Jamie Newans

Senior Pastor

Jamie is married to Jenny and they have two adult sons. He has been in pastoral ministry for over 20 years and has a passion for seeing people come to know and love Jesus. Jamie enjoys watching cricket, cryptic crosswords and checking out the great coffee shops around Coffs Harbour.

To email: jamie@harboursidepc.com.au

Keith McPherson

Assistant Pastor

Keith loves helping people grow in their knowledge and love Jesus. He is married to Naomi and they have 2 adult children. Like many who grow up in country towns he has a passion for the bush and sport. Keith loves reading, film, hanging out with people, good coffee and understanding how things work, (though putting them back together can sometimes be a problem).

To email: keith@harboursidepc.com.au

Libby Leach

Women's Pastor

Libby spent 19 years working with university students in France. Sourcing the best coffee is a favourite pastime, as is reading and cinema. Libby works particularly with women across the congregations, and considers talking with women about their relationship with Jesus to be a great privilege.

To email: libby@harboursidepc.com.au

Ian Holder

Assistant Pastor

Ian is married to Sarah and they have two energetic young boys, Tommy and Ethan. He has been involved in pastoral ministry with a variety of roles and responsibilities for around 15 years, with a short stint in Christian school chaplaincy before joining the pastoral team here at Harbourside. As a family they enjoy time at the many beaches and different coastal walks on the Coffs Coast. Personally, he also enjoy reading, running, mountain biking, cricket, supporting Ipswich Town Football Club, and following the less than mighty Essendon Bombers. Doing the latter helps him to put my hope in Jesus, where it rightly belongs!
To email: ian@harboursidepc.com.au

Cherylyn McArthur

Administration & Women's Ministry

Cherylyn joined the staff team at the beginning of 2025. She is married to Gary, and together they are blessed with four adult children and four grandchildren. Cherylyn has worked in marketing and administration for several Christian churches and mission organisations. She has a genuine desire to support women and help them grow in their relationship with God. In her spare time, she enjoys ballet, playing the piano, and working on puzzles.

To email: admin@harboursidepc.com.au

Our Elders are: Ian Nisbet (Session Clerk), Jimmy Salaun, Dick Westwood,  Chris O’Brien, Stuart Greenham & John Batchelor.