Weed of the Month: Mexican Feather Grass (Nassella tenuissima)
Mexican Feather Grass may look like an attractive ornamental grass, but if it escapes from gardens it can become a
Lisa Preston
Environment
31/08/2026
Mexican Feather Grass may look like an attractive ornamental grass, but if it escapes from gardens it can become a
Environment
31/08/2026
Plum Pine (Podocarpus Elatus) is a distinctive native conifer with unusual fruit and strong links to our local rainforests. In
Waste and recycling
26/08/2026
Food waste is a big part of the waste generated by NSW businesses. In fact, around one quarter of all
Environment
04/08/2026
At first glance Giant Parramatta Grass and Giant Rat’s Tail Grass can look like just another clump of grass in
Environment
29/07/2026
More than 50 community volunteers joined Port Macquarie Hastings Council and Hastings Landcare at Bunderra Reserve, Beechwood, on Sunday 27
Environment
29/07/2026
Yellow Pear-fruit (Mischocarpus pyriformis) Yellow Pear-fruit is an attractive, small to medium sized tree found in coastal rainforest from Seal
Waste and recycling
29/07/2026
Each month, we’re highlighting a tricky waste item that often causes confusion at the bin. Knowing where these items belong
Waste and recycling
06/07/2026
Every July, thousands of people make a Plastic Free July pledge with the best of intentions. They buy a reusable
Threatened Species
27/05/2026
The Rufous Scrub-bird, an elusive creature with an ancient songbird lineage, is fighting for survival. Conservation Status in NSW: Vulnerable
Waste and recycling
20/05/2026
Each July, millions of people around the world take part in Plastic Free July, choosing simple ways to reduce single-use
Environment
29/04/2026
World Bee Day on 20 May is the perfect time to help native bees thrive at home. Native bees are
EnvironmentFlying FoxFrankies Fan ClubThreatened Species
07/04/2026
The grey-headed flying fox, our night-time forest gardeners, are crucial to the health and survival of our native trees and
Waste and recycling
01/04/2026
A recent kerbside waste audit reveals steady progress – and clear opportunities to improve. Households across the Port Macquarie Hastings
Waste and recycling
07/01/2026
Some things don’t belong in any bin – help keep valuable materials out of landfill by dropping it off for
Waste and recycling
26/11/2025
Your easy guide to getting Christmas waste in the right bin With Christmas just around the corner, many of us
EnvironmentThreatened Species
01/10/2025
With one in six Australian bird species now facing the threat of extinction, there’s never been a better time to
Waste and recycling
03/09/2025
Spring is the perfect time for a clean up – at home and in our community. From repairing, reusing and
EnvironmentWaste and recycling
03/09/2025
Did you know you can now recycle solar panels, drop off hidden batteries, and even charge your EV from a
EnvironmentThreatened Species
04/08/2025
Despite being arguably one of Australia’s cutest creatures, this gliding possum is struggling for survival. NSW Conservation Status: Endangered Commonwealth
Lisa Preston
Native Plant of the Month: Plum Pine (Podocarpus elatus)
Plum Pine (Podocarpus Elatus) is a distinctive native conifer with unusual fruit and strong links to our local rainforests. In
Business food waste: getting it in the right bin
Food waste is a big part of the waste generated by NSW businesses. In fact, around one quarter of all
Weed of the Month: Giant Parramatta Grass & Giant Rat’s Tail Grass (Sporobolus spp.)
At first glance Giant Parramatta Grass and Giant Rat’s Tail Grass can look like just another clump of grass in
Community comes together to restore Bunderra Reserve for National Tree Day
More than 50 community volunteers joined Port Macquarie Hastings Council and Hastings Landcare at Bunderra Reserve, Beechwood, on Sunday 27
Native Plant of the Month: Yellow Pear-fruit
Yellow Pear-fruit (Mischocarpus pyriformis) Yellow Pear-fruit is an attractive, small to medium sized tree found in coastal rainforest from Seal
Tricky Waste Item of the Month
Each month, we’re highlighting a tricky waste item that often causes confusion at the bin. Knowing where these items belong
Want your Plastic Free July pledge to actually stick? Try habit stacking.
Every July, thousands of people make a Plastic Free July pledge with the best of intentions. They buy a reusable
Threatened Species of the Month: Rufous Scrub-bird (Atrichornis rufescens)
The Rufous Scrub-bird, an elusive creature with an ancient songbird lineage, is fighting for survival. Conservation Status in NSW: Vulnerable
Set Yourself Up for Success this Plastic Free July
Each July, millions of people around the world take part in Plastic Free July, choosing simple ways to reduce single-use
Help Native Bees Thrive in Your Garden
World Bee Day on 20 May is the perfect time to help native bees thrive at home. Native bees are
Threatened Species of the Month: Grey-Headed Flying Fox (Pteropus Poliocephalus)
The grey-headed flying fox, our night-time forest gardeners, are crucial to the health and survival of our native trees and
What Our Kerbside Bins Are Telling Us
A recent kerbside waste audit reveals steady progress – and clear opportunities to improve. Households across the Port Macquarie Hastings
Drop Off for Free: Keeping valuable materials out of landfill
Some things don’t belong in any bin – help keep valuable materials out of landfill by dropping it off for
Festive Waste, Sorted
Your easy guide to getting Christmas waste in the right bin With Christmas just around the corner, many of us
BirdLife’s Aussie Bird Count is back! 20-26 October 2025
With one in six Australian bird species now facing the threat of extinction, there’s never been a better time to
Spring Clean With Impact
Spring is the perfect time for a clean up – at home and in our community. From repairing, reusing and
Sustainability Trials in Our Community
Did you know you can now recycle solar panels, drop off hidden batteries, and even charge your EV from a
Threatened Species of the Month: Southern Greater Glider (Petauroides Volans)
Despite being arguably one of Australia’s cutest creatures, this gliding possum is struggling for survival. NSW Conservation Status: Endangered Commonwealth
Home is where the hollow is
Supporting the NSW Government effort to protect tree hollows and the species that depend on them. https://youtu.be/yoa2GZsuJ1M?si=O4TYVCeKVBMFE0Mx Many of our
