Welcome to The North & Coast Post, where our core values are at the heart of everything we do.
Trust:
At The North & Coast Post, we believe that trust is not given but earned through our actions. We work tirelessly to ensure that every piece of information we share is accurate and reliable. Mistakes are opportunities to learn and grow, and we take ownership of them. By supporting each other’s growth and knowledge, we aim to build a team that our community can rely on.
Respect:
We treat everyone with respect and dignity, just as we would like to be treated ourselves. Our behaviour sets the standard we hope to see in our community. We value diversity and inclusivity, recognising that everyone has a unique and valuable contribution to make. Through mutual respect and understanding, we strive to create a stronger and more connected community.
Effort:
Greatness requires hard work and dedication, and at The North & Coast Post, we are committed to giving our best to create something truly exceptional. Challenges will undoubtedly arise, but we believe that through our collective effort, we can overcome them and achieve our goals. We highly appreciate the effort that each member of our team brings, knowing that it’s through our combined efforts that we can make a real difference.
Innovation:
Creativity and progress are fundamental values at The North & Coast Post. We encourage thinking outside the box and constantly seeking new and improved approaches. By embracing innovation, we aim to enhance the quality of life in our community and actively contribute to shaping the future. We eagerly welcome new ideas and perspectives and invite our team members to share their thoughts. Together, we aim to create a newspaper that is fresh, dynamic, and highly relevant to our readers.
About our team
Editor: Matt Taylor
Matt Taylor started The North & Coast Post in 2023 because he genuinely believes local communities deserve better access to news and information about their own backyard. He lives in Deloraine with his wife Rachael and their three boys, and with extended family also in the area, he’s about as locally invested as it gets.
Before starting the paper, Matt worked across a range of different organisations, and that breadth of experience has given him a pretty good feel for the stories and issues that actually resonate with people.
Outside of work, Matt is a keen follower of sport, has a love of movies, and has a bit of a thing for murder mysteries, which probably says something about him, though he’s not sure what.
The North & Coast Post exists because Matt wanted to give exposure to community groups and local businesses that may not have as much of an opportunity otherwise. He hopes the paper is something people look forward to, trust, and feel reflected in.
Our journey
Since its launch in 2023, The North & Coast Post has grown from a simple idea into one of the most widely read monthly publications across the Meander Valley.
- October 2024 – The first edition was printed and distributed in Deloraine, with 2,000 copies circulated throughout the area. The focus was clear: honest, independent journalism, stories that matter, and a paper that reflects the community it serves.
- Late 2024 – Distribution expanded to Westbury and surrounding areas. Reader support quickly grew, along with advertiser interest. Circulation climbed to 3,000 copies per month.
- 2025 – Started printing 5,000 copies each edition, the newspaper was rebranded to The North & Coast Post, reflecting plans to serve a broader part of northern Tasmania. Our team continues to grow, and we’ve added a video arm, conducting filmed interviews with local residents and leaders. In June 2025, we launched a 24/7 livestream YouTube news channel – a first for the region – making our stories accessible anytime, anywhere. Our team expanded to include Leah Fitzpatrick as our sales representative.
- 2026 – We continue to innovate with the structure and content within each newspaper.
Through all of this, one thing hasn’t changed: we remain fiercely local. The stories, the people, the advertisers. It all comes from the community, and for the community.
We’re proud of how far we’ve come, and we’re just getting started.