Coffs Harbour bus interchange upgrade to ease city centre crush
A $1 million upgrade is about to transform one of Coffs Harbour’s busiest transport hubs, with new crossings, shelters and a traffic-calming redesign. Construction starts within weeks.
Lismore fun run set for biggest one yet this Sunday
Elvis impersonators, gorillas and a Where’s Wally have all crossed the line before. This Sunday, Lismore’s biggest fun run returns, and organisers say it could be the biggest yet.
Alstonville healing service wins $20,000 cultural grant
A new healing service for Northern Rivers women and children just got a $20,000 boost, part of a statewide push to fund Aboriginal-led cultural projects.
Council backs comprehensive review of landmark coastal trail
Coffs Harbour’s push to turn the Solitary Islands Coastal Walk into a nationally-renowned beachside trek has taken a step forward, with City of Coffs Harbour Council backing a broad-brushed analysis of the 60-kilometre route.
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Bee thieves target Clarence Valley property amid regional theft spree
Someone has stripped a Clarence Valley property of 18 beehives, active colonies and all. It’s the latest hit in a run of bee heists as the industry reels from floods and varroa mite.
Northern NSW nurses recognised among state’s best
Two Northern NSW nurses are in the running for statewide honours after being named finalists in the 2026 NSW Health Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards.
Port Macquarie’s Evolve BJJ shines at Australian Nationals
Port Macquarie’s Evolve BJJ has returned from the Australian Jiu-Jitsu Championships in Melbourne with five new national champions and a stack of medals, headlined by a dominant double gold from head coach Professor Egor Rocha.
Coffs Coast student named the state’s best in her field
A Coffs Coast student just beat the whole state in her field, and now she’s one win away from taking on the nation.
Mountain bikers gear up for final round of Macleay Valley race series
The final round of the Macleay Valley Coast MVMB Race Series is set to roll out at Kalateenee MTB Park in South Kempsey.
What's On
Lismore fun run set for biggest one yet this Sunday
Elvis impersonators, gorillas and a Where’s Wally have all crossed the line before. This Sunday, Lismore’s biggest fun run returns, and organisers say it could be the biggest yet.
Northern NSW nurses recognised among state’s best
Two Northern NSW nurses are in the running for statewide honours after being named finalists in the 2026 NSW Health Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards.
Coffs Coast student named the state’s best in her field
A Coffs Coast student just beat the whole state in her field, and now she’s one win away from taking on the nation.
Lifestyle
Luna leads pack as NSW’s top dog name
Luna is officially NSW’s favourite dog name, beating out Teddy, Daisy and Milo.
‘Be brave’: Coffs Harbour blueberry picker’s message after alleged underpayment scandal
She borrowed money from her supervisor just to buy groceries. Now a Coffs Harbour region blueberry picker is telling other migrant workers to fight back, as her employer faces court.
Last Chance for young Mid North Coast entrepreneurs to land a Launch Pad place
Applications for the Launch Pad Youth Entrepreneur program’s second round close today. Ask Kempsey’s Paris, who turned her business dream into Sol Wellness Studio, why you should apply now.
Environment
$51.3m contract awarded for Stuarts Point wastewater treatment plant
Kempsey Shire Council has awarded a $51.3 million contract to build a new wastewater treatment plant at Stuarts Point.
$1 million boost for North Coast bushland recovery
From Byron’s hinterland to the Tweed Coast, three local groups have landed a share of $1 million to repair bushland and protect threatened species from disaster.
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
Northern NSW hospitals brace for busiest winter yet
Northern NSW hospitals are seeing 22 more patients a day than this time last year. Health bosses reveal where locals should go instead of the ED, and it might save you hours in a waiting room.
EDUCATION
Northern Rivers locals benefit from free TAFE tax support
Northern Rivers residents and businesses are benefiting from free tax support and training initiatives aimed at building the region’s skilled workforce.
POLITICS
Kyogle Council’s decade-long waste levy fight finally pays off
A decade of lobbying, one unfair tax scrapped for good. Kyogle ratepayers are set to save up to $400,000 a year after the state finally agreed the levy should never have applied to them.
INDIGENOUS
Funding to prevent violence through Aboriginal sport
Aboriginal-led organisations can apply for new funding to tackle domestic, family and sexual violence through community sport programs.
CRIME
Two charged after alleged machete attack on Ballina street
A quiet Sunday night on a Ballina street turned violent when a man was allegedly struck with a machete. Two people are now facing court, refused bail.
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