Community shapes priorities for Coffs Harbour
Community feedback has shaped the City of Coffs Harbour’s adopted 2026/27 Operational Plan, prioritising key infrastructure projects.
Taree roundtable brings insurers and community leaders together
Insurers, governments and community leaders will meet in Taree today to discuss flood recovery and future resilience one year on.
Greyhound racing campaign highlights industry reforms
Greyhound Racing NSW has launched a campaign highlighting industry reforms and welfare improvements while countering what it says is misinformation.
‘50 Years of Deadly’: NAIDOC celebrations to feature major awards announcement
Coffs Harbour will celebrate NAIDOC Week by announcing 2026 Yandaarra Aunty Grace Roberts Community Awards winners on 6 July.
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Clarence Valley and MidCoast councils among finalists in North Coast tourism awards
Clarence Valley and MidCoast councils are among the finalists in the 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards, recognising regional tourism excellence.
Tutu Day returns to support our kids
Northern Rivers residents are encouraged to wear tutus on 31 July to raise funds for Our Kids charity.
Barrington Coast Airshow returns to the region
The Barrington Coast Airshow will return to Taree on Saturday, 7 November, with more than 6,000 visitors expected to attend the event and inject more than $2 million into the local economy.
Woman charged with more than 400 offences after alleged $2m strata fraud
A 30-year-old woman has been charged with more than 400 fraud-related offences after police alleged she stole more than $2 million from strata trust accounts in the Coffs Harbour area.
Labor-Greens deal criticised over proposed changes to self-managed super funds
Federal MP Alison Penfold says Labor’s reported deal with the Greens on superannuation would limit retirement investment choice.
What's On
Seniors urged to sign petition over private health insurance rebate cuts
Older Australians could be paying up to $1,600 more a year for private health cover under a federal government plan. A petition is now open online — and the deadline to sign it is 22 July.
Walcha Coffee adds seven more medals to growing awards record
Walcha Coffee has added another seven medals to its growing awards record after competing at Golden Bean Australasia 2026, one of the coffee industry’s largest competitions.
Electric riders from across Australia to descend on Coffs Harbour for national championships
Coffs Harbour is set to host the largest electric vehicle racing event ever held in Australia next month, with more than 100 riders registered to compete in the 2026 AUS PEV Nationals at Coffs Harbour Kart Club from 21 to 23 August.
Lifestyle
Funding boost for local surf clubs
More than $78,000 in NSW Government funding will deliver facility upgrades at Minnie Water-Wooli and Yamba surf clubs, supporting volunteers.
Paraquat stays but with major new restrictions as regulator delivers verdict
Australia’s pesticide regulator has handed down a major decision on paraquat and diquat— it stays, but with tight new restrictions.
CGT shake-up brings relief, but succession remains the real test for farmers
A major tax backdown has lifted the CGT threshold to $10 million, but farm groups say the real test is still to come: can families actually pass the farm on?
Environment
Uncertainty for wildlife as killer bird flu detected
Australian wildlife is facing a new and uncertain chapter after a dangerous strain of bird flu was confirmed on the mainland.
Regional NSW water investment critical for North Coast and Mid North Coast
Regional cities across the North Coast, Mid North Coast and New England are urging urgent water investment to sustain growth.
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
Concern brewing as buried Hanson policy threatens affordable medicines
A local mum says she and her asthmatic daughter could die without PBS medicines. She’s not alone — public concern is growing over a little-noticed One Nation policy, and a petition is now calling on Hanson to back off.
EDUCATION
Mid North Coast school leaders gather in Port Macquarie for state education roadshow
Up to 130 principals and public school leaders from across the Mid North Coast and beyond will converge on Port Macquarie today as part of the NSW Department of Education’s annual Schools Roadshow.
POLITICS
Seniors urged to sign petition over private health insurance rebate cuts
Older Australians could be paying up to $1,600 more a year for private health cover under a federal government plan. A petition is now open online — and the deadline to sign it is 22 July.
INDIGENOUS
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.
CRIME
35 e-bikes destroyed after police seizures in Tweed Heads
Police have destroyed 35 seized e-bikes in the Tweed Heads area, with more forfeiture applications still before the courts. View vision here.
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