Grafton Library restoration to secure community services for years to come
Grafton Library will reopen in August after major storm repairs, securing long-term community access to essential library services.
Council backs local preference model to strengthen Coffs economy
City of Coffs Harbour will seek to source goods and services locally where possible while maintaining a value-for-money approach for the community.
Man charged after alleged pursuit in stolen vehicle at Coffs Harbour
A 42-year-old man has been charged after an alleged police pursuit in a stolen vehicle at Coffs Harbour.
New radiation therapy technology expands cancer treatment capacity at Lismore Base Hospital
Cancer patients in the Northern Rivers will gain faster access to treatment following a major radiotherapy technology upgrade.
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Club Taree honoured for flood response at state awards
Club Taree has been recognised for its flood response, winning a prestigious state award for supporting hundreds of evacuees.
Kyogle budget delivers major investment in community infrastructure
Kyogle Council has adopted a $64.6 million budget, prioritising water infrastructure, roads, sewerage projects and community services.
North Coast hospitals to benefit from $400m maintenance blitz
The Minns Government has announced a $400 million hospital maintenance blitz, and the North Coast hospitals are in line to benefit – but Manning wasn’t on the list.
North Coast communities invited to discuss water quality and fish health
Mid North Coast fishers and community members will have the opportunity to hear directly from leading fish health and water quality experts when the Community Water Quality Audit Project visits Coffs Harbour
Have your say on accessibility upgrades for seven local train stations
Kempsey, Kendall, Macksville, Nambucca Heads, Sawtell, Urunga, Wingham — your train station is about to be redesigned. Have you had your say yet?
What's On
Club Taree honoured for flood response at state awards
Club Taree has been recognised for its flood response, winning a prestigious state award for supporting hundreds of evacuees.
Have your say on accessibility upgrades for seven local train stations
Kempsey, Kendall, Macksville, Nambucca Heads, Sawtell, Urunga, Wingham — your train station is about to be redesigned. Have you had your say yet?
Winter Solstice Festival lights up community spirit in Boambee
Lanterns handcrafted by local children, the glow of a roaring bonfire and thousands of neighbours gathering under the winter sky have become the hallmarks of one of the Coffs Coast’s most cherished community events.
Lifestyle
Nostalgia on wheels as Early Holden Day returns to Coffs Harbour
Classic car lovers will have the chance to step back in time later this month when the National Holden Motor Museum hosts its latest Early Holden Day, bringing together beautifully preserved vehicles and the stories behind them.
Inspectors swoop on 100-plus North Coast building sites
More than 100 North Coast building sites. Thirty-five fines. Unlicensed and shoddy work busted from Coffs Harbour to Tweed Heads. Here is what inspectors found.
New report calls for protection of farm diesel rebate and support for electric farm machinery
Farmers for Climate Action has released a roadmap proposing protection of farm diesel rebates while supporting a transition to electric machinery.
Environment
Boil water alert lifted for Nimbin as permanent fix on the way
Nimbin’s boil water alert is lifted — but some residents are still affected, and the temporary fix installed after the 2022 floods is finally being replaced.
Coffs doubles down on plan to protect key river system
Coffs Harbour has unveiled a draft 10-year strategy to continue restoring the Orara River and safeguard drinking water quality.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
New England Business Technology: the local team behind smarter business systems
New England Business Technology (NEBT) is focused on helping organisations “do business better” through tailored technology and communication solutions designed specifically for regional conditions.
Tow World trusted for honest service and practical know-how
Helping people tow, travel and explore with confidence is what drives the Tow World team every day – and they’re expanding their service capacity with a move to new premises.
HEALTH
Healing ceremony marks new chapter for old Grafton Gaol site
A Healing Ceremony has been held at the old Grafton Gaol as the historic site prepares to switch its purpose from punishment to health.
EDUCATION
Five days left to enter George the Farmer book competition
Schools and early learning centres have just five days to enter a competition to win a collection of George the Farmer storybooks
POLITICS
Coalition pledges to scrap Labor tax measures
The Coalition has pledged to reverse Labor’s proposed tax changes, warning they would hurt farmers, investors and small businesses.
INDIGENOUS
Free exercise programs launched for Aboriginal community members in Tweed
Free Aquafit and Goorie Go-Getters programs are helping Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members in the Tweed improve fitness, wellbeing and social connection.
CRIME
Mid North Coast drivers among thousands caught during King’s Birthday road blitz
Mid North Coast motorists were among thousands caught during a statewide King’s Birthday long weekend police road safety blitz.
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- Saving precious materials from the demolition of flood damaged homes
The flood exposed many things, including our unimaginative approach to managing waste. Find out how this team saved valuable materials from demolished homes in the Northern Rivers. The post Saving precious materials from the demolition of flood damaged homes appeared first on North Coast Times Engage.
Good News
Port Macquarie detective awarded Australian Police Medal
A Port Macquarie-based detective who has dedicated more than two decades to protecting children from abuse has been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours with the Australian Police Medal.
Taree clubs hailed for flood recovery efforts one year on
Two of Taree’s best-known clubs are being recognised for their extraordinary efforts during last year’s devastating floods, with both Club Taree and Taree Aquatic Club (Sailo’s) named finalists in the Emergency Response category of the prestigious ClubsNSW Clubs & Community Awards.
The Echo celebrates 40 years of independent voice, community and connection
The Byron Echo is preparing to celebrate a major milestone this June, marking 40 years of independent community journalism with a special anniversary event that editor Aslan Shand says is both a reflection on its roots and a commitment to the future of local media.
Lost World War I Medal returns home to Kempsey after remarkable discovery
A World War I medal belonging to a Mid North Coast soldier has finally been returned to his family after a remarkable chain of events that began with a chance discovery in a Coffs Harbour garden.