The “Back the Blue — Not the Bike” petition argues that current laws leave police with limited options to stop riders of stolen, unregistered and uninsured vehicles who flee from officers and endanger the public.
Lia Edwards
Posted inBallina
Ballina plays host as regional leaders tackle the big issues facing the bush
State ministers, mayors and regional leaders descended on Ballina last week for a major regional meeting. From bridge duplications to the Big Prawn, see what delegates got to explore.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Feature, Local News
Funding opens for Mid North and North Coast surf club facilities
Surf Life Saving clubs across NSW can apply for a share of $5.5 million in facility grants.
Posted inNSW News, Public Transport, Tourism
$290m upgrade for regional coaches
NSW TrainLink’s biggest coach upgrade in over a decade is here, with $290 million buying more services, modern amenities and a fresh sunset orange look across regional NSW.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Feature
Coffs Harbour community groups share more than $220,000 in City support
Community groups across Coffs Harbour will share more than $220,000 in City funding supporting local events, sport, wellbeing.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Feature
Smarter payment options for rates and water charges launched for Coffs residents
Coffs Harbour residents can now spread rates and water bills through a new digital payment platform launched today citywide.
Posted inFeature, Good News, Nambucca Heads
A century of floods, feuds, and fairways: Nambucca golf club marks 100 years
It started as a goat track on a headland. Now it’s one of the Mid North Coast’s finest courses. Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club just celebrated 100 years — and the stories are gold.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Feature
Coffs Harbour Council approves extra rate relief for eligible pensioners
Eligible Coffs Harbour pensioners will receive additional rate relief in 2026–27 after the council approved voluntary rebates on waste and environmental charges.
Posted inFeature, Northern Rivers
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.
Posted inFeature, Health, Wauchope
Nearly $1 million to tackle loneliness and chronic illness in Wauchope
A link worker, a community officer, and nearly a million dollars. Wauchope is getting serious about keeping its older residents connected and healthy.