Coffs Harbour moves to keep new homes out of business and industrial zones
Want to build a house next to a factory in Coffs Harbour? That could soon be off the table, as the council moves to stop clashes between residents and industry.
Man, 68, dies after being pulled from the surf at One Mile Beach, Forster
Beachgoers pulled a swimmer in distress from the water at One Mile Beach in Forster on Thursday afternoon. Sadly, the 68-year-old man could not be saved.
Regional Australia Bank backs Curryfest, Chillifest, and Blues and Berries
Curryfest, Chillifest, and Blues and Berries just got a big backer. A regional bank has signed on to support the Coffs Coast’s favourite festivals, days before Woolgoolga’s big Sunday.
Lismore gala raises more than $200,000 for women and children escaping violence
1920s glamour and a sold-out crowd. Lismore partied for a cause, and the result will change lives for women and kids escaping violence
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Coaches replace trains as 250 workers take over the North Coast line
Catching the train this weekend? Think again. Around 250 workers will swarm the North Coast line from Saturday, with coaches replacing NSW TrainLink services until Monday morning.
Soggy Coffs Harbour loses national junior Oztag titles to Werrington
Junior Oztag players set to represent their regions on the national stage are now bound for Sydney’s west, after a month of relentless rain swamped Coffs Harbour’s playing fields.
Like it or not, the ghouls are coming: your North Coast Halloween guide
Like it or not, the ghouls are coming. From Kingscliff to Port Macquarie, the North Coast is gearing up for a big Halloween weekend, with a zoo after dark, a trapeze murder mystery, a street party, and even a costumed paddle under a bridge. Some of the fun starts tonight. So whether you’re all in…
Far North Coast RFS members honoured for 1,300 years of service
Fifty-five years. That is how long one Mullumbimby-area firefighter has served since joining the Federal brigade in 1971. Meet the Far North Coast RFS members honoured for more than 1,300 years of service.
Rescued orphan Adelaide welcomes endangered sea lion pup in Coffs Harbour
She was once an orphaned pup alone on a beach. Now Adelaide is a mum of three, after giving birth to an endangered Australian sea lion pup at Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary in Coffs Harbour.
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Regional Australia Bank backs Curryfest, Chillifest, and Blues and Berries
Curryfest, Chillifest, and Blues and Berries just got a big backer. A regional bank has signed on to support the Coffs Coast’s favourite festivals, days before Woolgoolga’s big Sunday.
Soggy Coffs Harbour loses national junior Oztag titles to Werrington
Junior Oztag players set to represent their regions on the national stage are now bound for Sydney’s west, after a month of relentless rain swamped Coffs Harbour’s playing fields.
Like it or not, the ghouls are coming: your North Coast Halloween guide
Like it or not, the ghouls are coming. From Kingscliff to Port Macquarie, the North Coast is gearing up for a big Halloween weekend, with a zoo after dark, a trapeze murder mystery, a street party, and even a costumed paddle under a bridge. Some of the fun starts tonight. So whether you’re all in…
Lifestyle
Kingscliff founder’s activewear goes from run to ocean
One sweaty Kingscliff run, one very tempting ocean, and an idea that took eight years. Danica Ainsworth is racing the Kingscliff Triathlon in her own Sweat to Swim gear.
Caravan hire comes to national parks
No caravan, no tent, no worries. Hire one and set up camp at 16 NSW national park campgrounds, with bookings opening in November. Tent hire is already back at The Basin.
Free fitness and wellness open day coming to Goonellabah
Goonellabah residents can explore new fitness activities for free at GSAC’s Fitness and Wellness Open Day on 31 October.
More than $11 million invested in MidCoast parks and outdoor spaces
More than $11 million has been invested in parks, playgrounds and outdoor recreation facilities across the MidCoast over the past three years, delivering major upgrades to community spaces.
Coffee cup backflip: “cafe killer” laws to go, but not until after the election
Labor will scrap its coffee cup rules, but only after the election. North Coast MPs say “cafe killer” laws are hurting local businesses now, and they want them gone next month.
Vegetable supplier admits price fixing
Australia’s second-largest fresh vegetable supplier has admitted fixing prices on broccoli, cauliflower, and lettuce sold to ALDI. A $12 million penalty is proposed, but a judge has the final say.
Environment
Lismore bin baskets put cash in pockets
About $670,000 in container refunds was going to waste in Lismore. Now 20 new Return and Earn baskets on public bins in Lismore and Nimbin aim to put that cash back in locals’ pockets.
Coffs MP warns of costs in reusable cup plan
A $22,000 fine for forgetting to offer a reusable cup in the morning rush? Coffs Harbour MP Gurmesh Singh says Labor’s plan hands cafés yet another cost, and Labor and the Greens rejected every amendment.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
A new chapter in coastal living begins at Valis
Downsize your home, not your life. A $180 million community of 159 homes is rising in North Boambee Valley, complete with a clubhouse, pool, pickleball courts and cinema at its heart.
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.
HEALTH
Carers push for NSW Carer Card
About 958,000 NSW carers keep having to prove they are carers. Carers NSW says a Carer Card, already in place in Victoria and Queensland, would end the paperwork.
More GPs worried about misinformation
AI is making health misinformation harder to spot, and more GPs are feeling it. New survey figures show a sharp jump in doctors worried about what patients are reading online.
POLITICS
North Coast MPs rally behind Helen Haines
Three North Coast MPs have poured out their hearts for Dr Helen Haines in federal parliament. Hear what they said about heroes, anger online, and the day she returns.
NSW releases critical minerals skills plan
NSW has launched what it calls an Australian-first Critical Minerals Skills Plan as Sydney hosts a global mining conference, and renewed its coal agreement with Japan, the state’s biggest buyer.
SPORT
Beach 5s set to bring two days of footy action to Forster
Forster Main Beach will be transformed into a beachside sporting arena next month as the Barrington Coast Beach 5s Championships return for two days of competition.
CRIME
Woman charged over destruction of Kempsey Christmas tree
A 19-year-old woman will face court next month after allegedly setting fire to Kempsey’s community Christmas tree late last year.
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