Funds donated by travellers at the Lions Road collection box are continuing to support community projects across the Kyogle local government area.
Kate Brown
Kate is a proud mum of two with a wealth of journalism, media and communications experience across the New England and its surrounding regions. She raises guide dogs in her spare time, loves a good chat with her friends and colleagues, and enjoys living her best life floating between country living and the big smoke. In addition to being one of our main story writers, Kate helps manage our newsdesk and freelancers.
Posted inLocal News, What's on
Check your mailbox: ABS urges residents to prepare for the Census
The Australian Bureau of Statistics is urging residents to check their mailboxes for Census instructions ahead of Census night on Tuesday, 11 August.
Posted inMidCoast
Thompson endorsed as Nationals candidate for Myall Lakes
Member for Myall Lakes Tanya Thompson has secured The Nationals’ endorsement to contest the seat at the 2027 NSW election.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Sport
Coffs Harbour’s winning hand with five-of-a-kind
Coffs Harbour is set to secure five flagship Oztag events until 2031, delivering up to $100 million in economic impact.
Posted inLocal News
Emergency alert test may increase anxiety for disaster-affected communities
Australia’s nationwide emergency alert test could trigger anxiety and trauma responses in disaster-affected communities, a Southern Cross University researcher warns.
Posted inClarence Valley, Tourism
Clarence and Richmond Valley volunteers recognised in NSW Hidden Treasures Honour Roll
Three Clarence and Richmond Valley women have been recognised in the 2025 NSW Hidden Treasures Honour Roll for outstanding volunteer service to their communities.
Posted inMurwillumbah
Local behaviour specialist releases new self-help book on breaking cycles of self-doubt
Local behaviour specialist Marnie Sole has released a self-help book exploring recurring patterns of self-doubt and change.
Posted inCasino, What's on
Shannon Noll saddles up as Bucks N Trucks headliner in Casino
Shannon Noll is coming to Casino, and he’s not just singing. The Aussie icon’s own rum company is now backing the Bucks N Trucks Country Fest. Organisers say it’s set to be the region’s biggest weekend yet.
Posted inCrime, Port Macquarie
Three teenage boys charged after alleged break-ins and police pursuit on Mid North Coast
Three teenage boys have been charged following two alleged break-ins, the theft of two vehicles and a police pursuit on the NSW Mid North Coast.
Posted inCrime, Tweed Heads
Man charged over alleged break-ins, thefts and firearm offences in Tweed Heads
A man has faced court after being charged over a series of alleged commercial break-ins and firearm offences following a police search in the Tweed Heads area.