Kempsey will receive new youth crime prevention funding under a $23 million NSW Government package, with Member for Oxley Michael Kemp calling for stronger laws and greater accountability for repeat youth offenders.
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Posted inArts, North Coast Surrounds, Tourism
Nundle Rocks returns in 2026 with a stellar line-up
This January, the picturesque village of Nundle is once again set to host Nundle Rocks, a three-day celebration of alternative country, folk and roots music.
Posted inEmergency management, North Coast Surrounds, Roads and Infrastructure
Push for better roads to curb regional road toll
Investing in improved regional roads, not slowing down heavy vehicles. is the key to reducing the rising regional road toll, NSW Farmers has told a state parliamentary inquiry.
Posted inAgriculture, Education, National News
Ag gap year program proves successful, enters next phase
With the pilot phase coming to an end, the NFF is calling on industry to step up and invest in the next phase of AgCAREERSTART
Posted inCrime, Mullumbimby
Four charged, $2.3 million worth of illicit tobacco seized following week of action
The NSW Police Organised Crime Squad, together with NSW Health and the Australian Border Force, have charged four people and seized more than 18,000 vapes, 1.9 million illicit cigarettes, 74kg of loose-leaf tobacco and five unregistered firearms
Posted inAgriculture, National News
Beef levy review on the menu at Cattle Connect
The future of the cattle transaction levy will be atop the menu at the Cattle Connect event to be held in two weeks in Dalby, Qld.
Posted inAwards, Ballina Shire, Community development
Nominations extended for 2026 Ballina Shire Australia Day Awards
BALLINA SHIRE: There is still time to recognise the local legends who make the community shine, with nominations for the 2026 Ballina Shire Australia Day Awards now extended until Friday 7 November.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Education, NSW Politics
Singh backs fair pay for community preschool teachers
Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh has called on the Minns Government to boost funding for community preschools to help address low wages and staffing shortages across the early childhood sector.
Posted inCrime, Kempsey Shire, NSW Politics
Weak bail laws failing regional communities, says Kemp
NSW Opposition MP Michael Kemp says weak bail laws are failing regional communities after violent youth offenders in Kempsey were granted bail despite serious repeat offences.
Posted inBallina Shire, Community development, Consultations and feedback
Community invited to have their say on Ballina’s future growth
Ballina Shire Council is calling for community feedback on its Draft Local Strategic Planning Statement, which will shape how the region grows over the next 20 years, addressing housing diversity, ageing demographics and employment opportunities.