Homegrown Support: Holistic Care for Mothers For Melina Rainger, midwifery has never been just a profession. It is a lineage, a calling, and now a homecoming. Born and raised in the small coastal village of Pottsville, Melina comes from generations of local families who have lived, worked, and raised children in the Tweed Valley. Those […]
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Georgia Kinchin’s App for Survivors Words Povel Torudd From the beaches of Kingscliff to the quiet backroads of the Tweed Valley, Georgia Kinchin’s Winnebago has seen more than most tech startups ever will. But then, Heard – Survivor Space isn’t your usual app story. And Georgia isn’t your usual founder. She built the entire platform […]
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Where Local Women Make a Big Difference The Women’s Giving Circle did not begin as a big campaign or a polished idea on paper. It began the way many good things do in the Northern Rivers: with a handful of women paying attention to what was happening around them, and deciding to do something practical […]
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Summer Rides, Picnic Vibes Sunshine, fresh air, and a sense of adventure—summer in the Tweed is made for exploring. Two local entrepreneurs, Britt, owner of Pedals and Picnics and Mick, owner of Valley eBikes, are making it unforgettable with their award-winning, sustainable businesses along the Northern Rivers Rail Trail. With a shared love of the […]
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The Pursuit of Happiness: An Illusion or a Path to Freedom? Many of us spend our lives chasing happiness, believing it lies just beyond our next milestone—a perfect day, a new relationship, or an achievement. But what if happiness isn’t a distant destination, but something we can experience in the journey itself? The belief that happiness is always “just […]
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Walking with Wildlife Dogs, Leads and Markies Miracle http://www.tvwc.org.auWords Jess Cale The day started like any other for Kate and Mark, out on a morning walk with their dogs along the picturesque Cudgera Creek Road. Their dogs, always alert and curious, suddenly stopped, tails wagging vigorously. They had spotted something unusual on the roadside and […]
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Potters of the Tweed Words Peter Smith Mark your calendars for the second weekend of November, when the talented potters of the Tweed open their doors to the public for a truly unique event. This special weekend, organised by the Clay Without Borders collective, marks their fourth annual showcase. With 53 members in the group, […]
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Pottsville Beach Sports Club: Moving with our Community At Pottsville Beach Sports Club, we believe in the power of community and the importance of standing together against domestic and family violence. Domestic violence is, at its core, about power and control, and its impact can be devastating for victims and their loved ones. The statistics […]
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They’re our furry, funny friends who hold a place in our hearts (and ok, our beds ..) giving joy anddespair in equal measure as they live their (nine) best lives and carefree (doggo) years in this petparadise we call the Tweed Coast. Margaret Dekker catches up with just some of the pets and ‘pet people’ who […]
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At Pottsville Beach Public School, a commitment to holistic education beyond the classroom is evident as the school proudly announces the receipt of a 2024 Woolworths Junior Landcare Grant. Valued at $1,000, this grant will fund their ambitious multi-purpose garden project.
The vision for this initiative is to
establish an outdoor educational space fostering learning about ecosystems, sustainable food production, healthy nutrition, and First Nations’
environmental stewardship. Additionally, the garden will serve as a tranquil environment for students needing a break from indoor settings, encouraging sensory exploration in nature.
Students will actively engage in every stage of the project, from planning seed layouts suitable for our climate to germinating seeds, planting seedlings, garden maintenance, harvesting produce, and utilising fresh ingredients in school canteen recipes. They will also manage composting and a worm farm, and organise a community market stall.
To realise this vision, the school is mobilising support from parents, local businesses, and community organisations through volunteerism and donations. Contributions will not only enrich student learning but also promote sustainability and healthy lifestyles within the broader community.
For those interested in donating items, please contact the P&C at
Pottsville Beach Public School via email: pandc.pottsville@gmail.com. Heartfelt thanks go to Pottsville
Community Garden, Pottsville Sports Club, Village Hardware, Hummingbird Bakery and Gelato, Landcare Australia, and Woolworths for their invaluable support thus far.
With optimism, the school anticipates that this garden will become a cherished asset, instilling pride among all involved.