Safer, smoother journeys as Maria River Rd sealing project takes shape Published on 09 September 2026 A major milestone has been reached on an upgrade of Maria River Road which connects Port Macquarie and Crescent Head, with a quarter of the 20.2km sealing project complete. Tagged as: , Business, Mayor and Councillors, Recovery, Roads, Tourism
Plenty to be excited about in the Macleay Published on 25 March 2026 One of the things that makes me most proud to be Mayor is seeing the people behind our incredible local events. These moments support our businesses and show visitors exactly why the Macleay is such a special place. Tagged as: , Business, Events, Mayor's column, Tourism
Food waste separation mandate for businesses Published on 16 March 2026 From July, the first stage of the NSW Government’s mandate will require some businesses that sell or handle food to separate food waste from general waste. Tagged as: , Business, Tourism, Waste
Construction underway on Maria River Road upgrade Published on 03 March 2026 Construction is now well and truly underway on the $24 million Maria River Road Upgrade, with Eire Construction delivering work in stages across the northern and southern sections of the 20.2-kilometre roadway. Tagged as: , Mayor and Councillors, Recovery, Roads, Tourism
Mulumun Trail construction takes next step: Little Bay to Smoky Cape Published on 18 December 2025 Construction on the next phase of Stage 1 of the Mulumun Trail, between Little Bay and Smoky Cape will begin in January 2026, marking a major step toward completing one of the Macleay Valley Coast’s most spectacular walking experiences. Tagged as: , Sports and Recreation, Tourism
Help promote beach safety this summer Published on 08 December 2025 Summer crowds are coming. Help us in share beach and ocean safety tips. Tagged as: , Business, Sports and Recreation, Tourism
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. Tagged as: , Business, Roads, Tourism
New additions coming for Crescent Head Holiday Park Published on 26 November 2025 To welcome more visitors and support the local economy, 11 new cabins, one, two, and three bedroom options, will soon be added to ‘Area 8’ Crescent Head Holiday Park. Tagged as: , Business, Holiday Parks, Tourism
Have your say on the Mulumun Trail Masterplan Published on 10 September 2025 With the name, core design and branding now in place, feedback is being sought to help refine how the Mulumun Trail is presented, promoted and activated. Tagged as: , Business, Community Life, Tourism