Culture and science unite to save endangered rainforest tree
A landmark planting near Billinudgel is combining science and cultural knowledge to help save the endangered Smooth Davidson’s Plum.
Roll up for sick kids at Club Tweed bowls day
The Northern Rivers community is being invited to roll up for a day of fun and fundraising for Our Kids with a barefoot bowls event at Club Tweed
Lismore to host major new outdoor and lifestyle expo
A major outdoor and lifestyle expo is coming to Lismore this August, bringing caravans, camping and home inspiration to the Showgrounds.
Egg-citing Easter fun across the North Coast
Easter on the North Coast promises a long weekend full of fun, festivities, and family-friendly activities. From chocolate egg hunts to live music, rodeos, art exhibitions, and quirky community events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Local News
Art on the Edge as Dorrigo Exhibition Returns
The Dorrigo Plateau’s creative community is preparing to take centre stage, with the 2026 Dorrigo Easter Art Exhibition opening tomorrow at the Dorrigo Community Hall.
New general manager appointed for Grafton and Maclean hospitals
A new general manager has taken over at Grafton and Maclean hospitals as a major redevelopment gets underway.
Casino artist Billy Gudgeon releases new country rock track
Casino artist Billy Gudgeon has released his new single Bigger Days & Better Nights, kicking off what he hopes will be a big year.
Top state honour for Lismore health professional
Lismore podiatrist Helen McGregor has been named NSW Allied Health Professional of the Year.
New flood-resilient school takes shape in Lismore South
The rebuild of Lismore South Public School has reached a key milestone, with the first building modules lifted into place.
What's On
Roll up for sick kids at Club Tweed bowls day
The Northern Rivers community is being invited to roll up for a day of fun and fundraising for Our Kids with a barefoot bowls event at Club Tweed
Lismore to host major new outdoor and lifestyle expo
A major outdoor and lifestyle expo is coming to Lismore this August, bringing caravans, camping and home inspiration to the Showgrounds.
Egg-citing Easter fun across the North Coast
Easter on the North Coast promises a long weekend full of fun, festivities, and family-friendly activities. From chocolate egg hunts to live music, rodeos, art exhibitions, and quirky community events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Lifestyle
MidCoast Council calls for community voices on key reference groups
MidCoast Council is inviting locals to help shape decision-making on flood management and the region’s arts and creative industries.
Ride the Wave festival underway
The Ride the Wave Festival is underway in Port Macquarie, with the professional surf competition set to hit the water tomorrow as part of five days of surf, skate and music
NSW boosts freight limits as national fuel plan sets staged response
The NSW Government has moved to increase freight capacity and ease pressure on fuel supplies, announcing temporary changes to truck limits and operating hours
Impact of fuel shortages spread beyond bowser as National Cabinet meets
Fuel shortage impacts spread well beyond the bowser, hitting farms, freight, charities and services as National Cabinet meets on response.
Environment
Light shone on ‘deceptive’ anti-renewables campaigns
A parliamentary inquiry has found ‘astroturfing’ and deliberately deceptive campaigns were common in the last federal election.
Wild dog baiting programs underway across NSW
The NSW Government has launched its autumn wild dog control campaign, with aerial and ground baiting programs underway across the state to help protect livestock, native wildlife and pets.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
Restoring the Past, Reimagining the Future at Jolly Good Emporium
Behind the doors of 168–170 Beardy Street, a 150-year-old building is being lovingly restored and reimagined, not simply as an antiques store, but as a heritage-inspired space where history, craftsmanship and community…
Unleash epic adventures with the X Series RV Toy Hauler X Terra from Tow World
Whether you’re chasing rugged trails, beachside sunsets, or mountainside campfires, the Tow World X Series RV Toy Hauler X Terra is your ticket to a life lived outside the ordinary. Designed for…
HEALTH
Southern Cross climbs global nursing rankings as workforce demand grows
Southern Cross University has jumped 147 places in global nursing rankings, as Australia faces a looming shortage of more than 70,000 nurses.
EDUCATION
North Coast schools recognised for lifting HSC results
Five public high schools across the NSW North Coast and Mid North Coast have been named among the state’s most improved for HSC results.
POLITICS
Coffs Harbour rejoins Regional Capitals
Coffs Harbour wants a stronger voice in Canberra, moving to rejoin Regional Capitals Australia to push for funding on roads, housing and infrastructure.
INDIGENOUS
First ever plan to deal with violence against Indigenous women and children
Minister for Social Services Tanya Plibersek has launched Australia’s first standalone national plan to end violence against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children.
CRIME
Unlicensed driver charged after 180km/h highway pursuit
A Queensland man who police allege has never held a driver’s licence in any Australian state or territory has been charged following a high-speed pursuit near Kempsey.
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Good News
Celebrating 40 Years of Caring: Coffs Harbour Women’s Health Centre marks a milestone
For four decades, the Coffs Harbour Women’s Health Centre has been a cornerstone of support, care, and advocacy for women and gender-diverse people across the Mid North Coast.
Coffs to go bananas with world record bid at Jetty Beach
Coffs Harbour is set to lean into its most famous icon in a big way next month, with locals invited to head to Jetty Beach and help create what could become the world’s largest human banana formation.
New hub to boost women-owned businesses in NSW
The NSW Government has invested more than $190,000 to support the launch of what is being described as Australia’s first database dedicated to showcasing women-owned businesses.
The new collective changing-up the Old Cheese Factory
There’s a village vibe to the collective hub taking shape under new ownership at Frederickton’s Old Cheese Factory.