Flood-ravaged riverbanks from the Tweed to the Hunter win top award
Nearly 30 kilometres of riverbank wrecked by floods, from the Tweed to the Hawkesbury, has been brought back to life. Now the project behind it has scooped a major award.
Nambucca Valley’s new Deputy Mayor has big tourism hopes for the valley
He fell in love with the Nambucca Valley as a kid on holiday from Victoria. Now he’s Deputy Mayor, and he has big plans for its future, from Scotts Head to Taylors Arm.
Coffs Harbour by-election: one week left for candidates to nominate
Want a seat on Coffs Harbour Council? The clock is ticking, with just one week left to nominate for the December by-election. Here’s every date you need to know.
Scotts Head skate park dream rolls closer as builders invited to tender
Decades in the making, the Scotts Head skate park is finally out to tender. But skaters hoping for shade, seats, and a bubbler alongside it are in for a wait.
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Local News
Port Macquarie pickleball tournament sells out before deadline
Port Macquarie’s pickleball tournament is FULL. More than 200 players, from under-14s to over-70s, will battle across eight courts at PCYC this month. Here’s what you need to know before you go.
$88,000 boost for MidCoast festivals, from seafood to music
Seafood, live music and local makers are coming. MidCoast Council has just handed out $88,000 to 18 events across the region. Find out which festivals made the cut.
Casino Truck Show crowned best in NSW, with a second State title in sight
Casino’s big rigs have rolled all the way to the top of the State, and they might not be done yet.
Coffs Harbour’s Orara River gets a 10-year rescue plan
It’s Coffs Harbour’s drinking water and home to the endangered Eastern Freshwater Cod. After 28 years of work, the Orara River has a new 10-year plan, but the threats aren’t over.
Two police officers allegedly assaulted in Port Macquarie carpark arrest
A wanted woman allegedly attacked two police officers and crashed into a parked car and a pole trying to flee arrest in a Port Macquarie carpark. Now she faces nine charges.
What's On
Flood-ravaged riverbanks from the Tweed to the Hunter win top award
Nearly 30 kilometres of riverbank wrecked by floods, from the Tweed to the Hawkesbury, has been brought back to life. Now the project behind it has scooped a major award.
Casino Truck Show crowned best in NSW, with a second State title in sight
Casino’s big rigs have rolled all the way to the top of the State, and they might not be done yet.
Goonellabah garden party to raise money for sick Northern Rivers kids
23 years, 130 guests and one big race. Northern Rivers women are frocking up in Goonellabah, and every raffle ticket helps keep sick local kids close to home.
Lifestyle
Last-ditch plea to save North Lismore’s Joy Love Gallery
His daughter says six armed police removed a 63-year-old grandfather who paints birds. Now North Lismore artist Jimmy Willing is in a tent, and his gallery could be demolished as early as today.
The Lightkeeper takes top honours at Byron film festival
Byron Bay’s film festival turned 20 and The Lightkeeper stole the show, winning Best Film and Best Dramatic Feature. See who else took home an award, including Byron’s own Tibor.
Nationals blast buyback starting before the rules
The firearms buyback starts 2 November, and Grafton Police Station is one of the first collection points. The Nationals say the rules aren’t even written yet, and Tamworth’s music festival is in the way.
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.
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.
“Fighting a government computer”: Penfold backs small business in ATO super crackdown
Paid your staff’s super but now facing an ATO demand? Lyne MP Alison Penfold says local businesses are being dragged into a computer-driven crackdown, and she wants to hear from you.
$10.85m deal locked in for Coffs Jetty Foreshores
A $10.85 million state investment is on the way for Coffs Jetty Foreshores, with about 250 homes and 200 tourist rooms planned. Council has voted to lock in the deal, but the build could take 20 years.
Environment
$8.28m for drought resilience, and more on offer
Women cutting their own hair because there wasn’t enough water. That’s the kind of drought hardship $8.28 million in new grants aims to tackle, and there’s more money still on offer.
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.
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
Goonellabah garden party to raise money for sick Northern Rivers kids
23 years, 130 guests and one big race. Northern Rivers women are frocking up in Goonellabah, and every raffle ticket helps keep sick local kids close to home.
Free first aid training back for regional women
In the country, help can be a long way off, and women are often first on the scene. Free first aid and mental health training is coming to Armidale, Forster and more.
POLITICS
Nationals pick Lismore local Dylan Butcher for 2027 election
“People have had a gutful of it.” The Nationals have picked a born-and-bred local to take on Lismore at the 2027 state election. Meet Dylan Butcher.
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.
SPORT
Point Of Law wins Melbourne Cup
Favourite Point Of Law has run down frontrunner Royal Supremacy to win the $10 million Melbourne Cup at Flemington
CRIME
Stolen car, machetes and a hidden gun: wanted man caught hiding in Casino
A stolen Commodore on the wrong side of the road, machetes in the car and a gun in a bag. Hours later, the wanted driver was found hiding on a Casino street.
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