and Warlters Street), Port Macquarie, a State Significant Development (SSD).

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PMHC helps Qantas and Australian Red Cross spread some festive cheer

Published on 19 December 2025

Port Macquarie Hastings Council was proud to help Qantas and Australian Red Cross spread some festive cheer as part of their annual Christmas Gift Drive this week.

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New five-year disability inclusion action plan announced

Published on 04 December 2025

A new action plan to improve accessibility and liveability for people living with a disability has been launched by Mayor Adam Roberts.

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2025 NSW Touch Football State Cup kicks off Friday

Published on 04 December 2025

The 2025 NSW Touch Football (NSWTF) State Cup is set to be one of the largest and most prestigious events on the Touch Football calendar, with the competition taking place from December 5-7 at Port Macquarie’s Regional Stadium and Tuffins Lane Sporting Fields.

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Maria River Road upgrade reaches milestone with contractor appointment

Published on 01 December 2025

Port Macquarie Hastings Council (PMHC) and Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) have reached a significant milestone in the long-awaited upgrade of Maria River Road, with the appointment of a construction contractor following PMHC’s Ordinary Council Meeting on 20 November 2025.

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Message from the Mayor: Port Macquarie Southern Breakwall project

Published on 26 November 2025

I wish to acknowledge that the recent confirmation from Transport for NSW (TfNSW) regarding their updated position on the Port Macquarie Southern Breakwall will come as welcome relief to many in our community.

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Lake Cathie Foreshore Reserve set for beach nourishment works

Published on 24 November 2025

Port Macquarie Hastings Council (PMHC) will soon undertake beach nourishment works at Lake Cathie Reserve to improve foreshore stability and provide enhanced sandy areas for families and visitors.

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