Old Bar Community Library upgrades will deliver safer, modern facilities while temporary closures support essential refurbishment works through winter 2026.
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Posted inAlstonville
Major transformation under way for Alstonville Cultural Centre
Construction has started on the Alstonville Cultural Centre upgrade, transforming the ageing facility into a modern community hub.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Crime
Man dies after SUV crashes into tree at Tallwoods Village
An 83-year-old man has died after the SUV he was driving left the road and crashed into a tree at Tallwoods Village on Tuesday morning.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Sport
Coffs scores AFLW thriller as Swans to tackle Saints
Coffs Harbour will host its third AFLW premiership match as Sydney Swans face St Kilda in Indigenous Round clash.
Posted inLismore, Roads and Infrastructure
Tuntable Creek Road to close for year-long reconstruction works
Tuntable Creek Road will shut for 12 months from July 6 for major landslip reconstruction and long-term stabilisation works.
Posted inWingham
Joyce Martin celebrates remarkable 106th birthday in Wingham
Wingham resident Joyce Martin celebrated her 106th birthday today, surrounded by family, friends and members of the local community.
Posted inGrafton, Housing
$5m boost to deliver safe housing for vulnerable older women in South Grafton
A $5 million NSW Government boost will help deliver 32 affordable homes for older women in South Grafton.
Posted inByron Bay, Health
Healthcare Helper volunteer program arrives at Byron Central Hospital
Byron Central Hospital is seeking volunteers for a new Healthcare Helper program supporting patients, families and nursing staff locally.
Posted inNimbin, Water
Nimbin boil water alert to remain as Council works on treatment plant repairs
Nimbin residents face at least three more weeks under a boil water alert as Council repairs treatment infrastructure.
Posted inByron Bay, Health
Community at heart of Byron Central Hospital’s 10-year milestone
Byron Central Hospital celebrated 10 years of community healthcare, recognising staff, volunteers and local support across the region.