Lismore City Council has adopted a $417.6 million budget for 2026-27, funding infrastructure, flood recovery and community services while maintaining a focus on financial sustainability.
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Posted inBellingen
Bellingen High students gain first-hand insight into NSW Parliament
Bellingen High students gained a first-hand look at NSW lawmaking during an educational visit to Parliament House.
Posted inGrafton, Health, Women
$20m boost secures maternity unit fit-out at Grafton Base Hospital
Clarence Valley families will gain improved maternity care after a $20 million funding boost for Grafton Base Hospital.
Posted inEducation, Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie tiler set to shine at Global Skills Challenge
A Port Macquarie tiler is preparing to test his skills against some of the world’s best young tradespeople at the 2026 Global Skills Challenge.
Posted inAwards, Port Macquarie
Billabong Zoo celebrates four wins at Greater Port Macquarie Business Awards
Billabong Zoo has claimed four major honours at the Greater Port Macquarie Business Awards and advanced to regional finals.
Posted inCoffs Harbour
Making the most of what’s next for Coffs Harbour
With the Coffs Harbour Bypass nearing completion, Council is launching a program to coordinate the city’s next phase.
Posted inHealth, Local News
Northern NSW hospitals see rising emergency demand and higher patient acuity
Northern NSW hospitals recorded more than 58,000 emergency presentations and rising patient acuity as demand for care continued to grow.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Yamba
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.
Posted inCrime, Port Macquarie
Drugs seized, man charged after Port Macquarie vehicle stop
An 18-year-old man has been charged after police allegedly seized drugs from a vehicle and a home in Port Macquarie on the NSW Mid North Coast.
Posted inGrafton
Grafton Library restoration to secure community services for years to come
Grafton Library will reopen in August after major storm repairs, securing long-term community access to essential library services.