Clean Spaces, Clean Tricks: ‘Keep It Clean’ Kicks Off in Youth Week
Our local youth are leading the call for cleaner skate spaces, and they’ve helped shape a new campaign that backs
Jenna OConnell
Waste and recycling
15/04/2025
Our local youth are leading the call for cleaner skate spaces, and they’ve helped shape a new campaign that backs
Environment
07/04/2025
What does a global call for clean energy look like at the local level? Let’s take a closer look. This
Environment
07/04/2025
The April weed of the month is Groundsel bush (Baccharis halimifolia) Groundsel bush is a menace of coastal floodplains, wetlands,
Waste and recycling
02/04/2025
Our local skate spaces are more than just ramps and rails. They’re active, social places where many of our young
Waste and recycling
11/03/2025
Over 80,000 volunteers attended more than 8,000 clean-ups across the country – our biggest effort yet. The 35th anniversary of
Environment
10/02/2025
The February weed of the month is Miconia, also known as ‘The Purple Plague’. Miconia (The Purple Plague) is a
Environment
06/12/2024
Our local region is recognised as one of 19 koala strongholds in New South Wales. It’s a responsibility we take
Waste and recycling
05/12/2024
National Recycling Week 2024 was one to celebrate, with our community stepping up as true Everyday Recycling Heroes! From pop-up
Waste and recycling
29/11/2024
The festive season is upon us and with it comes the joy of giving and receiving gifts. But the spirit
EnvironmentThreatened Species
04/11/2024
Rescue and release: a return to the ocean NSW Status: Vulnerable Commonwealth Status: Vulnerable A sighting of the threatened Green
Environment
05/08/2024
The Hairy Rosewood (Dysoxylum rufum), cousin to July’s native plant of the month, the Rosewood, is a part of the
Environment
05/08/2024
The August weed of the month is Shoebutton ardisia – Ardisia elliptica Shoebutton ardisia is a shrub from India and
Environment
05/08/2024
One year after the initial National Tree Day event, Koala Street Reserve showcases remarkable progress with continued bush regeneration and
Environment
02/08/2024
Local CoastSnap stations, Town Beach and Tacking Point are now in the top 10 worldwide for community participation! CoastSnap is
Environment
04/06/2024
Brush cherry (Syzygium australe) generally grows as a small bushy tree in gardens, up to 6m tall, but along creeks
Environment
04/06/2024
The June weed of the month is Cape broom, officially named Genista monspessulana Of the various introduced Broom and Gorse
Environment
05/03/2024
On any given day in Kooloonbung Creek you can visit the larger Grey-Headed and Black flying foxes as they roost,
Jenna OConnell
Earth Day 2025: Our Power, Our Planet
What does a global call for clean energy look like at the local level? Let’s take a closer look. This
Weed of the Month: Groundsel bush (Baccharis halimifolia)
The April weed of the month is Groundsel bush (Baccharis halimifolia) Groundsel bush is a menace of coastal floodplains, wetlands,
Keep It Clean: A New Drop for Cleaner Skate Spaces
Our local skate spaces are more than just ramps and rails. They’re active, social places where many of our young
Clean Up Australia Day 2025: A Record-Breaking Effort
Over 80,000 volunteers attended more than 8,000 clean-ups across the country – our biggest effort yet. The 35th anniversary of
Weed of the Month: Miconia (The Purple Plague)
The February weed of the month is Miconia, also known as ‘The Purple Plague’. Miconia (The Purple Plague) is a
Koalas on Camera: Protecting Our Local Wildlife
Our local region is recognised as one of 19 koala strongholds in New South Wales. It’s a responsibility we take
That’s a Wrap on National Recycling Week 2024
National Recycling Week 2024 was one to celebrate, with our community stepping up as true Everyday Recycling Heroes! From pop-up
Greening Your Gift-Giving this Christmas
The festive season is upon us and with it comes the joy of giving and receiving gifts. But the spirit
Threatened Species of the Month: Green Turtle (Chelonia midas)
Rescue and release: a return to the ocean NSW Status: Vulnerable Commonwealth Status: Vulnerable A sighting of the threatened Green
Embedded Batteries: How to Recycle Them Safely
You can now drop off items with embedded batteries for free at Port Macquarie (Kingfisher) Waste Transfer Station thanks to
International Gulan (Bat) Night 2024: A Resounding Success in Port Macquarie-Hastings
The International Bat Night 2024, hosted by Charles Sturt University- Port Macquarie, was a resounding success, marking the first time
Native Plant of the Month: Hairy Rosewood
The Hairy Rosewood (Dysoxylum rufum), cousin to July’s native plant of the month, the Rosewood, is a part of the
Weed of the Month: Shoebutton ardisia
The August weed of the month is Shoebutton ardisia – Ardisia elliptica Shoebutton ardisia is a shrub from India and
Celebrating National Tree Day 2024: A Year of Growth and Renewal
One year after the initial National Tree Day event, Koala Street Reserve showcases remarkable progress with continued bush regeneration and
CoastSnap: Our Community Leads the Way in Coastal Monitoring
Local CoastSnap stations, Town Beach and Tacking Point are now in the top 10 worldwide for community participation! CoastSnap is
Electrifying News: Port Macquarie Leading the Charge in EV Adoption and Sustainable Innovation
Port Macquarie is making significant strides in sustainable transportation and energy solutions Our community’s efforts in increasing EV adoption, installing
Native Plant of the Month: Syzygium australe
Brush cherry (Syzygium australe) generally grows as a small bushy tree in gardens, up to 6m tall, but along creeks
Weed of the Month: Genista monspessulana
The June weed of the month is Cape broom, officially named Genista monspessulana Of the various introduced Broom and Gorse
Move over big guys, the Little Red Flying Foxes are back!
On any given day in Kooloonbung Creek you can visit the larger Grey-Headed and Black flying foxes as they roost,
