Environment
Threatened Species of the Month: Brush-tailed Phascogale (Phascogale tapoatafa)
Hidden amongst the treetops of our region is a tiny but mighty hunter with a tail like a bottlebrush and a brutal breeding season where
31/08/2026
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EnvironmentThreatened Species
31/08/2026
Hidden amongst the treetops of our region is a tiny but mighty hunter with a tail like a bottlebrush and
Environment
31/08/2026
Biodiversity Month is a great reminder that our region is home to an incredible variety of plants and animals –
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
10/08/2026
Koalas may be an Australian icon, but they are also endangered – and as breeding season begins, they’ll be moving
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
03/08/2026
Council’s 2026 Annual Tree Planting Program has successfully wrapped up, with ninety-two advanced trees planted across the region this season.
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
29/06/2026
Breeding only in Tasmania in spring and summer, the critically endangered swift parrot migrates to the mainland each winter. Conservation
Environment
29/06/2026
Siam weed (Chromolaena odorata) is one of the Prohibited Matter weeds in NSW. One of the world’s worst tropical weeds
Environment
29/06/2026
Hairy Bird’s eye (Alectryon tomentosus) Although in the same family as the previously featured Beach Bird’s Eye which is a
Environment
02/06/2026
Groundsel bush (Baccharis halimifolia) – a prolific menace https://youtube.com/shorts/clF3u–t2GQ?si=lY0Rc9g8GcrCD-Mz With its fluffy white flowers swaying in the breeze, this shrub
Environment
31/05/2026
When people think of rainforests, they often picture faraway destinations. Yet many of us pass pockets of rainforest every day
Environment
29/05/2026
Coastal Banksia (Banksia integrifolia) Coastal Banksia is an open erect or spreading tree, growing up to 10-15m tall. Coastal banksia
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
BlogEd
Environment
Heads up: Magpie swooping season has arrived
Biodiversity Month is a great reminder that our region is home to an incredible variety of plants and animals – including some very protective feathered
02/09/2026
Environment
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 serious problem for pastures, bushland
31/08/2026
Environment
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 our local bushland, we have
31/08/2026
Waste and recycling
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 NSW business waste sent to
31/08/2026
Environment
Threatened Species of the Month: Koala (Phascolarctos cinerius)
Koalas may be an Australian icon, but they are also endangered – and as breeding season begins, they’ll be moving more often through our neighbourhoods,
13/08/2026
Environment
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 the paddock – but they
10/08/2026
Environment
Our Urban Canopy is Growing
Council’s 2026 Annual Tree Planting Program has successfully wrapped up, with ninety-two advanced trees planted across the region this season. Following a dry spring and
13/08/2026
Environment
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 July to celebrate National Tree
17/08/2026
Environment
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 Rocks to far North Queensland.
29/07/2026
Waste and recycling
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 helps reduce contamination and keep
09/09/2026
Waste and recycling
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 coffee cup, remember their shopping
06/07/2026
Threatened Species
Threatened Species of the Month: Swift Parrot (Lathamus discolor)
Breeding only in Tasmania in spring and summer, the critically endangered swift parrot migrates to the mainland each winter. Conservation Status in NSW: Endangered Commonwealth
10/08/2026
Environment
Weed of the Month: Siam weed (Chromolaena odorata)
Siam weed (Chromolaena odorata) is one of the Prohibited Matter weeds in NSW. One of the world’s worst tropical weeds Although it has not been
29/06/2026
Environment
Native Plant of the Month: Hairy Bird’s Eye (Alectryon tomentosus)
Hairy Bird’s eye (Alectryon tomentosus) Although in the same family as the previously featured Beach Bird’s Eye which is a tough, low-growing coastal plant adapted
29/06/2026
Environment
Weed of the Month: Groundsel bush (Baccharis halimifolia)
Groundsel bush (Baccharis halimifolia) – a prolific menace https://youtube.com/shorts/clF3u–t2GQ?si=lY0Rc9g8GcrCD-Mz With its fluffy white flowers swaying in the breeze, this shrub appearing in coastal pastures and
15/06/2026
Environment
World Rainforest Day: Simple ways to explore and learn about our local rainforests
When people think of rainforests, they often picture faraway destinations. Yet many of us pass pockets of rainforest every day without necessarily knowing much about
10/08/2026
Environment
Native Plant of the Month: Coastal Banksia
Coastal Banksia (Banksia integrifolia) Coastal Banksia is an open erect or spreading tree, growing up to 10-15m tall. Coastal banksia is very common along our
29/05/2026
Threatened Species
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 Commonwealth Status: Endangered Deep within
27/05/2026
Waste and recycling
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 plastic in their everyday lives.
30/06/2026
