Welcome to Port Macquarie-Hastings Council's Community Forum

Welcome to Port Macquarie-Hastings Council's Community Forum

This dedicated community consultation website is one of the methods Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is using to connect with the community.

Since its launch in August 2009 thousands of people have viewed or contributed to discussions on Parking, Dogs in Open Spaces and Timbertown.  

Find out what issues are currently being discussed by clicking on the Current Forums tab on the right of the screen.

Council has also established a Community Reference Group to provide a reference point for key decision making. Visit Council's website www.pmhc.nsw.gov.au to find out more.

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Take 5 minutes to please complete the library survey.

Take 5 minutes to please complete the library survey.

We're interested in your thoughts about your Libraries!

Port Macquarie-Hastings Libraries offer a wide range of services. Our lending collection includes books, CDs, DVDs, audio books and magazines. Our online services include ebooks, downloadable music, computer courses and tutoring. Each library offers computer facilities, room hire, access to family history resources and free Wi-Fi. We also offer a range of programs and activities for children. The libraries are open Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings.

Our surveys for library users and non-library users will take approx 5 minutes to complete and provide valuable feedback on library services. Please complete a library survey today!

Seniors Week Grant Open

Seniors Week Grant Open

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council has opened its annual Seniors Week grant program with funding available for community events and activities.
Not-for-profit community based organisations wishing to organise an activity during Seniors Week, 18-25 March are encouraged to apply.

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My Community Photography Competition

My Community Photography Competition

Council is calling on budding photographers to get out and explore the Hastings as part of the 'My Community' photography competition launched on Facebook.  Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to hit the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Facebook page and upload a photo that captures what it is they love about our community for the chance to win an iPad2.

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Back to School Road Safety Blitz

Back to School Road Safety Blitz

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, Roads and Maritime Services and the Police have joined the campaign to increase awareness of road safety issues in school zones, as thousands of local students return to the classroom for another year.

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Port Macquarie Skate Park Ready for Action

Port Macquarie Skate Park Ready for Action

The construction barriers to Port Macquarie's new state-of-the-art skate park facility are down and within an hour of the park being officially declared complete, the skaters were ready for action.

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$75,000 for Lake Cathie Erosion

$75,000 for Lake Cathie Erosion

Minister for the Environment, Robyn Parker today announced Port Macquarie-Hastings Council would receive $75,000 to repair stormwater outlets near Lake Cathie.

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Port Macquarie Visitor Information Centre Wins Rod Murdoch Award

Port Macquarie Visitor Information Centre Wins Rod Murdoch Award

Port Macquarie's Visitor Information Centre won the 2011 Rod Murdoch Award for Excellence in the operation of a Visitor Information Centre at the NSW State Tourism Awards.

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New self check system for Port Macquarie library

New self check system for Port Macquarie library

A new RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) system will allow Port Macquarie library patrons to use a self-check kiosk to borrow books.

Council's Library Manager Jim Maguire said the new technology will mean all books in the library will now have radio tags, instead of barcodes, which will contain all the details of the item.

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Microchipping brings happy end to 'Wreckas' adventure!

Microchipping brings happy end to 'Wreckas' adventure!

For Wrecka the Foxie-cross Chihuahua, life has been one big adventure since he went missing from his home near Penrith almost 18 months ago. Thanks to microchipping, Wrecka will be re-united with his family.

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Wauchope Bottle Bubbler

Wauchope Bottle Bubbler

Wauchope residents will be able to refill their water bottles at a purpose built water station to be installed at Bain Park.

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is rolling out the installation of 12 water filling stations – Bottle Bubblers - in key public areas across the region.

There are Bottle Bubblers already in use at Town Green, Oxley Beach and Rocky Beach Reserve allowing walkers, runners and park users to refill water bottles for free.

Council is seeking community feedback on the location of the Wauchope Bottle Bubbler to ensure it is highly accessible and easy to maintain.

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